At start-up, wells often experience extreme pressure drops that can wreak havoc on conventional choke systems. The MP Choke Trim addresses this by directing flow through a carefully engineered hole pattern in the plug’s nose section. Unlike large-diameter ports that can accelerate fluid velocity and cause damaging erosion, these holes feature a high length-to-diameter (L/D) ratio. This creates a frictional flow path that slows velocity, reduces pressure recovery, and minimises vibration and noise. The result is enhanced reliability, longer component life, and safer start-up operations.
Once production stabilises and pressures normalise, the operational priorities shift toward maximising throughput. Here, the MP Choke Trim once again demonstrates its design advantage. Instead of relying on cages that restrict flow and increase fluid velocity, the trim secures its seat with a screw-thread design. This allows for a larger bore and maximised flow area through the valve body, enabling higher capacity and improved efficiency during production.
Built with robust tungsten carbide components and designed for versatility, the MP Choke Trim can be fitted to new valves or retrofitted into existing valve bodies. This adaptability offers operators both cost savings and performance upgrades without requiring a complete system overhaul.
By combining start-up resilience with production efficiency, the Severn Glocon MP Choke Trim exemplifies how smart engineering can control flow under pressure—ensuring reliability, performance, and long-term value in the harshest production environments.
