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.

Axetrics MFCs with shut-off valve

For vacuum applications, e.g. in various thin film coating processes, an additional positive shut-off is required in order to maintain vacuum process stability and avoid target poisoning.

Customised Rotork actuators for critical offshore work

Rotork Fluid Systems customised linear hydraulic spring-return valve actuators meet the critical safety-related specifications for an offshore gas field in the Middle East.

Emerson’s new version of AMS device manager

Emerson introduces new alert optimisation capabilities and mobile device health dashboards in the latest version of AMS Device Manager.

Valve island compatible with SIMATIC ET 200SP

Pneumatic automation of processes, especially in hygienic applications, has led to a number of benefits in terms of productivity, safety and cleanliness.

Metso gets major oil, gas valve orders

Metso has received four major valve orders for the oil and gas industry from Chinese petrochemical customers. All orders are for greenfield investments and have been booked in Metso's orders received starting from the first quarter of 2017, with subsequent quarterly bookings in 2017 and continuing to 2018.

First phase of DNV GL led JIP completed

The Joint Industry Project (JIP), focusing on the development of a new design and certification standard for equipment for pipeline and cable offshore operations, is completed.

Total Lockout extends portable valve actuators

Total Lockout (Safety) Ltd have increased their range of portable valve actuators to include a pedestal mounted drive tool for operating valves located below ground.

ASCO 330 volume booster for on/off applications

Emerson has introduced the ASCO 330 Series volume booster to enable faster process valve opening and closing speeds.

New Weir control valves optimize performance

Weir Valves & Controls UK has enhanced the Blakeborough® cage guided control valve range with the release of the BV590i (Globe) and BV591i (Angle) series.

New refinery to use Rotork IQ3 actuators

Now under construction, Iraq's State Company of Oil Projects' (SCOP) Karbala Refinery will use state-of-the-art refining processes and automated control to maximise production of liquefied gas, petrol, gas oil, fuel oil, jet fuel and asphalt.

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.