Definition(s)


Well Control (Choke) Manifold

Part of a specially-designed section of piping installed on a drilling rig for use during well control incidents and not for MPD. This manifold and any associated choke(s) are designed for lower flow rates and higher pressures than those used for drilling.

Source: ABS Guide for Classification and Certification of Managed Pressure Drilling Systems, September 2017. Global Standards

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