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Yes,we can offer OEM services.

Yes, we have API,  ISO GOST and etc.

It usually takes 7 to 30 days,which generally depends on the quantity of your order and our storage.

The BOP control system maintains well integrity by allowing fast and reliable activation of the BOP stack during sudden pressure changes or formation kicks. It provides multiple redundant hydraulic circuits and stored energy (via accumulators) to close the BOP even if primary power is lost. A properly functioning control unit is critical for sealing the wellbore and isolating pressure zones.

Core components of a BOP control unit include:

  • Hydraulic accumulators

  • Control manifold and regulators

  • Pneumatic or electric pumps

  • Control panel with remote and local stations

  • Reservoir tank and filtering system

  • Valves and pressure gauges
    These parts work together to store energy, regulate pressure, and execute control commands to the BOP stack.

  • Hydraulic BOP control systems use pressurized hydraulic fluid to operate the BOPs, offering precise control and high closing force, making them suitable for high-pressure deep wells.

  • Pneumatic systems rely on compressed air and are generally used in low-pressure environments or as backup systems. Hydraulic systems are more common on modern rigs due to their reliability and control accuracy.

Yes. BOP control systems can be fully customized based on rig size, BOP configuration, number of controlled functions, environmental conditions, and client-specific safety requirements. Whether for onshore land rigs or offshore jack-ups, our units can be tailored with different accumulator capacities, control panel layouts, and backup power options.

BOP failures can result from:

  • Worn or damaged seals and elastomers

  • Corrosion or contamination in the control fluid

  • Delayed maintenance or improper testing procedures

  • Electrical or hydraulic system malfunctions
    Prevention requires strict adherence to API testing intervals, regular flushing of hydraulic fluid, timely seal replacements, and function tests before and after each well spud.

Routine maintenance and testing should follow API RP 53 or relevant offshore/onshore regulations. Typically:

Function tests: every 7 days during drilling operations

Pressure tests: every 21–30 days

Full system inspection: during rig mobilization, before spudding, and annually
More frequent testing may be required based on the well plan or operator policy.

The F-500 and F-800 offer high efficiency, steady flow, and lower pulsation. They’re designed for easy maintenance, reduced noise levels, and consistent performance in deep and high-pressure drilling environments.

Choosing the right mud pump depends on the depth of the well, desired flow rate, pressure requirements, and the rig’s overall capacity. It’s important to balance horsepower, liner size, and stroke length with your drilling parameters.

Key spare parts include:

  • Pistons and liners

  • Valves and seats

  • Packing and gaskets

  • Crosshead guides

  • Gear sets

  • Bearings and seals
    Regular replacement of these ensures optimal performance and prevents unexpected downtime.

With proper maintenance, an F-series mud pump can operate between 6,000 to 10,000 hours before major overhaul, depending on the drilling environment and fluid characteristics.

Common issues include piston wear, liner scoring, valve failures, and bearing fatigue. Troubleshooting involves regular inspections, vibration monitoring, and pressure testing to detect early signs of wear and prevent breakdowns.

Yes. Triplex pumps (like the F-series) provide smoother fluid flow, higher efficiency, and reduced vibration compared to duplex pumps. They also require less maintenance and offer better pressure control.

Absolutely. We can supply drilling spools with custom-configured side outlets, test ports, and flange connections. Options include threaded or flanged outlets for choke, kill, and pressure monitoring lines. We also offer custom bore sizes and lengths to match your rig layout or specific project requirements.

We offer a full range of API 6A flanges, including blind flanges, weld neck flanges, companion flanges, studded flanges, and threaded flanges. Available in all standard sizes, pressure ratings (2,000 – 15,000 psi), and material classes (AA to HH), our flanges meet the most demanding oilfield requirements.

Our adapter flanges are available up to 15,000 psi working pressure, manufactured according to API 6A and tested to full pressure specs. For critical service applications, we also offer monogrammed flanges with complete material traceability and test documentation.

Yes. We regularly machine flanges from NACE MR0175/ISO 15156-compliant materials such as Inconel, CRA-clad steel, and high-strength alloy steel for sour gas and H₂S environments. Our in-house engineering team can design and manufacture flanges to match your exact requirements, including custom dimensions, bolt patterns, and corrosion-resistant surfaces.

Plug valves and gate valves serve different functions in pressure control. Plug valves use a quarter-turn rotating plug to quickly open or close flow, making them ideal for high-cycle, fast-acting control—commonly used in fracking and cementing operations.
Gate valves, on the other hand, use a rising or non-rising stem to lift a gate and provide full bore, low-turbulence flow, better suited for isolation applications where minimal pressure drop is required. Gate valves are generally not intended for frequent cycling.

Our API 6A gate valves are available in working pressures ranging from 2,000 psi to 15,000 psi, suitable for both standard and high-pressure wellhead and surface applications. All valves are hydrostatically tested and certified to meet relevant API specifications.

The choke manifold uses adjustable and fixed chokes to control the flow rate of fluids coming from the well. By increasing or decreasing flow resistance, the manifold maintains pressure within a safe operating range, helping to prevent blowouts and reduce formation damage.

A standard choke manifold typically includes:

  • Adjustable chokes (manual or hydraulic)

  • Fixed chokes

  • Gate valves or plug valves

  • Pressure gauges and indicators

  • Flow tees and crossovers

  • Support frame or skid

Additional features like sand knockouts or high-temperature seals can be added for specialized applications.

During hydraulic fracturing, a choke manifold manages backpressure and diverts flow from the wellhead, protecting downstream equipment and controlling flowback. It helps regulate the transition from high-pressure pumping to controlled flowback, reducing erosion and ensuring safety.

For high-pressure operations, cement heads must feature:

  • Heavy-duty pressure ratings (up to 15,000 psi)

  • Quick-latch or threaded connections for fast rig-up

  • Multiple plug chambers for two-stage or multi-zone cementing

  • Compatibility with different casing sizes

  • Optional integrated manifolds for mixing or pressure testing
    We supply cement heads with customized configurations to match specific rig requirements.

Float collars and float shoes are installed near the bottom of the casing string to prevent cement from flowing back into the casing once it’s pumped. Their internal check valves hold pressure and maintain the integrity of the cement column, ensuring proper placement and isolation in the annulus.

In surface systems, plug valves are favored for quick shut-off and compact design, especially in high-frequency operations like fracking or flowback. Gate valves, with their full bore flow path, are used for low-turbulence shut-off and long-term isolation. Selection depends on flow characteristics, actuation needs, and cycle frequency.

Yes. We provide complete BOP control units, including accumulator systems, remote panels, and fail-safe controls. We also offer onsite commissioning and integration support, ensuring full compliance with API 16D standards and seamless operation with your wellhead equipment.

The cement head is typically connected to the top of the casing string via a threaded or quick-connect union. Common connections include API casing threads or flange adapters, depending on the design. A secure and leak-proof connection is essential to handle high-pressure pumping and ensure plug displacement is properly transferred downhole.

Our cement heads are rated for working pressures up to 10,000 psi, with higher-pressure designs available upon request. All pressure ratings are validated through hydrostatic testing and comply with industry safety standards for cementing operations.

Yes, we offer both single-plug and double-plug cement heads to suit various well requirements. Single-plug heads are commonly used in basic cementing jobs, while double-plug heads are ideal for primary cementing operations where a bottom plug and top plug are needed for fluid separation and proper plug bumping. Both types are equipped with quick-opening lids for fast plug loading and safety pins for secure operation.

Lead time varies depending on order size and customization. For standard mud pump parts, it’s usually 2–3 weeks. BOP units typically require 4–6 weeks, subject to production scheduling and material availability.

The lead time varies depending on order size and customization. For standard mud pump parts, it’s usually 2–3 weeks.

We follow strict QA/QC protocols including raw material testing, CNC machining with tight tolerances, in-process inspections, and final hydrostatic or dimensional testing. All products are delivered with detailed inspection reports and material traceability.

Absolutely. We offer full OEM manufacturing services, including product branding, custom design, and private-label production for oilfield service providers and distributors.

Yes, third-party inspection is available and welcomed. We regularly work with SGS, BV, TUV, and other inspection agencies. All inspection fees and arrangements can be coordinated in advance.

While oil and gas remain our core focus, our products are also used in geothermal drilling, mining, pipeline construction, and water well operations.

Absolutely. We can adjust designs, connections, and materials to fit regional rig specifications, climate conditions, or special drilling environments like offshore, sour gas, or high-pressure zones.

Yes. We provide remote technical support for installation, troubleshooting, and field optimization. On-site service can also be arranged through our global partner network.

A Hydraulic Lock Ram Blowout Preventer (BOP) is a critical safety component used in the oil and gas industry, specifically in drilling and well control operations. A BOP is a large valve-like device that is designed to control the flow of fluids and gases from a wellbore during drilling, completion, and intervention operations. Its main purpose is to prevent the uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons (oil and gas) from the well, which could lead to a potentially catastrophic blowout.

The "Hydraulic Lock Ram" refers to a specific type of ram element within the Blowout Preventer. Ram elements are sealing components that can be hydraulically activated to close off the wellbore and seal it in case of an emergency or when certain drilling or well control operations need to be carried out.

The "Lock" in "Hydraulic Lock Ram" refers to the mechanism that secures the ram in its closed position using hydraulic pressure. This lock ensures that the ram element will remain closed even if hydraulic pressure is lost, providing a redundant safety feature.

The Hydraulic Lock Ram BOP uses hydraulic pressure to open and close the ram elements. When activated, the ram elements move horizontally or vertically across the wellbore to seal off the well. This is crucial in situations where well control is necessary due to unexpected pressure surges, equipment malfunctions, or other emergency scenarios.

In summary, the Hydraulic Lock Ram Blowout Preventer is a specialized safety device used in the oil and gas industry to prevent well blowouts by effectively sealing the wellbore using hydraulically operated ram elements. This helps ensure the safety of personnel, the environment, and the overall drilling operation.

A hydraulic locking ram blowout preventer (BOP) is a complex piece of equipment designed to contain and seal a wellbore in emergencies or during certain drilling and well control operations. Its working principle includes components and structure, normal operation, emergency shutdown, hydraulic start, gate movement, locking mechanism, pressure balance, and monitoring of several parts. In summary, hydraulic lock ram BOPs are designed to quickly close the wellbore to prevent the uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons in emergencies. Its operation involves using hydraulic pressure to activate the stamping elements, locking them in place for a safe seal and providing redundancy in the event of a hydraulic failure. BOPs are an important safety measure in the oil and gas industry to protect people, the environment, and the well itself.

The Variable-Bore Ram (VBR) is a critical component of a ram Blowout Preventer (BOP), capable of sealing on a range of tubular sizes. Unlike fixed pipe rams, VBRs offer flexibility in accommodating various pipe sizes in the wellbore, enhancing operational efficiency. They function similarly to standard pipe ram packers, with packers extending forward of the ram body faces.

Rongsheng recognizes the challenges faced by operators in sourcing compatible drilling equipment and services from multiple vendors. To address this, Rongsheng provides integrated drilling rig packages, including VBRs, ensuring efficiency, reliability, and high performance. These VBRs, installed on the BOP, extend to the center of the wellbore and can be utilized to shut the well in during well control events.

Whether for high-pressure or extended reach wells, Rongsheng's VBRs are tailored to fit specific drilling applications, guaranteeing superior rig efficiency and reliability. With Rongsheng's integrated offering, operators can minimize non-productive time and ensure seamless rig operations and rig up.

  • Variable-bore ram (VBR) BOP-- Most BOPs prefer the use of a VBR over a fixed-tube ram because of its flexibility to handle a variety of tubing sizes in the wellbore.
  • Variable-bore rams (VBR) enable ram blowout preventers to close and seal pipes of various sizes. This is in contrast to standard pipe rams that are designed to seal on only one size of pipe. In a standard pipe ram, the resilient fill material is supported against crushing by rigid steel plates that are shaped to fit snugly around the pipe. In VBR, the elastomer is contained in a series of segmented inserts that fit to conform to a wide variety of pipe sizes as well as tool joints, kelly and other parts of the drill string in sizes within the VBR range.
  • Variable-bore rams (VBR) are activated in the same way as standard pipeline rams packers. 

The packer extends to the front of the rams block face. When the rams are closed, the packers touch each other on the leading faces on either side of the tubular bore. As the rams continue to close, the elastomer in the packer moves inward against the pipe. In standard tubular rams, the packer only extends forward a fraction of an inch from the ram block face, because the elastomer only needs to "feed" inward enough to replace material lost through wear.

However, in the case of VBR, more radial displacement is required. There must be enough displacement to cover the range of pipe sizes for the rams, plus enough to replace material lost through wear. In VBR, the packer may extend an inch or more forward of the ram face. There is a practical limit to the amount the packer can extend forward to the face of the plunger. The most obvious limiting factor is the requirement that the rams packer not extend into the wellbore when the rams are fully retracted. This limits the range of pipe sizes for VBRs, especially if they are designed to fit existing BOPs.

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