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.
Our Systems Meet Industry Standards
Our control panels are available to meet the following requirements:
- API 16C
- CE
- ATEX
- IEC
- NORSOK
- GOST
We can also supply control systems with third-party design review and/or witness testing through the following organizations:
- ABS
- DNV
- Lloyds
- Bureau Veritas
- Others as requested
Check out our downloads center for more information or contact us a 225-421-3300 to discuss your project requirements.