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20th Anniversary: CORTEC Evolution and Expansion into Valve Technology
In 2006, CORTEC embarked on an effort to diversify from our line of wellhead production chokes. CORTEC founder Bobby Corte Jr., in partnership with his brother-in-law Larry Chauvin, started a new division under CORTEC Manifold Systems (CMS), focusing on compact valve solutions.
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Read MoreCORTEC Installs New MPD System in the Gulf of Mexico
CORTEC recently installed a new MPD manifold system operating in the Gulf of Mexico. This system was a turnkey project in which CORTEC supported the customer from the initial design until completed installation, which required integration into existing rig pipework. CORTEC’s proven experience, design expertise and best-in-class service and support delivered a superior operational result […]
Read MoreCORTEC Offers Monoflanges Featuring Double Isolation and Bleed Needle Valve Design
CORTEC now offers monoflange designs, featuring a DIB (double isolation and bleed) needle valve design. The monoflanges pictured incorporate a 1-13/16” API RTJ 15,000 PSI flange face. CORTEC offers these monoflanges with other flange / hub face connections to match our customers piping requirements in pressure classes up to 20,000 PSI. Monoflanges are also offered in […]
Read MoreCORTEC Launches New NX1 Choke Design, Offering Remote Operation and Increased Service Life
CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high-quality API valves, has successfully completed field testing for its new remotely operated NX1 model hydraulic choke, a design that increases service life during harsh flowback operations and allows easier field service by the end user. The NX1 choke offers a compact, 2-inch, 1502 choke layout and is an ideal […]
Read MoreCORTEC Featured in International Oil & Gas Engineer
For years, operators working on shale wells have battled substantial amounts of well debris. As fracking and plug parts surface from within the wells, operations are forced to halt to clear the plugged chokes, costing both time and wear on the equipment. This debris accumulation also limits the type of choke trim that can be […]
Read MoreCORTEC Launches New Wellhead Plug Catcher to Reduce Downtime
CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high-quality API valves, has launched its new, compact, Wellhead Plug Catcher, which is installed directly between the wellhead and the production choke. Fracking and plug parts returning to the surface is a common problem in shale wells. The user-friendly Wellhead Plug Catcher is installed upstream of a wellhead production choke […]
Read MoreCORTEC Choke Model CC5MIR Installation on a Gulf of Mexico Deepwater Platform
This specially engineered CORTEC model CC5MIR choke is a 6” nominal, 5” max orifice 15,000 PSI design and was recently installed on a deepwater GOM platform to replace another OEM failed choke assembly. Equipped with electric actuation, this design was supplied with multiple trim set options ranging from 1.5” to 5” for various production stages […]
Read MorePositive Outlook in Kuwait
CORTEC has secured an order for over a dozen PCH1M model positive production type chokes for operations in Kuwait. These 15,000 PSI rated 1” max orifice designs will include inconel 625 overlay on all wetted areas of the assembly. The scope of supply includes an assortment of positive choke beans that can be installed throughout […]
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