Underwater LAT Drill0 pages

NEWS RELEASE
Linear Slides from PBC Linear Assembled in Underwater Drill
Rockford, IL – April 20, 2009
Deep underwater in the Gulf of Mexico, PBC Linear is providing smooth and precise linear motion for
submarine oil pipeline maintenance and repair. Using their Linear Slide Technology (LST), which
implements PBC Linear self-lubricating Simplicity® products and patented Frelon J® liner for longlasting wear life, an engineering company who specializes in designing custom-need products crafted a
drill supported by PBC Linear control and guidance. This newly designed underwater drill allows for
highly accurate and targeted repair of submarine oil pipelines that funnel a wide assortment of fuels to
the US.
Submarine oil pipelines lie on the waterbed in lakes, rivers,
and—in this case—gulfs. They are utilized for transportation
of fuels such as natural gas, kerosene, diesel fuel, and
propane. These pipes periodically require maintenance and
repair; however, since they are located on the bottom of the
ocean floor, a special drill assembly is needed to complete
the task. The entire repair operation necessitates the drill to
be man-operated, since the drilling and repairing entails
subtle and careful fine tuning. Designed with PBC Linear’s
2HCR linear slide, the drill assembly could be easily
adjusted and calibrated by hand, even underwater.
The 2HCR hand crank linear slide provides specialized linear motion and exceptional control. Outfitted
with proprietary stainless steel Simplicity® self-lubricating bearings, shafting, and Frelon J® liner for
enhanced corrosion resistance, the 2HCR linear slide is well-suited for the underwater environment,