Holiday Toy Drive
January 7, 2025

Westbrook Energy Divisional Holiday Toy Drive A division of Westbrook Energy Group, and WOT’s sister company, Forged Components, in coordination with PVF Young Professionals, sponsored ‘Operation Stocking Stuffer’, benefitting disadvantaged children through the Houston Fire Department. Every

Ordering Custom Forged Products
November 26, 2024

Typical Ordering Process for a Custom Forged Product Ordering a custom-forged product from Western of Texas Forge & Flange is easy and straightforward, but involves several stages, from specifying requirements to final delivery. Below is an outline

Subsea Flange Application
October 28, 2024

What are Subsea Flanges & their Applications Subsea flanges are specialized types of flanges designed for use in subsea applications, such as oil and gas extraction, underwater pipelines, and subsea infrastructure. These flanges are used to connect

Bolted High-Pressure Flanges
February 17, 2024

Why Use Bolted High-Pressure Flanges Bolted high-pressure flange connections are a critical component in various industrial applications, including piping systems, pressure vessels, and other equipment where high pressure and temperatures are present. These connections offer several benefits

Weld Neck Flanges Materials
December 13, 2023

How Different Materials Affect Weld Neck Flanges The choice of metal for weld neck flanges affects the strength and performance of the flange. Several factors need considered when selecting materials for weld flanges, including the intended application,

Forged Flanges in the Oil and Gas Industry
February 20, 2023

Advantages of Forged Flanges in the Oil and Gas Industry The oil and gas industry runs smoothly by relying on forged flanges. The flanges are put to use in high pressure and heat applications. There are advantages

What is a Fat Faced Flange and How Is It Used? Fat faced flanges have become increasingly popular due to their ability to withstand high pressure applications. However, many people may not be aware of what a

Advantages to Lap Joint Flanges Oil & Gas
December 19, 2022

What is a Lap Joint Flange? A lap joint flange is a pipe flange welded to the lap joint stub end. The lap joint flange has a raised face and a small bore. The lap joint flange

Pipe Components Forged Flanges Oil Gas Piping
June 20, 2022

How to Choose a Pipe Fitting for Your Oil & Gas Piping When constructing piping, you can use many different fittings. These pipe fittings serve several purposes, such as connecting pipe sections and adding functionality to the