VetcoGray KFDS Diverter
GE Oil & Gas' VetcoGray KFDS diverter system is used on platforms and jackup rigs to protect against shallow gas kicks during drilling operations. In the event of a shallow gas kick, the diverter is energized to seal around the drill pipe and divert the gas safely overboard.
Features & Benefits
- Diverter support housing, overboard lines and associated valving are permanently installed on the rig structure.
- Diverter assembly is run and retrieved through the rotary table with the marine riser.
- Variable outlet sizes and orientations can accommodate virtually any rig design.
- Valves are external, allowing for rig design variation and valve/actuator preferences.
- High-capacity KFDS systems available for supporting the riser string from diverter housing in emergency hang-off situations.