Posts Tagged ‘MPD’
CORTEC 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 MoreCORTEC’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…
Read MoreAt CORTEC, we’re all about exceptional service!
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…
Read MoreCORTEC Launches New CC-HB3.0 Hydra-Balance Choke and Panel System
CORTEC, a leading manufacturer of high-quality API valves, has launched its new CX-HB3.0 Hydra-Balance Choke and Panel System, which offers drilling operations an increased level of value and functionality within Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD), Underbalanced Drilling (UBD) and other drilling set point applications. The system, which is API 6A and NACE MR0175 compliant, is a hydraulic […]
Read MoreCRV26 Choke Relief Valves to be Installed in an MPD System
CRV26 Pressure Relief Valves to be Installed in an MPD System These CRV26 pressure relief valves are on their way out to be installed in an MPD system! Our line of pressure relief valves offers users the safety, reliability and quick response function required to meet the demands of today’s drilling operations.
Read MoreCORTEC 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 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 […]
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