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.

APD bags a gasification contract in China

Air Products (APD) has been awarded a long-term onsite contract to supply syngas to Jiutai New Material Co. Ltd for their multi-billion dollar mono-ethylene glycol project in Hohhot, China.

Smart LED switchbox for hazardous locations

Emerson has introduced a new TopWorx TV-LED Switchbox option featuring the industry’s first ultra-bright, easy-to-see light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for highly visible position indication.

Veolia upgrades the Vartry water treatment plant

Global resource management company, Veolia, is now working in partnership with Irish Water to develop and operate a new 75 million litres per day water treatment plant at Vartry, Co Wicklow.

Warner Linear helps design off-highway actuators

The term off-highway covers a wide range of machinery and equipment that operate in harsh working environments where dust, water and even chemicals can be prevalent.

The throttle valve applied in Tarim

A made-in-China 140MPa cage throttle valve was successfully applied in Well Keshan 134 Tarim. The throttle valves used at the wellhead of the Keshan gas field are mostly imported from abroad as the key technologies were subject to the control of others.

Adqvalve’s scoth yoke pneumatic actuator

Adqvalve’s scoth yoke pneumatic actuator is a piston type actuating mechanism, which is suitable for the switch cutting or metering control of the valve with a 90-degree angle.

Aker Solutions secures contract on Johan Sverdrup

Aker Solutions has, in collaboration with Kvaerner secured additional hook-up and commissioning work for Equinor's Johan Sverdrup field offshore Norway.

Unique Group expands offerings in Africa

Unique Group has extended its offering to include diving & industrial gas supply for the African offshore market from its base in Cape Town, South Africa.

Spira-trol valves available in 4 business days

Spirax Sarco US has introduced delivery within 4 business days for its Spira-trol™ modular control valves. Actual delivery times since the service’s launch are proving to be much shorter, with over 80% of valves shipping within 48-72 hours of ordering.

Albion adds WRAS double check valves to portfolio

Albion Valves Ltd has added a range of WRAS approved double check valves to their portfolio to ensure distributors are specifying superior, fit-for-purpose products that are fully compliant with increasingly stringent water industry regulations.

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.