10-31-2013, 10:55 PM
WDL’s OIME SL 7 1000 HP heli-portable drilling rig, which was acquired for US$7.1 million on March 2011, is suited to the challenging terrain of Papua New Guinea and is one of the only independent rigs available.
The rig is optimised for move with a medium-lift helicopter in loads of less than four tons.
It is a basic, mechanically powered (rather than electic) rig that is well suited for conditions in the country and when fitted with a topdrive, represents the best balance between portability and capability for drilling.
The rig will is able to drill to depths in excess of 4000 metres with 4 inch drill pipe.
The rig is optimised for move with a medium-lift helicopter in loads of less than four tons.
It is a basic, mechanically powered (rather than electic) rig that is well suited for conditions in the country and when fitted with a topdrive, represents the best balance between portability and capability for drilling.
The rig will is able to drill to depths in excess of 4000 metres with 4 inch drill pipe.