ACTS EnhancePRO™ Shiftable Valve Actuating Tool is a field proven flow activated tool that either opens or closes ACTS EnhancePRO™ Shiftable Injection Valves for variable rate injection/production well applications. With coiled tubing being the conveyance method, the actuating tool is engineered to automatically engage and open a valve when coiled tubing circulation is stopped while pulling upwards in the wellbore. Alternatively, the actuating tool automatically engages and closes a valve when coiled tubing circulation is stopped while pushing downwards in the wellbore. Whether opening or closing a valve, the actuating tool is designed to automatically release from a fully shifted valve simplifying valve disengagement operations. The actuating tool can pass through a valve without shifting the valve by initiating coiled tubing circulation, which retracts the actuating tool’s shifting arms. The actuating tool has been specifically designed to function reliably in debris-laden environments with the ability to clean itself and internal valve components when circulating down the coiled tubing.
Features & Benefits
Actuating tool incorporates radial and axial jet nozzles which clean the immediate exterior area around the tool during circulation operations for reliable actuating tool and valve functionality
Automatic valve engagement and disengagement after shifting operation increases operator confidence at surface and offers operational time savings
Actuating tool uses two high strength springs for shifting arm extension reliability
Shifting arms on actuating tool are hardened for abrasive wear resistance and long life
Standard bi-directional shifting arms permit valve to be opened or closed; optional uni-directional shifting arms permit valve to be opened or closed only
In-line high flow filter ran above actuating tool prevents actuating tool from plugging during circulation operations
In-line circulation sub ran below actuating tool ensures reliable jet nozzle functionality when circulating fluid passes through actuating tool into annulus
Various size configurations available with the ability to work inside tubing size as small as 60.3 mm (2.375 in)
