Inter Remote Bypass Valve (IRBV)
IRBV - Barrier valve bypass, remotely operating in three positions: open, closed, and permanently open.
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The Product
The Inter Remote Bypass Valve
The IRBV can be used to batch complete subsea wells and, at a later stage, batch install the vertical x-mas trees (VXT) with an Inspection Maintenance and Repair (IMR) vessel to avoid wireline (WL) intervention during the completion installation.
The IRBV is a completion string integrated barrier valve, with a control line bypass feature. The design is based on the field proven Inter Remote Shatter Valve (IRSV) glass plug technology. It operates with three positions: open, closed and then permanently open. The valve is installed with the bypass ports in open position. This ensures standard completion activities can be conducted and the operator can still accomplish bull heading in the event of a well control situation.
The valve is shifted to closed position after a predefined number of tubing pressure cycles have been run. Once the bypass is closed an ISO14310 V0 well bidirectional barrier is established. The glass barrier element, which requires only a small volume of glass to hold the load and which is designed to withstand extreme bidirectional loads and high temperatures is then shattered. It disintegrates into small particles after removal.
The valve then activates to its final state, resulting in full bore ID through the assembly for production and future intervention.
Application
The IRBV can be utilised in various applications such as a shallow barrier for BOP removal and VXT installation for both conventional and subsea completion. Or as a deep barrier allowing for communication down the tubing until the valve is closed, i.e. to avoid running upper completion closed ended or allowing for communication when, for example running standalone screens.
Key Benefits
- Installation as part of the completion string increases operational efficiency saving time and cost
- Passed a fluid erosion test prior to ISO 14310 V0 qualification
- Box/pin connections according to customer specifications
- Remotely activated; no WL intervention required
- Debris tolerant activation system
- No pyrotechnics
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Adaptability
Application Areas
Interventionless Completion Installations
Interwell enhances production and eliminates intervention needs during and after completion installations by providing remotely operated completion tools.
Rigless Installation of VXT
The Inter Remote Bypass Valve (IRBV) enhances efficiency in subsea operations with a vertical x-mas tree (VXT). It enables batch operations and reduces costs by minimizing rig time and interventions, providing a remotely controlled, pressure-cycled barrier compliant with ISO standards.
Flow Control
We offer a wide range of products during and after the completion phase. Our flow control products are tested to highest level of industry standards and providing the company a reduction of time and HSE risks.