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.

Chevron Aims for World’s Lowest-Emission LNG Plant

Chevron is seeking approval for its plans for a LNG export facility on the Pacific Coast of Canada to move toward an all-electric design that would result in the lowest greenhouse-gas emissions per tonne of any LNG facility in the world.Chevron and its partner Woodside Petroleum Ltd.

Energy-efficient Valve for Cryogenic Applications

The new Type 3598 Cryogenic Valve was specially developed to meet the requirements of cryogenic applications. The valve is available in sizes up to NPS 8 and pressure ratings up to Class 900 and is suitable for temperatures down to –196 °C.

Leslie Controls adds valve replacement offerings

Leslie Controls, a CIRCOR International brand, announces replacement Kylie-Mueller valves are now available through CIRCOR’s international channel partner network.

Shenghong awards contracts to DuPont

DuPont Clean Technologies (DuPont) has been awarded contracts to supply Shenghong Petrochemical Group Co., Limited (Shenghong) with a STRATCO® alkylation technology license, engineering, and proprietary equipment.

Yokogawa to establish OPA test bed for ExxonMobil

Yokogawa Electric Corporation announces that it has been selected by ExxonMobil to be the Open Process Automation (OPA) system integrator responsible for establishing the company’s OPA Test Bed.

NORD’s TORQUEPROTECT™ gear box torque monitoring system

NORD Gear Corporation, a drive technology solutions company, announces the availability of TORQUEPROTECT™, a gearbox torque monitoring system designed for wastewater treatment facilities, power generation plants and other industries that require extreme low-speed, high-torque drives.

Flowserve appoints Sanjay Chowbey as president

Flowserve Corporation, a provider of flow control products and services for the global infrastructure markets, announced that Sanjay Chowbey will join Flowserve as President, Aftermarket Services & Solutions.

Severn eliminates corrosion risk in firesafe valves

Severn Glocon Group is extending its range of triple offset butterfly valves with a new solution that avoids galvanic corrosion in saline applications, without compromising firesafe capability.

Weir Flow Control becomes Trillium Flow Technologies

Trillium Flow Technologies (Trillium), formerly Weir Flow Control (WFC), announced the completion of its sale from The Weir Group PLC (Weir) to First Reserve, a leading global private equity investment firm exclusively focused on energy.

SPX FLOW releases the new CU4plus control unit

SPX® FLOW has announced the release of the new CU4plus control unit for its next-generation APV® / Waukesha Cherry Burrell® D4 Series double seat mix-proof valve.

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.