Rams with Attitude From VBR

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR) provides operators;drilling contractors; oilfield service companies; and drilling, workover and completion businesses — domestic and international — with the highest quality OEM rams and elastomers in the industry.

As an exclusive OEM rental provider, with a new modern facility and climate-controlled elastomer storage warehouse,VBR offers customers the largest ram inventory — including Cameron, Hydril and NOV (Shaffer) varieties — that meets and exceeds OEM, API, NTL and BOERME requirements.

Safety, quality, availability…VBR is the Global Choice for Ram Rentals.

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VBR is the Ram Rental Superstore with Super Ram Service.

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), an OEM ram and elastomer provider, is the industry leader in service and availability. As an exclusive OEM rental provider, VBR offers customers the largest ram inventory — including Cameron, Hydril and NOV (Shaffer) varieties — that meets and exceeds OEM, API, NTL and BOERME requirements with dual certificates.

VBR services onshore, offshore, drilling, workover and completion jobs worldwide,with various locations to provide equipment anywhere, anytime.

Competitively priced — with the highest quality of OEM rams and elastomers, superior service and largest ram inventory.

VBR is the Global Choice for Ram Rentals.

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. Names McCreary as Sales Account Manager

Broussard, LA (September 19, 2013) – Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), one of the largest original
equipment manufacturers (OEM) of blowout preventer components and ram providers in the world, has named Cameron McCreary as sales account manager, announced President Hines M. “Chip” Marshall, Jr.

Based in San Antonio, McCreary will be responsible for expanding sales and revenue in the west and south Texas regions. He will establish productive, professional relationships with key personnel within his accounts while cultivating existing company relationships. McCreary’s role also requires management of tickets and invoices within his area.

Previously, McCreary held two positions at Drilformance as a city sales representative and a field sales representative. He has also worked with National Oilwell Varco (NOV) and Hughes Christen Company. Additionally, McCreary has completed various bit selling solutions courses and seminars.

“We are pleased to add Cameron to the VBR team due to the immeasurable value he brings to this position,” said Marshall. “His previous sales experience will be an asset to VBR as he leads his team as a sales account manager.”

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. to Host Customer Appreciation Day

BROUSSARD, La. (April 17, 2013) — Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), one of the largest original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of blowout preventer components and ram providers in the world, is hosting a Customer Appreciation Day on May 2 at its home office in Broussard, La., announced President Hines M. “Chip” Marshall, Jr.

VBR will provide customers with a tour of its state-of-the-art warehouse and climate-controlled elastomer storage warehouse. Guests will be treated to a south Louisiana crawfish boil, refreshments and live music provided by local performer Matt Castille.

VBR encourages all of their customers to attend the Customer Appreciation Day and visit their new, modern facilities. It is the company’s way of giving back to loyal clients.

“VBR has experienced unprecedented growth in the past several years,” said Marshall. “We have expanded our facilities into Texas and have been able to form valuable partnerships with major oil and gas companies. We owe these opportunities to our valuable customers as well as dedicated employees. Our customer appreciation day is a small token of our appreciation and dedication.”

Click here to view pictures from the Customer Appreciation Day.

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. Enters Into Agreement with Weatherford Asia Pacific Pte Ltd to Provide Blowout Preventer Rams

LAFAYETTE, La. (Jan.22, 2013) – Variable Bore Rams, Inc.(VBR), one of the largest original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of blowout preventer components and ram providers in the world,has entered into an agreement with Weatherford Asia Pacific Pte Ltd to provide Blowout Preventer (BOP) rams, announced President Hines M. “Chip” Marshall, Jr.

Equipment stocking will begin in Feb. 2013 and will allow for the quicker deployment of rams in the Asia Pacific region. The range of stock will include rams of multiple sizes in varying categories including 7-1/16 inch, 3-15M; 11-inch, 3-10M; 13-5/8-inch, 3-10M; 18-3/4-inch, 10-15M; and 21-1/4-inch, 2M.

“We have a long standing relationship with Weatherford UK Ltd which significantly influenced being chosen for this contract,” said Marshall.”The company is proud to be connected with such a worldwide influence in the industry, and we hope that our presence in the Asia Pacific region will help us to grow globally and increase our service offerings overseas.”

The venture will be headed by the Weatherford Pressure Control Business unit and Variable Bore Rams, Inc.’s International Operations department.Both organizations will oversee all operational activity involved with the contract.

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. Adds Hydril Shearing Blind Ram to its Offerings

LAFAYETTE, La. (Nov.28, 2012) – Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), one of the largest original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of blowout preventer components and ram providers in the world, has added the HMH (Hydril) shearing blind ram to its offerings, announced President Hines M. “Chip” Marshall, Jr.

Manufactured by HMH Hydril, the ram is capable of completely shutting off the well after pipe has been sheared. It is recommended for all applications using 9-5/8″pipe and below and available in sizes 18-3/4-10M and 18-3/4-15M.

In adherence to safety requirements, the ram is American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) certified. As an added advantage, interchangeable shearing blades separate this product from competing rams.

“This product is available worldwide through VBR Inc. and benefits our clientele by providing them with a more versatile option to their operational needs,” said Marshall. “As the demand for our products grow, it is imperative that we match that with an expanding inventory.”

Click here to read more about the HMH (Hydril) ram.

Variable Bore Rams, Inc. Names Leger Operations Coordinator – Quality Control

LAFAYETTE, La. (Oct.11, 2012) – Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), one of the largest Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) ram and associated Blow‐Out Preventer (BOP) component providers in the world, has named Brandon Leger Operations Coordinator–Quality Control, announced President Hines M. “Chip” Marshall, Jr.

Leger will be responsible for VBR’s Quality Program, a management system used to document the company’s best business practices, better satisfy the requirements and expectations of its customers, and improve the overall management of the company. Additionally, he will oversee the quality assurance of all OEM equipment and operations within VBR.

Leger graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial technology and a minor in business. He has completed course work approved by the Standardized Emergency Management System in compliance and implementation.

“Brandon’s role is critical in ensuring the quality and integrity of our products and services; this is essential in competing in the global market,” said Marshall. “As we continue to expand our presence and demand grows, it is paramount that quality control is not overlooked.”