Industry News

Industry news in the valve and actuation sector serves as a vital information reservoir that keeps various stakeholders — including manufacturers, distributors, end-users, and industry analysts — abreast of the latest developments, innovations, and trends shaping the landscape.

The industry news category within the valve and actuation sector encompasses a wide array of updates including technological advancements, market trends, regulatory changes, project announcements, and organizational developments among others. This category is quintessential in helping professionals navigate the dynamic and competitive environment of the valve and actuation industry.

Fisher® control valves for nuclear power plants

Emerson Process Management has been awarded two multi-million dollar purchase orders from Westinghouse Electric Co. for critical control valves to be used in the first of two AP1000™ pressurised water reactors at both the Sanmen and Haiyang nuclear power plants in China.

müller co-ax ag celebrates 50 years

Gottfried Müller developed the coaxial valve in 1960 and presented it a few years later at the Hannover Fair. This product triggered a development whose success continues to this day. Over the years, not only has the number of different types of valves increased, the number of employees at müller co-ax ag has risen as well.

Hind joins Quantapoint Europe

Quantapoint Europe, a laser scanning company, has appointed Gerard Hind as its Business Development Executive. Laser scanning technology enables the creation of 3D interactive plant models allowing project managers to access a “digitised facility” on their desktop. This cuts down on the number of site visits required during a project and reduces the margin for error.

HF02-LG series

Rexroth’s HF02-LG series rounds out its standardized range of HF valve manifold systems with a weight-optimized base plate valve featuring high flow rates. The HF family is now available with flow rates of 0.4Cv, 0.7Cv, and 1.4Cv and can be actuated with one bus connection for all series. The uniform interface for common field bus control (B-design) permits a simple and clear combination of various valve manifold systems, as well as standardized programming.

Shafer SH Series actuators

The Shafer SH Series of gas-over-oil valve actuators from Emerson Process Management are suited to automate valves used for gas transmission as well as at compressor stations, gathering plants, storage facilities, meter runs and many other applications. Designed for 50 years of operation, the actuator has a 15-year seal life and a 10 year, industry-leading warranty.

Kazakhstan: nuclear power plant

Kazakhstan and Russia have set up a joint venture for the construction of a nuclear power plant in the Mangystau region of that Central Asian republic.

Flowserve buys Valbart

Valbart has announced that it has been acquired by Flowserve Corp. for USD 200 million.

ADIPEC partners with ADTC

ADIPEC 2010 (Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference) has signed a MoU with Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council (ADTC) to encourage greater Emiratisation and talent attraction in the energy sector.

BP may sell fields for compensation

BP may sell its fields in Colombia, Venezuela and Vietnam to meet the costs of the massive Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.

Valvitalia SpA acquires Broady Flow Control Ltd

The Chairman and CEO of Valvitalia S.p.A., Salvatore Ruggeri, has signed the acquisition of Broady Flow Control Ltd. Broady Flow Control Ltd has, for more than 100 years, been a manufacturer of safety relief valves for oil, gas and power industry as well as specialist valves for the defense industry.

Industry News

In the ever-evolving landscape of the valve and actuation industry, the role of timely and comprehensive industry news cannot be overstated. Serving as the nexus of vital information, industry news acts as a guiding beacon for stakeholders at every level, offering insights into market trends, technological advancements, and regulatory shifts that shape the industry’s trajectory. From unveiling innovative product launches to analyzing market dynamics and spotlighting seminal projects, industry news is an indispensable tool in navigating the complex and dynamic world of valve and actuation technology. As industries transition towards a future marked by digitalization and sustainability, staying updated with the latest industry news ensures that professionals remain at the forefront of developments, fostering growth, innovation, and collaboration in a sector central to modern infrastructure and technology.

The industry news category serves as a central hub that amalgamates various types of information critical to the valve and actuation industry. It fosters a well-informed community, promotes knowledge sharing, and facilitates strategic decision-making, thus playing a pivotal role in steering the industry towards growth and innovation. Keeping abreast of industry news helps stakeholders adapt to the rapidly evolving industry landscape and seize emerging opportunities.