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Sand Trap & Sand Knockout Rentals

Cyclonic and gravity sand separators rated up to 15,000 PSI, engineered to remove damaging sand, proppant, and formation solids during flowback, well testing, and completion operations.

The problems we solve

What operators call us for

Uncontrolled sand and proppant during initial flowback and high-velocity production cause erosion, plugging, and equipment failure. Our sand traps and knockouts act as the first line of defense at the wellhead.

Flowback & High-Velocity Production

Sand and proppant that erode downstream equipment

Uncontrolled sand and proppant during initial flowback and high-velocity production erode and plug separators, chokes, meters, and valves, and compromise data accuracy.

Our answer

Sand separators and sand knockouts staged as the first line of defense at the wellhead, capturing solids before they reach downstream equipment.

High-Efficiency Solids Removal

Fine sand that standard traps let through

Fine formation sand and proppant can pass right through equipment that isn't built for high-efficiency separation, leaving downstream gear exposed.

Our answer

Cyclonic sand separators using high-velocity rotational flow to remove 100% of 100-mesh sand and up to 97% of 200-mesh sand.

Extreme Completion Pressure

Pressure past what a standard knockout can hold

Extreme completion environments push solids-handling equipment past standard pressure ratings.

Our answer

A high-pressure sand knockout rated to 15,000 PSI and hydro-tested to 22,500 PSI, alongside gravity SKO configurations from 3,000 to 7,500 PSI.

Sour Service & HPHT Wells

Solids handling that also has to survive H2S

Shale plays and HPHT wells with sour service demand solids-handling equipment that can survive corrosive H2S conditions, not just high pressure.

Our answer

A compact cyclonic sand knockout specified for sour service.

Prequalified and compliant

  • ISNetworld Member Contractor
  • American Petroleum Institute
  • Compliance Verified

Why Tiger

More than a rental yard.

Uncontrolled sand and proppant cause severe erosion, plugging, and equipment failure. Our units act as the first line of defense at the wellhead, capturing solids before they reach downstream equipment.

  • Cyclonic Sand Separators

    Centrifugal force delivers high-efficiency solids removal, rated to 10,000 PSI.

  • High-Pressure Sand Knockout

    A 15,000 PSI unit for extreme completion environments, hydro-tested to 22,500 PSI.

  • Gravity SKO Configurations

    Proven vertical designs from 3,000 to 7,500 PSI for dependable solids settling and clean-out.

  • Sour Service Ready

    Units specified for H2S service in shale plays and HPHT wells.

8 units in the Sand Traps fleet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest pressure rating available?

Our high pressure sand knockout is rated to 15,000 PSI and hydro-tested to 22,500 PSI, designed for extreme completion environments.

What is the difference between cyclonic and gravity separation?

Cyclonic units use high velocity rotational flow and centrifugal force for high-efficiency solids removal. Gravity units use a vertical vessel to let solids settle out, with clean-out through hammer union connections.

Do you have units for sour service?

Yes. Specific units are specified for sour service containing H2S. Tell dispatch the conditions on your job and we will confirm the right unit.

Why do I need a sand trap during flowback?

During initial flowback and high velocity production, uncontrolled sand and proppant cause erosion, plugging, and failure in separators, chokes, meters, and valves, and they compromise data accuracy. A sand trap captures solids first, which reduces non-productive time and extends asset life.

What sizes are available?

Configurations include a 24 in x 120 in cyclonic separator rated to 10,000 PSI, a 24 in x 90 in compact cyclonic SKO rated to 10,000 PSI for HPHT service, a gravity L-skid SKO available at 3,000, 5,000 and 7,500 PSI, and a 5,800 PSI vertical sand separator with 2 in hammer union clean-out.

What features do the sand traps carry?

Angled internal baffles for improved separation, L-skid frames for safe and efficient lifting, integrated 3 in 10K adjustable chokes on the dump lines, and clean-out and maintenance access designed to be worked in the field.