Defender Tubular Services is the Permian Basin's premier tubular inspection and machine shop company. From DS-1 compliant field inspections to 24-hour machining and hardbanding, we deliver the expertise, speed, and reliability your operation demands.
DEFENDER delivers DS-1 compliant Drill Pipe and BHA inspections when and where you need them. With over 50 years combined experience, Defender Inspectors utilize their expertise in International, Offshore, and Land Rig operations to provide the safest, most efficient and effective inspections in the industry. Our focus is on identifying issues early so you avoid costly failures, fishing jobs, or unscheduled trips.
As a 24-hour Machining Facility, we understand the pressure you're under: fast cycles, tight budgets, and zero tolerance for downtime or safety incidents. We bring the expertise, equipment, and reliability to support you without the headache. DEFENDER will complete your Recuts on Drill Pipe, HW, Drill Collars, and Subs faster than anyone in the Permian Basin. Let's keep your rigs turning safely and profitably. Reach out — we're ready to support you.
DEFENDER provides Professional Hardbanding Services designed to keep your Drill pipe, BHA, and Tubing performing longer in the harshest downhole conditions — while slashing trip times and maintenance expenses. We provide Mobile Units for Hardbanding jobs on location. If you need your Hardbands repaired, DEFENDER has Plasma Units as well as Grinding units available at our 24-hour Machining Facility.
DEFENDER is available 24/7 for your Manufacturing needs. Specializing in the Manufacturing of standard Drilling Subs, including Saver Subs, X-over Subs, Lift Subs, Float Subs and Bit Subs. You can count on DEFENDER for precision machining, quick turnaround times and competitive pricing.
"Defender's Machinists have cut thousands of our DUO450 connections. We have not had a single bad experience. They are very Professional and extremely reliable."
"With only one day's notice, Defender had 2 Inspection crews and a Hardband Operator on location. They were given 2 days to complete a Cat 4 on 627 joints. They said they would make it happen, and they did. Inspection and Hardbanding!"
"I got a call from one of our customers who needed a few specialty subs Manufactured and they needed them the following morning. I called Don, and without hesitation, he said 'Line up a truck, they will be ready for pick up at 7:00 am.'"