Patent ID: 6561731
Filing Date: 2003-05-13
Classification: A01G,E02B,Y10T

Abstract:
A portable pipe installation and removal system, comprising:a movable platform having: a central magazine of a predetermined length to accommodate pipe of various lengths and cross sections; at least one work platform located at either end of said magazine for allowing workers to manipulate the pipe in said magazine; at least one catwalk located on at least one side of said magazine for allowing the workers to walk safely and freely along the sides of said magazine; and at least two chutes located on said platform, said chutes comprising: a primary chute located closest to said magazine, wherein said primary chute is fitted with a fixed stop on a front end; and a secondary chute having a conveyer for assembly of pipe sections; wherein said chutes define work areas where the pipe sections are assembled or disassembled.