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zipper manifold

1. n. []

A system of frac valves that directs treatment fluid from the missile to multiple frac trees. The zipper manifold facilitates quick redirection of fracturing pressure from one well to another, enabling pump trucks to run nearly continuously to minimize downtime.

Alternate Form: frac manifoldfracturing manifold

See related terms: missiletrunk line