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API 6FA Fire-Rated Production Chokes
API 6FA Fire-Rated Production Chokes: Engineering Confidence and Operational Assurance for Oil and Gas Operators Understanding API 6FA and Its Impact on Operations In hydrocarbon fire scenarios, production equipment is subjected to severe mechanical and thermal stresses. Elevated temperatures deteriorate elastomeric seals, reduce bolt preload, and threaten the integrity of pressure-retaining components within flow…
Read MoreFascinating Facts and Stories About America
Celebrating America at 250 Fascinating Facts and Stories from Our Nation’s Journey Every Fourth of July, Americans celebrate with fireworks, parades, family gatherings, and traditions that have been passed down for generations. This year, those celebrations take on even greater meaning as the United States commemorates 250 years since the adoption of the Declaration…
Read MoreAutomated Sand Dump System
Automated Sand Management How CORTEC is Enhancing Efficiency and Safety in Early Production Operations In early production, sand management is essential. Temporary sand traps upstream of production equipment capture formation solids and protect downstream assets. Regular dumping is required to maintain flow and prevent disruptions. Ineffective sand management can cause downtime and result in critical…
Read MoreCORTEC: Leaders of Industry
From Louisiana to the World: How CORTEC Innovates Globally While Making a Difference at Home CORTEC is proud to be part of the 10/12 Industry Report “Leaders of Industry” special section, where we share how our team continues to support global energy operations from right here in Louisiana. The profile highlights our vertically integrated facilities,…
Read MoreCORTEC MRO Retrofit Solution
CORTEC MRO Double Ball Valve Retrofit Most MRO projects—maintenance, refurbishment, and upgrades—don’t happen in open spaces. Instead, they’re executed within older, existing facilities across operations, where adapting to the current footprint is essential. In these situations, the challenge is to maintain integrity and performance without modifying the surrounding system. That’s where CORTEC engineering makes a…
Read MoreUnderstanding Fixed, Adjustable, and Actuated Chokes — and When to Use Each
CORTEC Tech Notes Production chokes are essential for upstream flow control—they’re the gatekeepers of production rates, pressure management, and downstream equipment protection. The right choke type—fixed, adjustable, manual, or actuated—makes a noticeable difference in well performance, safety, and long-term costs. This guide takes a hands-on look at positive (fixed), adjustable, and actuated chokes, weighing their…
Read MoreCORTEC Secures Award of Major Offshore MPD Manifold Package
HOUMA, LA—CORTEC has been awarded an offshore project to deliver an upgraded Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) Manifold Package for a major international deepwater operation. This project, a multi-million-dollar turnkey package, includes a complete, fully integrated system featuring high-spec, metal-seated ball valves, actuators, relief systems, chokes, and supporting piping and spools. All components are designed and…
Read MoreCORTEC Announces Acquisition of Power Chokes™
#CORTECnews FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CORTEC Announces Acquisition of Houston-based Power Chokes™ from ADS Services HOUMA, La. (August 1, 2025) – CORTEC, an internationally established U.S. manufacturer of choke, valve and automation products, announced today that it has acquired Power Chokes™ – a long-standing, prominent manufacturer of chokes and pressure control equipment – from ADS…
Read MoreNew Homes for Haitian Families
At CORTEC, contributing to the community is an essential aspect of our ethos. One of our pledges is to support Haiti Mission, Inc., a Louisiana-based international development organization that undertakes sustainable projects to bring dignity, hope, love, joy, and faith to the people of Haiti. Thanks to the generous nature of our team, CORTEC is…
Read MoreCORTEC – Single Source for Complete Wellhead Wing Assembly
Across adaptable, robust choke designs and reliable, high-quality valve products, CORTEC can provide not only your choke and valve needs but all specialty flowline and automation requirements. Our facilities are licensed under API 6A (Houma 0700/Port Allen 1866), and our manufacturing capabilities include Tees, Crosses, Adapters, Spacers, and Flanges. CORTEC can supply virtually any common…
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