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The catwalk is used to roll drill pipe, casing and tools from the ground level of the rig to the rig floor which can be from 5' to 30' or more depending on the type of rig. Once on the catwalk pipe or tools are pulled up the V-Door which connects the catwalk to the rig floor.

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