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.

Remosa announces North American JV

Remosa, a provider of slide and FCCU- expander valves and actuators for the refining industry, has announced a joint venture with United Valve, a valve service company located in Houston, Texas.

Asco valve receives class I approval

Asco has announced that its RedHat next generation line of solenoid valves is now available with Class I, Division 2 approval.

Hermetic stem-seal

Arca Regler GmbH has invented a hermetic stem-seal designed for control and shutoff valves.

Digital plant architecture completed

Emerson Process Management has completed the installation and start-up of Plantweb digital plant architecture with Foundation Fieldbus technology on a fourth production line at Alexandria Carbon Black.

IMC buys EC

International Motion Control (IMC) has purchased Evolutionary Concepts (EC), located in San Dimas, California, USA.

Atex approved 67 Series SS valves

The new Atex approved 67 Series of direct-acting solenoid valves from Midland-ACS has been developed for use in corrosive and hazardous environments in the petrochemical, process, chemical, oil, gas and food industries.

VIP initiative

Yokogawa Electric Corp. and its group companies have launched the Vigilant Integration Partners (VIP) initiative, an open, non-exclusive, standards-based, and interoperability-driven partnership that enables Yokogawa customers to integrate field devices supplied by VIP member companies with the Centum series production control system and the PRM asset management system.

ESE shut-off valve

A new type of shutoff valve from ESE has a completely unobstructed flow channel without seals or metal in contact with the fluid, and with little or no pressure drop though the valve.

EH electro-hydraulic valve actuators

Rotork’s new EH electro-hydraulic range of heavy-duty valve actuators (EH) has proved to be a success in water and waste treatment plants.

South Pars sea water valve contract

Shipham Valves has successfully supplied swing check and gate valves in nickel aluminium bronze materials for the sea water fire fighting ring main on the on-shore phases 6, 7 and 8 of the giant South Pars gas field development in Iran.

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.