Tension Lift Frames (TLF)
With 20 years of proven operational history, ICON’s 2020 model Tension Lift Frame has been re-designed and optimised to provide improved safety, functionality, reliability and efficiency for wireline and coiled tubing operations on offshore drilling rigs.
Key Features / Benefits
- Enhanced Upper Spreader Beam design with dual side mounted winches providing increased functionality and maximised operating headroom.
- Bespoke winch design with minimum spooling offset from well centre and quick, controlled lift speeds.
- Wireless winch controls for safe operation from either drill floor or lift frame.
- Modular system for maximum equipment versatility and interchangeability, ease of transport, reduced deck space requirements and efficient rig-up.
- Robust structural load path with no bolted or welded connections.
- Standard drilling elevator connections for quick rig-up and familiarity for offshore rig crew.
- Direct surface flowhead interface with lower spreader beam which can be pre-installed to the surface flowhead onshore saving offshore installation time and optimising overall stack-up height.
- Independently certified to offshore standards.
Technical Specifications
Listed below are ICON’s standard TLF specifications. Customised solutions can also be provided. Contact ICON to discuss your project specific requirements.
| Codes / Standards: |
API 8C, DNVGL-OS-E101, DNVGL-ST-0378, DNVGL‑ST‑E273 |
| Certification: |
Independent certification by DNV / BV |
| Load Ratings: |
350t or 500t, API 8C PSL1 |
| Interfaces: |
Top – API 8C profile ears to suit drilling bails to rig top drive or clevis pin to ICON ARTP Bottom – Direct interface to third party flowhead |
| Upper Spreader Beam: |
6ft standard width (8ft option) API 8C profile top and side ears with retainer latches Multiple underside padeye for wireline sheaves, equipment hang-off, personnel inertia reels, etc |
| Lower Spreader Beam: |
6ft standard width (8ft option) API 8C profile side ears with retainer latches Interchangeable split inserts to suit 3rd party flowhead |
| Long Bails: |
API 8C bails, 45ft or 50ft long |
| PCE Winches: |
Dual hydraulic utility winches custom designed with minimum spooling offset from well center Suitable for performing lifts from drill floor with up 30° operating fleet angle 2x 15Te safe working load Variable speed control, up to 1m/s Wireless remote controls (dual handsets) |
| Access Platforms: |
Lower platform mounted to lower spreader beam Upper platforms mounted to long bails |
| Zone Rating: |
Zone 1, Gas Group IIB, Temperature Class T3 |
| DROPS: |
Full secondary retention compliant to DROPS Guidelines |
For more information, download the ICON TLF brochure or contact an ICON Engineer to see how we can support your project.
