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CORTEC Introduces New CRV26 Pressure Relief Valve
CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high quality API chokes, valves and manifolds, has introduced its new CRV26 Pressure Relief Valve (PRV). The CRV26 PRV is a product of the CORTEC Fluid Control division of CORTEC, which provides a complete line of high-end valves designed and manufactured according to specific project specifications. CRV26 PRV is engineered […]
Read MoreHeaded to the Paint Shop!
Check out this MPD system for a deepwater drillship that will be set for loadout in two weeks. It has 8” nominal lines, electrically actuated valves, including compact ball valves and chokes, as well as pneumatic PRV system.
Read MoreCORTEC Awarded 2018 Louisiana Lantern Award
CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high quality API valves and manifolds, received a 2018 Louisiana Lantern Award for excellence in manufacturing and outstanding community service, presented by Louisiana Economic Development (LED). CORTEC was chosen by Louisiana’s eight regional planning and development districts, based on contributions to the community, employment growth and facility expansion. LED began […]
Read MoreCORTEC Completes Shipment of MPD Systems
CORTEC recently concluded the shipment of two MPD manifold systems to be installed on the Seadrill West Saturn and West Capricorn Drillships. Featuring 8” Metal Seated Ball Valves and 6” Orifice Drilling Chokes, this all electrically controlled manifold system will be operated by a Safekick software system. The West Saturn will embark for a drilling […]
Read MoreCORTEC Awarded Shell Vito Valve Packages
CORTEC has been contracted to supply multiple valve packages for the Vito project including API 6AV1 rated Boarding Shutdown Valves. Positioned in the Mississippi Canyon block of the Gulf of Mexico, this system will feature models ranging from 2-1/16” to 10-1/8” bore and pressure classes up to 15,000 PSI. These packages include both Peek and Tungsten Carbide […]
Read MoreCORTEC Using Universal Robot UR10
CORTEC has recently set up this Universal Robot UR10 to operate one of our Mazak CNC machines. This equipment aids in high quantity run components with minimal downtime and consistent, high quality results. See the robot in action.
Read MoreCORTEC Valves Being Shipped to The Netherlands
This equipment is being shipped to The Netherlands for installation within a chemical injection system. The system will be utilized on an offshore platform in the Mediterranean Sea. CORTEC is providing 45 valves total, including 18 double valve bodies and metal seated check valve designs. The valves featured a bore size of 1-13/16” and were […]
Read MorePTS and CORTEC Working Together on New Surface Kit
PTS is putting together a new kit for their HWCG project, fully equipped with 4 CORTEC CX3 drilling chokes. With this project, PTS is providing emergency response equipment for offshore spill containment in the Gulf of Mexico. The expanded surface kit that PTS is building will be the largest offshore well testing system assembled for […]
Read More100 Valves Shipped to Offshore Operator in Israel
CORTEC recently shipped these valves to an offshore operator in Israel. There are approximately 100 valves total, including 2”, 3”, 4”, 6”, 8” and 12” compact ball valves and check valves. All of these Lipseal-designed valves include 4130 with Inconel 625 cladding in all seal areas and stainless trim. These were manufactured to API PSL-3 […]
Read MoreMazak North America SLANT TURN 60RB Installed at Houma Facility
A Mazak North America SLANT TURN 60RB was just installed at Cortec’s Houma facility. The machine will help our team meet the demand for some of the larger components we manufacture, including many of our double compact ball valves, which are commonly used in our turnkey manifold designs. These designs offer dual isolation, providing redundancy in reliability […]
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