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.

AVK is now ISO/TS 29001 certified

AVK has become the first manufacturer in the gas distribution sector to achieve the international standard ISO/TS 29001:2011 for its entire design-to-delivery gas valve manufacturing process.

Festo now offers compact SFAH flow sensor

Festo has released the new SFAH Flow Sensor to allow for easy monitoring of compressed air use. It provides an intuitive user interface with high output flexibility.

Yokogawa wins chemical injection valve orders

Yokogawa Electric Corporation has confirmed that its Norwegian subsidiary, Yokogawa TechInvent AS, has received orders to provide 59 high-performance FluidCom chemical injection metering valves for two offshore oil fields that are being developed by Equinor ASA.

SRI ENERGY completes valve endurance testing

SRI ENERGY Inc., has completed the l endurance testing of its SUPRAM®DX Subsea gate valve. SRI ENERGY’s subsea choke and kill valve was subjected to a test regimen designed by Diamond Offshore for use on their deepwater drillships currently working in the Gulf of Mexico.

FOYO ships two 6″-Class 600 ball valves

Foyo has successfully designed, developed, and delivered valves for high abrasive applications in the past. Recently, the company has delivered two 6"-CL600 full lined ceramic ball valves as per customer's request.

EIM Aquanaught actuator for wastewater treatment

Emerson has launched its EIM™ Aquanaught, a waterproof submersible electric actuator, designed to meet critical isolation demands on wastewater treatment plants during high water conditions.

Severn makes a strong progress

Valve companies with interests in the oil and gas sector have had a rocky ride since the 2014 oil price crash. But with stability returning and operators feeling cautiously optimistic, Severn Glocon Group is making strong progress.

RAYS introduces a new ball valve

Rising Stem Ball Valve (RSBV) is a new type of ball valve, which is mainly used to cut off, distribute, and change the flow direction of a medium in the pipeline.

DeZURIK offers custom HPU

DeZURIK's Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU) is designed and manufactured to meet custom field application requirements. The HPU skid design includes all necessary components and a control panel to drive single or multiple hydraulic cylinder valve actuators.

GEMÜ adapters for electrical position indicators

The quarter turn adapters from GEMÜ now enable the operation of electrical position indicators for linear actuators in combination with pneumatic actuators for quarter turn valves.

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.