Patents by Inventor John E. Hebert

John E. Hebert has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11225841
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly installed on a casing section. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the casing section and can rotate about the outer surface of the casing section. At least one portion of the casing section is swaged to increase the outer diameter of that section. Bow spring heel supports prevent bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central casing section when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignee: FRANK'S INTERNATIONAL, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott
  • Publication number: 20200149358
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly installed on a casing section. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the casing section and can rotate about the outer surface of the casing section. At least one portion of the casing section is swaged to increase the outer diameter of that section. Bow spring heel supports prevent bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central casing section when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2020
    Publication date: May 14, 2020
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott
  • Patent number: 10619428
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
  • Patent number: 10570675
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly installed on a casing section. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the casing section and can rotate about the outer surface of the casing section. A portion of the casing section that is aligned with the bow spring assembly is swaged to increase the outer diameter of that section. Bow spring heel supports prevent bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central casing section when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2017
    Date of Patent: February 25, 2020
    Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott
  • Publication number: 20180328121
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2018
    Publication date: November 15, 2018
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
  • Patent number: 10041310
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2018
    Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
  • Publication number: 20170298700
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement or hydraulic fracturing head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet including, without limitation, when the device is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2017
    Publication date: October 19, 2017
    Inventors: RON D. ROBICHAUX, JAMES G. MARTENS, JOHN E. HEBERT, JUAN CARLOS E. MONDELLI, JAMES CHAMPAGNE, JOSEPH BOUDREAUX, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, JEREMY LeCOMPTE
  • Publication number: 20170198533
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly installed on a casing section. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the casing section and can rotate about the outer surface of the casing section. A portion of the casing section that is aligned with the bow spring assembly is swaged to increase the outer diameter of that section. Bow spring heel supports prevent bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central casing section when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2017
    Publication date: July 13, 2017
    Applicant: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott
  • Patent number: 9689216
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2016
    Date of Patent: June 27, 2017
    Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: Ron D. Robichaux, James G. Martens, John E. Hebert, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
  • Publication number: 20160145953
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2016
    Publication date: May 26, 2016
    Inventors: JAMES G. MARTENS, JOHN E. HEBERT, RON D. ROBICHAUX, JUAN CARLOS E. MONDELLI, JAMES CHAMPAGNE, JOSEPH BOUDREAUX, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, JEREMY LeCOMPTE
  • Patent number: 9297218
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly having a tubular body member with upper and lower channels extending around the external surface of said central tubular body member. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the tubular body member and can rotate about the outer surface of the central tubular body member. Bow spring heel supports prevent the bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central tubular member when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles. A robust bolster frame protects the centralizer assembly during shipping, storage or other periods of non-use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2016
    Assignee: Blackhawk Specialty Tools, LLC
    Inventors: J. Christopher Jordan, James G. Martens, Jeffrey J. Arcement, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott, Thomas A. Dupre′
  • Publication number: 20150368991
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly having a tubular body member with upper and lower channels extending around the external surface of said central tubular body member. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the tubular body member and can rotate about the outer surface of the central tubular body member. Bow spring heel supports prevent the bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central tubular member when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles. A robust bolster frame protects the centralizer assembly during shipping, storage or other periods of non-use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2015
    Publication date: December 24, 2015
    Inventors: J. CHRISTOPHER JORDAN, JAMES G. MARTENS, JEFFREY J. ARCEMENT, JUAN CARLOS E. MONDELLI, JOHN E. HEBERT, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, THOMAS A. DUPRE'
  • Patent number: 9127519
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly having a tubular body member with upper and lower channels extending around the external surface of said central tubular body member. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the tubular body member and can rotate about the outer surface of the central tubular body member. Bow spring heel supports prevent the bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central tubular member when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles. A robust bolster frame protects the centralizer assembly during shipping, storage or other periods of non-use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 20, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Inventors: J. Christopher Jordan, James G. Martens, Jeffrey J. Arcement, Juan Carlos Mondelli, John E. Hebert, Scottie J. Scott, Thomas A. Dupre'
  • Publication number: 20150159457
    Abstract: A connection assembly for automated lifting and positioning of a chiksan or other fluid conduit in proximity to a fluid inlet of a device such as, for example, a cement head. Once a chiksan or other flow line is positioned in a desired location, a secure connection is made between the outlet of the chiksan or other fluid conduit and the fluid inlet of a cement head including, without limitation, when the cement head is positioned at an elevated location above a rig floor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2014
    Publication date: June 11, 2015
    Inventors: JOHN E. HEBERT, JAMES G. MARTENS, Ron D. Robichaux, Juan Carlos E. Mondelli, James Champagne, Joseph Boudreaux, Scottie J. Scott, Jeremy LeCompte
  • Publication number: 20130292135
    Abstract: An apparatus for launching objects, such as during casing cementing operations, in wells having dual gradient fluid systems or certain downhole internal diameter restrictions. A launching assembly is located below a dual gradient valve or other restriction. In one embodiment, control lines extend from the earth's surface to the launching assembly and control actuation of the launching assembly. In an alternative embodiment, a receptacle assembly is positioned above a dual gradient valve or other restriction, with control lines extending from the receptacle assembly to the launching assembly. A dart or other triggering object is launched from the earth's surface to the receptacle assembly in order to control actuation of the launching assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventors: J. Christopher Jordan, James G. Martens, Juan Carlos Mondelli, Brad Groesbeck, John E. Hebert, Joseph Boudreaux
  • Publication number: 20130248206
    Abstract: A centralizer assembly having a tubular body member with upper and lower channels extending around the external surface of said central tubular body member. A bow spring assembly having bow spring members is installed around the outer surface of the tubular body member and can rotate about the outer surface of the central tubular body member. Bow spring heel supports prevent the bow spring members from contacting the outer surface of the central tubular member when compressed. Non-abrasive materials prevent damage to wellhead or other polished bore receptacles. A robust bolster frame protects the centralizer assembly during shipping, storage or other periods of non-use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 20, 2013
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Inventors: J. CHRISTOPHER JORDAN, JAMES G. MARTENS, JEFFREY J. ARCEMENT, JUAN CARLOS MONDELLI, JOHN E. HEBERT, SCOTTIE J. SCOTT, THOMAS A. DUPRE'
  • Publication number: 20080110625
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for cementing an annulus wellbore is described herein. The apparatus includes an internally radiused portion of a sleeve adapted for increasing the compressive strength of a compound for securing a valve in the sleeve. The internally radiused portion prevents the apparatus from leaking during operation. The apparatus is manufactured using one pass of a milling tool. The apparatus is run into a wellbore. A cementing operation in performed past the apparatus. The apparatus then prevents the cement from entering a downhole tubular.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2007
    Publication date: May 15, 2008
    Inventors: Jeffrey James Arcement, John E. Hebert, William L. Brunet, Joseph J. Boudreaux
  • Patent number: 6622795
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a flow-actuated valve for use in a wellbore. The invention includes a body having a closing member and a seat. The closing member and seat are separable to open and close the valve, thereby allowing the flow of fluid through the valve. The invention further includes a retainer to initially retain the valve in the open position absent a predetermined fluid flow rate in a first direction for a predetermined time period. A biasing member thereafter urges the valve to the closed position, absent another fluid flow rate in the first direction.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2003
    Assignee: Weatherford/Lamb, Inc.
    Inventors: John E. Hebert, Joseph J. Boudreaux, David F. Laurel, Scott A. Darby
  • Publication number: 20030098163
    Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a flow-actuated valve for use in a wellbore. The invention includes a body having a closing member and a seat. The closing member and seat are separable to open and close the valve, thereby allowing the flow of fluid through the valve. The invention further includes a retainer to initially retain the valve in the open position absent a predetermined fluid flow rate in a first direction for a predetermined time period. A biasing member thereafter urges the valve to the closed position, absent another fluid flow rate in the first direction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 28, 2001
    Publication date: May 29, 2003
    Inventors: John E. Hebert, Joseph J. Boudreaux, David F. Laurel, Scott A. Darby