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Manufacturing and Controlled Processes

Swaging

A cold forming operation to modify pipe to meet dimensional thread requirements by shrinkage and/or expansion of threaded area. Punch press swaging to 300 tons.

Computer Controlled Stress Relief

A process to relieve stresses created by the swaging operation with heat to maintain the original metrological properties of the pipe. Temperatures up to 1100 degrees controlled with calibrated temperature equipment.

CNC Threading

A process controlled by computer to machine high accuracy threads per dimensional specifications. Thread diameters from 2 3/8" to 9 5/8" with dimensionally calibrated machine tool.  

 Grit Blasting

A process to provide a consistent anti-galling surface on connections by  blasting with a controlled media to achieve a specific anchor pattern. Controlled with blast media and Testex Press-O-Film inspections.

 Molycoating

A process to aid in the anti-galling characteristics of grit blasted connections. Visual controlled process. 

Phosphate Coating

A process to provide a consistent anti-galling surface on connections by chemical reaction. Process controlled by titration of chemicals on a prescribed basis and dipping times. Computer controlled system in experimental stages.

  Computer Controlled Make-Up

A process to install couplings on pipe or connect pipe to accessory items using prescribed torque values with calibrated equipment. Torque values to 36,000 ft/lbs