Control Panels that Maximize Your Drilling Operation

CORTEC manufactures a full selection of control panels to complement our choke and valve products for drilling operations. These designs, crafted by our experienced team, can be configured to suit a range of end user preferences. From single set point systems to conventional well control, CORTEC has the expertise and ability to provide compact control consoles or larger command centers that meet your requirements.

Automated Solutions for Chokes and Pressure Relief Valves

CORTEC offers turnkey automated solutions for chokes and pressure relief valves (PRVs) that deliver highly precise set point control in a simple, user-friendly package.

Automating your wellhead choke package results in a substantial reduction in operating costs and increases efficiency. Benefits include:

Unparalleled value: delivers highly precise set point control in a simple, user-friendly package
Minimizes operational costs: decreases time spent on data collection and transportation
Real-time monitoring and data integrity: higher level of accuracy prevents safety incidents and provides quicker decision making if pressure or other data is skewed.
Niche, innovative product line: offers diverse control consoles; hydraulic and pneumatic panels are customized to meet project requirements
Compatibility: complements all OEM chokes and PRVs
Increased cost savings: provides actuators to enhance customers’ field equipment instead of starting from scratch
Field-friendly serviceability: provides ease of use in the field with minimal service

SYSTEM OFFERINGS

CX-HB3.0 Hydra-Balance Choke & Panel System

The Hydra-Balance choke and panel system, a hydraulic dual choke unit, can be controlled through a compact remote panel that is installed in close proximity to the driller. Designed to provide higher levels of accuracy, ease of use and field-friendly serviceability for end users seeking a simple set point solution, the Hydra-Balance choke and panel system is API 6A and NACE MR0175 compliant.

The Hydra-Balance system is designed to exceed the level of response and precision of many existing options within the market today. CORTEC has conducted an extensive round of both in-house validation and in-field operational trials for product safety and quality. Production units are available with negotiable rental package options.

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Specifications for Choke and Valve Control Consoles

Choke and Valve Controls

Choke control directional control valves (DCVs) and speed adjusts
Valve controls
Operates piston or worm gear choke
Up to 3000 PSI hydraulic operating pressure

Hydraulic Power Unit

Dual or single air driven or electric hydraulic pumps (pump sized to meet specific choke requirements)
Hand pump back up
Available accumulators (choke specific, sized to meet customer specifications)
Hydraulic distribution manifold block available

Console Frame

Stainless or carbon steel
Stainless steel panel face
Standard and custom sizes

Instrumentation

Digital or analog pressure gauges
Pump stroke counters
Digital or pneumatic position indicator gauges
Touch screen PLC systems

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Specifications for Choke and Valve Command Center Trailers and Cabins

In addition to our standard control panel layouts, CORTEC works with our clients to design custom command centers to streamline field operations. These command centers can be trailer mounted or designed as a portable unit to conveniently transport between well sites.

Choke and Valve Controls

Six choke control DCV’s and speed adjusts
Eight valve controls
Operates piston or worm gear choke
Up to 3000 PSI hydraulic operating pressure

Hydraulic Power Unit

Dual or single air driven or electric hydraulic pumps (pump sized to meet specific choke requirements)
Hand pump back up
Available accumulators (choke specific, sized to meet customer specifications)
Hydraulic distribution manifold block

Console Frame

Control consoles available for trailer or skidded cabins
Stainless steel panel face
Trailer and cabins can be sourced from any manufacturer, built to CORTEC specifications

CORTEC strives to exceed our customers’ goals and expectations. Whether you’re configuring a deepwater system, protecting mud pumps or relieving frac systems, CORTEC’s control panel systems are designed to provide the most accurate data and maximized performance in the industry.