Tool For Removing A Rubber Protector From A Riser Flange

Abstract

A tool for removing a rubber protector from a riser flange is disclosed. The tool includes a rectangular handle having a first orientation. The tool also includes a rod having a first end that is attached to a midpoint of the rectangular handle. The rod has a second orientation that is perpendicular to the first orientation of the rectangular handle. The rod has a second length that is greater than a first length of the rectangular handle. The tool also include a U-shaped component attached to a second end of the rode. The U-shaped component is configured to grasp at least a portion of the rubber protector. In response to a first force applied to the rectangular handle, the U-shaped component is also configured to apply a second force to the portion of the rubber protector to remove the rubber protector from the riser flange.

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