MCR Oil Tools Receives PHMSA Non-Hazmat Approval for Thermite Tools Transport
MCR Oil Tools Achieves Significant Milestone in Tool Classification
MCR Oil Tools, based in Arlington, Texas, has recently received confirmation from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) that its Radial Cutting Torches (RCT) will be classified as non-explosive and non-hazardous. This decision marks a pivotal shift in the classification of MCR’s tools, which are crucial for pipe retrieval operations in both terrestrial and offshore drilling contexts.
For two decades, MCR has been at the forefront of producing innovative tools for the oil industry, particularly known for its thermite-based RCTs. These torches are designed for cutting through oil well pipes efficiently and safely. However, in a controversial ruling back in 2022, PHMSA had categorized these tools as