A drawworks for drilling rigs having an improved dual brake system that divides the drill line load equally between the dual brakes.
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United States Patent Application: 20080006805 Serial No.: 454425 Series Code: 11 Applicant: MARCUS L. BATES Inventors: Hamilton; Michael D.; (Midland, TX) Title: Drawworks for drilling rigs A drawworks for drilling rigs having an improved dual brake system that divides the drill line load equally between the dual brakes, a more efficient braking action is realized by the provision of radial guide rollers positioned to urge the brake bands into a concentric relation respective to the brake drums which maximizes contact and results in more sensitive control of weight on bit. A chain and sprocket drive line includes flingers immersed in lube oil which effectively distributes lube oil throughout the drive line.
