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Pipe Slotting

Precision-machined slots that let your well produce while keeping the formation out. B&B Pipe runs the largest pipe slotting operation in California, backed by more than seventy years of experience.

Precision Slots,
Every Joint

Slotted pipe is one of the most reliable and cost-effective methods of downhole sand control. Openings machined directly into the pipe wall allow oil, gas, or water to flow into the well while filtering out sand and formation material that would otherwise damage pumps and choke production.

Our shop offers a wide range of slot widths, lengths, and patterns, machined to your exact specifications. Whether you need a standard configuration or a custom pattern engineered for your formation, our experienced operators deliver clean, consistent slots with tight tolerances, joint after joint.

With extensive operating equipment and 24-hour service availability, we handle everything from single joints to high-volume production runs with the speed and on-time delivery your project demands.

Custom slot widths, lengths & patterns
Tight, consistent tolerances on every joint
Petroleum, geothermal & water well applications
Single joints to high-volume production runs
Slotted casing machined at B&B Pipe in Bakersfield, California
Slotted casing in our Bakersfield yard

Pipe Slotting
FAQs

What is pipe slotting?

Pipe slotting machines narrow openings, called slots, directly into the pipe wall so oil, gas, or water can flow into the well while sand and formation material are filtered out. It is one of the most reliable and cost-effective methods of downhole sand control.

What slot widths and patterns can you produce?

We machine a wide range of slot widths, lengths, and patterns to your exact specifications, from standard configurations to custom patterns engineered for a specific formation. Share your requirements and we will match them.

What pipe can you slot?

We slot pipe for petroleum, geothermal, and water well applications across a broad range of sizes and grades. Contact us with your pipe size, grade, and slot specifications and we will confirm the details.

How fast is turnaround on a slotting job?

With extensive equipment and 24-hour service, we handle single joints through high-volume production runs with fast, on-time delivery. Exact turnaround depends on volume and specifications, so call us for a timeline.

Why choose slotted pipe over perforated pipe?

Slotted openings give precise, consistent control over slot size for sand filtration and can be machined to tight tolerances. The best choice depends on your formation and flow needs, and we are glad to help you decide.

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