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GB/T 37457-2019 in English

GB/T 37457-2019 in English

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Spudcan penetration technology of self-elevating drilling unit

  • Issued on:2019-05-10
  • Implemented on:2019-12-01
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Standard No: GB/T 37457-2019
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Title in English: Spudcan penetration technology of self-elevating drilling unit
Title in Chinese: 自升式钻井平台插桩工艺
Language: English
File Format: Electronic (PDF)
Delivery: Via email within 1~3 business days
Issued on: 2019-05-10
Implemented on: 2019-12-01
ICS Classification: 47.020.01-General standards related to shipbuilding and marine structures
Chinese Classification: U06-Vessel technology
Professional Classification: GB-National Standard
Related Keywords: jack-up drilling platforms
pile-shoe jack-up drilling platforms
jack-up drilling
self-elevating drilling unit introduction interpretation
pile driving technology
Related Topics: craft platform
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Self-inspection platform
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GBT37457
GB/T 37457-2019
Drilling process adaptability evaluation

《GB/T 37457-2019自升式钻井平台插桩工艺》由TC12(全国海洋船标准化技术委员会)归口,TC12SC2(全国海洋船标准化技术委员会造船工艺分会)执行,主管部门为国家标准化管理委员会。


Introduction

Interpretation of the standard for pile driving of jack-up drilling platforms

The pile driving technology of jack-up drilling platforms is one of the important technologies in the field of marine engineering. This article will provide an in-depth interpretation of the National Standard of the People's Republic of China GB/T 37457-2019 "Pile Driving Technology of Jack-up Drilling Platforms", covering the process preparation, process requirements, process and inspection.

Background of Standard Formulation

Standard Dimensions GB/T 37457—2019 Comparative Analysis
Technical Requirements Specify the process flow and safety specifications for pile insertion Compared with the old standard, detailed requirements for the ballast system and locking system have been added.
Scope of Application Applicable to three-legged, pile-shoe jack-up drilling platforms Extended to reference implementation of other types of jack-up drilling platforms.
Safety requirements Emphasis on environmental conditions (wave height, water flow rate, wind speed) and system debugging requirements Added specifications for ballast remote control valve operating system and tank ventilation and sounding system.

Process preparation and implementation

The key steps of pile driving operation include:

  • Environmental condition inspection: wave height ≤2.0m, water flow rate ≤0.4m/s, wind speed ≤10m/s.
  • System debugging: the main power system, lifting system, locking system, etc. must operate normally.
  • Tools and materials preparation: depth gauge, rack and pinion grease tool, ballast water release wrench, etc.

Detailed explanation of the process

The pile driving operation process is divided into four stages: lowering the pile, raising the ship, pressing the pile and locking:

  1. Legdown:Lower the pile legs and pile shoes to the seabed, and monitor the rack phase difference and platform levelness.
  2. Jack up:Lift the platform above the water surface through the lifting system and control the air gap within the design range.
  3. Preload:Add the weight of ballast water to make the pile legs reach a stable position, and monitor the platform settlement phenomenon.
  4. Locking:Start the locking system after lifting the platform to the operating air gap to ensure that the platform is fixed.

Implementation recommendations

To ensure the safety and efficiency of pile driving operations, it is recommended that:

  • Operators must undergo professional training and have clear division of tasks.
  • Regularly check the reliability of the lifting system and the ballast system.
  • Stop pile driving operations in severe weather conditions to ensure safety.

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