TPI January 2021

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CNX installs first string of voestalpine Tubulars’ VAtitan-TC connection in the Utica

voestalpine Tubulars has announced its newest addition to the company’s family of connections – the VAtitan-

TC, which is a wedge type connection with the highest torque rating in the industry. The connection was selected for its ability to withstand extreme torques, often required in such extended reach laterals. CNX Resources successfully installed 27,361ft of 5.5" 23# VA-EP-P110-NY VAtitan-TC on the Maj-12 pad in the Pennsylvania Utica Shale in the US. With the VAtitan-TC’s deep stabbing, low-turn design, the installation took place in just over 25 hours, with zero breakouts or rejects occurring during the installation. Luke Beebe, vice-president of drilling, CNX Resources, said: “The VAtitan-TC connection was very easy to make up at the rig site. The robust thread design

and deep stabbing feature made for quick make ups, ensuring a smooth and efficient casing run.” “We are very pleased to be a part of the inaugural running of the VAtitan-TC. B&L Pipeco Services has represented voestalpine Tubulars for the last 35 years and we credit the forward looking approach of voestalpine Tubulars and CNX Resources, our valued customer, for making this project a reality,” added Steve Tait, CEO and president, B&L Pipeco Services. Additional E&P companies have already committed to utilising the VAtitan-TC connection in their extended reach wells, with material en route to well sites throughout the North American shale plays. voestalpine Tubulars GmbH & Co KG www.voestalpine.com

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