15,000 Nm

Maximum torque

The challenge

Interwell needed a dedicated system capable of replicating the mechanical loads experienced by their casing plug technology during downhole operations.

The system had to combine high torque and axial loads in a controlled and repeatable test environment, while providing the flexibility required for development and qualification testing.

Our solution

Radical Technologies developed and delivered a complete hydraulic test system designed specifically around Interwell’s requirements.

The 12-metre, 6.2-tonne system can apply up to 15,000 Nm of torque and 30 tonnes of axial push/pull force, allowing representative mechanical loading of the test equipment.

The complete system was developed by Radical Technologies – from initial engineering and calculations through detailed mechanical design, manufacturing and assembly to control software, testing and commissioning.

Our scope

• Concept development and engineering

• Mechanical calculations

• Detailed mechanical design

• Hydraulic systems

• Manufacturing documentation

• Fabrication and assembly

• Automation and software

• Testing

• Commissioning

From requirement to working machine

Projects like this require several engineering disciplines to work together. By taking responsibility for the complete development process, Radical Technologies was able to turn Interwell’s testing requirements into a purpose-built system ready for use in their continued development and qualification work.