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Troll B Contingency Cutting

NorwayC1-24 Chopsaw180m

6 min

Cut Time

20+

Cuts/Blade

180m

Water Depth

Project Overview

The Troll B project for Equinor in Norway utilised the C1-24 Chopsaw as a contingency cutting tool for the potential recovery of a subsea structure. Mobilised for a 21-day window, the tool performed 4 test cuts demonstrating a 6-minute cut time on 457.2mm structural members. Clean cuts allowed proper water drainage, and the dynamic design permitted cutting at various angles for maximum flexibility.

Key Highlights

  • 6-minute cut time on 457.2mm structural members
  • Clean cuts enabling proper water drainage during recovery
  • Dynamic design permits cutting at various angles for unforeseen cuts

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