MANIFOLDS
Industrial manifolds are precision-engineered flow distribution systems designed for high-performance applications requiring minimal pressure drop and maximum erosion resistance.
These critical components efficiently direct and control fluid flow in demanding environments such as oilfield cementing, drilling mud systems, and high-volume process applications.
Manifolds serve as the central hub in fluid systems, distributing flows from single sources to multiple outlets or combining multiple inputs into single outputs. Engineered for full-flow applications where pressure drop must be minimized, manifolds feature optimized internal geometries that reduce turbulence and maintain flow efficiency. Special erosion-resistant materials and coatings protect against wear in abrasive service conditions common in cement, mud, and slurry systems. Modern manifolds incorporate advanced manufacturing techniques like precision casting and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) optimization to achieve superior performance in critical applications across energy, chemical processing, and industrial sectors.
Type | Description | Typical Applications |
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Cementing Manifolds | High-pressure, abrasion-resistant designs | Oilfield cementing operations |
Mud Manifolds | Corrosion-resistant for drilling fluids | Drilling rig circulation systems |
Hydraulic Manifolds | Precision-machined with integrated valves | Industrial hydraulic systems |
Process Manifolds | Sanitary or corrosion-resistant materials | Chemical and petrochemical plants |
Test Manifolds | Instrumentation connections | Pressure testing systems |
Parameter | Specification |
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Size Range | 1" to 24" (DN25 to DN600) |
Pressure Rating | Up to 15,000 psi (1034 bar) |
Temperature Range | -50°F to 1200°F (-45°C to 650°C) |
Connection Types | Flanged, threaded, welded, clamp |
Flow Capacity | Up to 10,000 GPM (2275 m³/h) |
Standards | ASME B16.5, B16.47, API 6A, 16C |
Surface Finish | Ra < 32 µin (0.8 µm) for process manifolds |