Keystone has the right team of experts, equipment, and facilities to test any load.
Our load testing facility is available for testing elevators, spiders, slips, and bowls - with ratings up to 750 tons. Keystone Energy offers load testing to certify the load carrying capabilities of equipment, components, and parts.
Our qualified and equipped experts monitor how test samples react to static mechanical loads.
During static testing, parts are exposed to a constant load for a specified time. This method applies tension at a uniform and slow rate.
API Spec 8C applies to drilling and production hoisting equipment. This Standard provides requirements for the design, manufacture and testing of hoisting equipment suitable for use in drilling, and production operations.
API Spec 8C applies to the following pieces of equipment (and not limited to):
The API standard defines two product specification level (PSL) requirements—PSL 1 and 2. The objective of these PSL classifications is to define different levels of technical part requirements.
All requirements put into place can only be applied to PSL 1 unless they have already been identified as PSL 2. PSL 2 requirements include all PSL 1 standards as well as others defined just for PSL 2. Supplementary and additional requirements are only necessary when explicitly stated.
When it comes to certifying the equipment, Keystone performs surface NDE on all equipment 24 hrs after a Proof load test is completed.
Magnetic particle inspection (MPI) is a non-destructive inspection method that provides detection of linear flaws located at or near the surface of materials. MPI is viewed mainly as a surface examination method.
Keystone offers MPI in general as a service:
With our years of experience in bridging the gap between quality and service, customers and distributors, performance and economy, Keystone understands the critical requirements of the oil and gas industry, from on-time delivery to competitive pricing and oilfield tools availability.
Contact one of our experts to request more information on how to get started on a load testing procedure for your next project.
By using the latest in 3D modeling for product design and by staying current with the rapid advances in manufacturing technology and quality-assurance standards, Keystone is able to manufacture and produce the most reliable products on the market today.