OIL AND GAS.

CUSTOM RIG DESIGN.

Custom rig design is our specialty. We can design a fit for purpose rig to suit your needs. If your timeline doesn’t allow for a custom design we have stock designs that fit most land based drilling programs. Whether you need a small fast moving carrier style rig or a big swing up rig capable of pulling 1.5 million lbs; Headwater’s engineers have proven design skills, rig knowledge and manufacturing experience to ensure your project gets built to spec.

Our designs include:

  • Custom designs

  • All CAODC classifications of masts

  • Substructures – Wheeled, stepdown, box, box on box, self-elevating

  • Arctic rigs

  • Desert rigs

  • Service rigs

RIG EQUIPMENT.

Headwater has developed most associated rig equipment to easily integrate into their rig systems. Call us today to inquire.

  • Travelling Blocks

  • Deadline anchors

  • Pipe handling systems

  • BOP handling systems

  • Mud tanks

  • Fuel Tanks (TC 44)

  • Pumphouses

  • Walking Systems

INSPECTIONS AND RECERTIFICATIONS.

The engineers at Headwater have years of experience completing inspections, audits and investigations on drilling equipment worldwide. Our inspectors and engineers follow a detailed inspection and audit plan that provides thorough verification of the rig and produces a detailed report and recommendations.

  • API 4G category II, III, IV Inspections and certifications

  • CAODC Level III and IV Inspections and certifications

  • Provincial Inspections, certifications, and regulation compliance

  • Fit-for-purpose evaluations

  • Engineered lift plans

  • Accident investigations

OEM ENDORSEMENTS.

Often operators have drilling equipment that is still fit for service but the original manufacturer is either difficult to work with, unwilling to support the legacy designs, has lost key engineering talent, or is completely out of business. If you have an API Cat III or Cat IV inspection and having trouble with the OEM, Headwater can offer the same diligent engineering expertise with better service.

UPGRADES AND MODIFICATIONS.

Headwater routinely reviews existing equipment for added loads and dimensional fit. Adding a top drive but unsure if the mast can handle the additional torque? Installing a new lighting system in your crown but question the strength of you bridle lines? We can leverage our experience designing rigs to quickly and accurately review existing equipment.

FIELD SUPPORT.

Headwater Engineering has a wealth of experience evaluating and repairing rigs and offers 24/7 on call inspection and repair supervision service. Our engineers keep their passports and immunizations up to date so they are ready for quick deployment around the world and are experienced at working in remote locations locally and internationally. We are familiar with the different material availabilities, safety procedures, work procedures, and transportation restrictions in the different oil regions of the world. Wherever your rig may be, Headwater Engineering can assist you.

  • Site Inspections

  • Structural Straightening

  • Damage Repair

  • Failure Analysis and Investigations