Application: Derrick Board Hoist
Customer: Nabors Drilling Technologies USA, Inc.
Location: Kilgore, TX
Hoist Model: Columbia HD2000-1A34-F-01 AC Electric Hoist
Performance:
- Line Pull: 2,000 pounds on the first layer
- Line Speed: 12 feet per minute on the first layer
- Power Source: 115 VAC / Single Phase / 60 Hz
Special Features:
- Proven reliability in demanding drilling environments
- Compact design for derrick board installations
- Low-voltage operation for enhanced safety
Why APPI:
When Jordan D. Solly, Rig Manager at Nabors Drilling Technologies’ East Texas District, faced the challenge of replacing a derrick board hoist after years of reliable service, he understood that oil drilling operations demand equipment that performs consistently in harsh conditions. Operating at heights and exposed to extreme weather, vibration, and continuous duty cycles, derrick board hoists must deliver unwavering reliability to maintain safe and efficient drilling operations.
Jordan contacted Bud Florence, Inside Sales with Distribution NOW, to discuss replacement options. Through their collaborative assessment of the application requirements—including lifting capacity, mounting constraints, power availability, and the demanding operational environment—they determined that the Columbia HD2000-1A34-F-01 would provide the proven performance needed for this critical application.
Key features of this derrick board hoist solution include:
- The Columbia HD2000 hoist, which has served as the standard for Nabors’ operations for many years, is due to its consistent performance in demanding drilling environments.
- Compact 2,000-pound capacity design suitable for derrick board mounting configurations.
- Single-phase 115 VAC operation, matching available power sources on the rig.
- Reliable construction engineered to withstand the vibration, weather exposure, and continuous duty cycles typical of drilling operations.
This proven solution offers Nabors several operational advantages:
- Minimal downtime through rapid replacement and installation
- Confidence in equipment performance based on years of successful field experience
- Reduced inventory complexity through standardization across multiple rigs
- Enhanced safety through reliable lifting operations at height
By implementing the Columbia HD2000 derrick board hoist, Nabors Drilling Technologies continues to maintain the high standards of equipment reliability essential to its drilling operations. The hoist’s proven track record and robust construction ensure safe, efficient performance in the challenging environment of oil rig derrick boards.
For more information about this derrick board hoist or any of APPI’s other specialized products and services, please contact Allied Power Products, Inc. With over 40 years of experience in providing winches, hoists, capstans, and cranes tailored to specific application requirements, APPI continues to be a trusted partner in the oil and gas industry.
