Automation for Oilfield Manufacturing
Robots are being applied in machining applications not commonly associated with this level of automation.
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In what Thane Russell of Absolute Completion Technologies describes as “the most advanced manufacturing cell in Alberta,” a level of automation not typically associated with oilfield manufacturing is being applied to downhole parts. Absolute makes well completion tools for the oil and gas industry. Mr. Russell says the company’s new robot-loaded cell applies production techniques from automotive manufacturers elsewhere in Canada.
Another place robot loading is being used for manufacturing downhole components is Louisiana.
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