Understanding Fixed, Adjustable, and Actuated Chokes — and When to Use Each

By uscortec | January 13, 2026 | Comments Off on Understanding Fixed, Adjustable, and Actuated Chokes — and When to Use Each
CORTEC Model NHM2 Choke with the CORTEC OEM double acting piston hydraulic actuator

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 More

CORTEC – Single Source for Complete Wellhead Wing Assembly

By uscortec | June 30, 2025 | Comments Off on CORTEC – 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…

Read More