Trunnion Vs Floating Ball Valve

CORTEC Trunnion Ball Valve with Mounted Positioner

Bi-Directional Ball Valves Trunnion vs Floating Designs This document describes the differences between bi-directional floating ball valves and trunnion ball valves used in the oil and gas industry.     Anyone in the oil and gas industry must know how to choose the best ball valve for their project. Two of the most common types are…

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Field Trial Summary:  Impact of CORTEC Automated Production Chokes in Oil and Gas Operations

CORTEC Production Choke

Field Trial Summary:  Impact of CORTEC Automated Production Chokes in Oil and Gas Operations located in the West, Central, and South Texas Regions Problem The primary challenge facing this CORTEC client pertains to the inefficiencies encountered in three operational oilfield areas across Texas. These inefficiencies encompass reduced oil production, increased labor demands—particularly concerning non-productive time—suboptimal…

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CORTEC’s Successful 2025 API Recertification Audit in Port Allen

Exciting News from Port Allen! The CORTEC team in Port Allen has successfully completed the 2025 API Recertification audit, which included API Q1, ISO 9001:2015, API 6A, 6D, and 16C product specifications. This audit included a transition to the 10th edition of API Q1, and we achieved this with no findings, concerns, or opportunities for…

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Discover the Power of Automation Through CORTEC’s API 16C Dual Choke Control System

Discover the power of Automation through CORTEC’s API 16C advanced dual choke control system! The CX-WC control panel can operate both gear and piston-actuated chokes and easily integrates with CORTEC’s efficient and cost-effective CX-EC 3.0 Setpoint MPD Choke Control System through a single control panel. The CX-WC facilitates both remote and manual operation from the…

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CORTEC 2024 and Future Aspirations

As we celebrate our 20th anniversary and look toward 2025 and beyond, we are excited about the opportunities ahead for CORTEC. Reflecting on our journey, we appreciate the progress of our team and company and look forward to the vast potential ahead. In 2024, CORTEC achieved key milestones, including expanding our global presence through new…

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At CORTEC, we’re all about exceptional service!

CORTEC MPD Installation on a drillship

At CORTEC, we’re not just about solutions—we’re all about exceptional service! Right now, we have service personnel on board a drillship in Las Palmas, finalizing the installation of a CORTEC Managed Pressure Drilling package. This package, purchased back in May 2023, landed in February 2024. It’s thrilling to see this project take shape, marking the…

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CORTEC Helps Build Homes for Six Haitian Families in 2024

Haitian Family gets new home

At CORTEC, giving back is a fundamental part of our culture. One of our passions is supporting Haiti Mission, Inc., a Louisiana-based international development organization that creates sustainable projects to bring dignity, hope, love, joy, and faith to the people of Haiti. Thanks to our team’s heartfelt generosity, CORTEC funded the construction of six homes…

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CORTEC Signs New ARF Agreement for UAE Region

Dubai Map with Pin

CORTEC is excited to announce our new agreement with Aswan in Dubai. As a CORTEC Authorized Repair Facility, Aswan will ensure that our customers in the UAE region receive top-quality repair and maintenance services for their CORTEC products. This partnership will further enhance our commitment to providing exceptional support to our valued international clients. CORTEC…

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CORTEC Control System Automation Maximizes Your Operation

CORTEC Automation Control Systems

Control System Automation Maximizes Your Operation Source: Todd Fenn, Product Development Manager for Automation at Cortec Oct 31, 2024 as published in Offshore Engineer   Pressure control equipment is the backbone of the Oil and Gas Industry. It is the first and last line of defense in pressure and flow control. Advancements in valves, chokes,…

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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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