Abstract: A method of joining coiled sucker rod in the field. In its most basic form, the method includes a first step of placing abutting ends of sucker rod in face to face relation. A second step involves positioning a gas burner in proximity to the abutting ends of sucker rod and heating the abutting ends with a hydrocarbon gas flame while applying axial pressure to force the abutting ends together. A third step involves continuing heating and applying pressure until a weld is formed with a bulge formed above the weld which is at least one third of the diameter of the welded rod. A fourth step involves keeping the pressure constant until the weld cools.

Abstract: Shear coupling is provided for connecting a downhole pump with the terminal member of a sucker rod string. The coupling is threadably connected to the sucker rod and the pump during normal operations, but can relatively easily be parted, if the pump becomes stuck, by pulling up on the still free sucker rod string. One end of the coupling has a pin incorporating an externally threaded head and the other end has an internally threaded cavity. A cylindrical, hollow body joining both ends is weakened by the groove, providing a stress concentration point, where the coupling will part, when exposed to predetermined desired load. The weakened part of the shear coupling is protected with a special coating, preventing corrosion and abrasion.

Abstract: A method of joining coiled sucker rod in the field. In its most basic form, the method includes a first step of placing abutting ends of sucker rod in face to face relation. A second step involves positioning a gas burner in proximity to the abutting ends of sucker rod and heating the abutting ends with a hydrocarbon gas flame while applying axial pressure to force the abutting ends together. A third step involves continuing heating and applying pressure until a weld is formed with a bulge formed above the weld which is at least one third of the diameter of the welded rod. A fourth step involves keeping the pressure constant until the weld cools.