Innovations and solutions

The category of “Innovations and Solutions” within the valve and actuation industry serves as a critical focal point, capturing the essence of forward-thinking developments and cutting-edge solutions that aim to address current and future challenges faced by this sector.

In a sector that’s fundamental to a multitude of industries ranging from oil and gas to water management, the sphere of innovations and solutions keeps a finger on the pulse of technological advancements, new product developments, and enhanced service solutions. This category is vibrant and dynamic, signifying the ongoing efforts to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability in the valve and actuation industry.

Parker unveils IQAN-XC4x expansion modules

Parker Hannifin, the motion and control technologies company, has released new expansion modules for its IQAN family. Four versions of the high-performance modules are available for use in different ways to meet the requirements of any hydraulic mobile machine, making it easy to expand an IQAN control system when connected to an IQAN-MC4x master controller.

ROSS CONTROLS announces the acquisition of Pneumatrol

ROSS CONTROLS® announces the acquisition of Pneumatrol Limited (Pneumatrol) as of July 31, 2019. Established in 1921, ROSS is headquartered in Troy, Michigan and is ISO certified.

CERTINA acquires Pibiviesse, a valve producer

Pibiviesse has been CIRCOR International’s long-cycle upstream oil & gas engineered valve business. The business develops and produces a wide range of manual and automated on/off and control ball valves for the oil & gas, petrochemical, water transportation, and power industries.

Metso expands its valve distributor network

Metso signed new distributor agreements in eight European countries for its valve business during H1/2019. The agreements cover the following companies that serve their respective areas: Eck Boro, Switzerland; GEMZA, Azerbaijan; GERYON, Bulgaria; MACH, Germany; PCE, Portugal; PMS, Austria; REFLOW, Slovakia and ROBMET, Romania.

CPV appoints new Director for OEM sales

Admiral Valve, LLC d/b/a CPV Manufacturing announces the appointment of Jeff Weingartner as the new Director of OEM Sales.

Johnson Controls extends VP140 series valves

The compact VP140 Pressure Independent Control Valve provides accurate flow under varying load conditions, with a patented cartridge for robust performance.

Flexible positioning drives and actuators

The positioning drives of the ‘EncoTRive’ product family from TR-Electronic are designed for a wide variety of positioning tasks.

AxFlow acquires Irish Pumps & Valves Limited

AxFlow Ireland has announced its acquisition of Irish Pumps & Valves Limited, a major supplier of valves, actuators, pumps, and ancillary equipment to the wastewater, power generation and process industries.

CSA® series direct acting pressure reducing stabilizer

The CSA® direct-acting pressure-reducing stabilizer allows for the downstream pressure regulation regardless of upstream fluctuations and changes in demand.

Flomatic achieves ISO 9001:2015 & 14001:2015

Flomatic Valves, the valves manufacturer for the water and wastewater market, announced that its quality management systems have achieved re-certification for ISO 9001:2015 (Quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental).

Innovations and Solutions

In the dynamic landscape of the valve and actuation industry, the “Innovations and Solutions” category stands as a beacon of progress and ingenuity, reflecting the sector’s unyielding commitment to excellence and sustainability. This category encapsulates the fervent efforts to push the boundaries of what’s possible, heralding groundbreaking developments in technology, materials, and methodologies. As a testament to human ingenuity, it showcases the symbiotic relationship between innovation and solution formulation, spotlighting advances that drive efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility. In this vibrant space, stakeholders from various sectors converge to explore, adapt, and implement novel solutions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration. As we navigate through an era marked by rapid technological advancements, the “Innovations and Solutions” category promises to be the fulcrum that propels the valve and actuation industry into a future marked by sustainability, resilience, and unparalleled excellence.

The “Innovations and Solutions” category serves as the industry’s think-tank, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and fostering a community that is tuned towards embracing advancements for better performance and sustainability. As the industry strides forward, this category promises to be a hub of inspiration and insights, steering the valve and actuation sector towards a future marked by innovation, efficiency, and environmental stewardship.