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.

GEA introduces a new aseptic valve

GEA introduced its new aseptic and inverted RVIN control valve at drinktec 2017. This new valve type is particularly characterized by the inverted structure of the control cone and is specifically suitable for application processes in which commercial aseptic stroke valves would have to close with the product flow.

FAMAT to supply actuated check valves

FAMAT has been awarded to supply a full set of steam extraction check valves for Dunhuang Power Plant in China. The supply range includes valves up to 18” and #900.

ARAKO to supply valves to Hanhikivi NNP

ARAKO spol. s r.o. has qualified as a supplier of industrial valves to Hanhikivi NPP development project. The Supply Agreement for auxiliary equipment to Hanhikivi NPP was signed in December 2016, and was followed by a customer audit.

CB&I receivves CDAlky technology contracts

CB&I has been awarded contracts by four PetroChina refineries located in Dalian, Liaoning Province; Jilin City, Jilin Province; Jinzhou, Liaoning Province; and Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygar Autonomous Region for the license, engineering design and proprietary equipment supply for an alkylation unit at each site.

Kinetrol USA’s dampers for oil and gas industry

A damper, also known as a louvre, is a multi-element flow control device generally used to throttle large flows of air at low pressure.

Thermador Groupe acquires Sodeco Valves

Thermador Groupe has purchased 81.76% of the shares in the company Sodeco Valves based in Ternat. Sodeco Valves sells a wide range of valves and accessories to industry for fluid circulation and control.

Richter introduces PFA lined control ball-valve

Richter Chemie-Technik GmbH is introducing a new size control ball for its KNR and KNAR control ball valve series. Increasing production quantities increasingly require larger diameters of pipelines and thus also larger valves.

Emerson extends range of ASCO Sentronic valves

Emerson has extended its range of ASCO Sentronic LP (Low Power) 617 series proportional valves with the addition of 8 and 15mm port sizes (3/8 and ½ inch).

Curtiss-Wright gets USD 49M contract

Curtiss-Wright Corporation has been awarded a contract valued in excess of USD 49M to provide valves for the U.S. Navy’s Virginia-class submarines and Ford-class aircraft carriers.

Coperion’s RotorCheck 5.0 for rotary valves

Coperion will be presenting Version 5.0 of its proven RotorCheck contact monitoring system for rotary valves at Powtech 2017.

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.