
The tension ring attaches to the telescopic joint and forms a termination point between the riser system and the tensioning system on a floating rig. It is used to pull and support tension in order to give the riser string more stability. VetcoGray designs and manufactures a variety of tension rings.
Product/System Overview
The tension ring attaches to the telescopic joint and forms a termination point between the riser system and the tensioning system on a floating rig. It is used to pull and support tension in order to give the riser string more stability. VetcoGray designs and manufactures a variety of tension rings.
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VectoGray KTThe tension ring is used to apply tension on the riser string. |
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VectoGray SDCThe direct acting hydraulic cylinders used with the SDC tension ring are better suited for the more extreme depths in today's offshore drilling environment. |
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VectoGray SDLThe SDL tension ring attaches to the telescopic joint in a fast, safe method. |
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VectoGray SLSThe SLS tension ring is a simple design that is east to maintain, fast and safe to deploy. |







