REMOTELY OPERATED SINGLE JOINT ELEVATOR

摘要

A remotely operated joint elevator for use in handling a tubular is provided. The single joint elevator including a housing (150) having an access opening configured to receive the tubular. The single joint elevator further including at least one closure member (115) connected to the housing (150) via a hinge pin (140). Additionally, the single joint elevator including a power assembly (180) configured to rotate at least one closure member (115) around the hinge pin (140) to selectively open and close the access opening. In another aspect, a method of handling a tubular using a remotely operated joint elevator is provided. In yet a further aspect, a remotely operated joint elevator for use in handling a tubular.