WeldFit specializes in extruding branch outlets to produce single and multiple outlet headers and extruded manifolds. Extruded outlet headers and manifolds have many applications, including:
- Inlet and outlet headers
- Gas cooler and heater manifolds
- Compressor station headers and manifolds
- Pipeline test heads
- Slug catcher manifold retrofits
- Fitting connections (tees, crosses, and spools)
Welded (Fabricated)
Branch Connections
- Additional reinforcement pads are required
- Radiographic x-ray inspection of the header-to-branch weld required
- Significant collection reinforcement weight
- Lower external load rating
- Additional fabrication work required
- More material is consumed to provide the same strength as an extruded product
Extruded
Connections
- Flexible design that allows reinforcement to be included in the neck of the extrusion
- Higher external load rating
- Streamlined manufacturing process
- Less gross material required than in a welded (fabricated) product
- Extrusions are often more economical than welded connections, particularly for multiple-outlet applications
- Can be classified as a fitting
