How Does a Drilling Rig Lift and Lower Drill Pipes | Hoisting System 101 

In this video, we will look at how the hoisting system works on a drilling rig and why it is so essential for drilling operations. The hoisting system is the part of the rig that lifts and lowers the drill string, which is the long pipe that drills into the ground, and also lifts and lowers casing and tubing, which are the pipes that line the well and transport fluids. The hoisting system can handle loads from 100,000 pounds to over 2 million pounds, depending on the size and type of the rig. That’s like lifting a whole blue whale or a Boeing 747! Watch this video to learn more about the components and functions of the hoisting system and how it enables drilling operations to take place thousands of feet below the surface.