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.

Actuators work with floating facility

Emerson Process Management’s Valve Automation division has announced that it is providing its Bettis® pneumatic and hydraulic scotch yoke actuators for use on the ultra-deep Independence Hub floating facility in the eastern Gulf of Mexico.

Electro-hydraulic valve actuators

BP Exploration has specified new electro-hydraulic actuators manufactured by Rotork for a critical valve upgrade on the BP Unity platform, a vital unmanned facility that receives the oil from five fields in the North Sea.

HART concentrator system

The new HCS HART Concentrator system from Moore Industries permits up to 16 smart HART-capable transmitters and valves to interface directly with Modbus-based monitoring and control systems.

New dispense valve

The new Sealant Equipment and Engineering model 2200-806 high volume heated tip-seal material dispense valve is designed to deliver low to high viscosity heated materials at a high flow rate.

Position sensors for steam turbines

Macro Sensors (USA), has been named a GE SQE- (Supplier Quality Engineering) approved vendor for LVRT (Linear Variable Reluctance Transformer) position sensors used on General Electric’s steam turbines.

Actuator prices drop

Firgelli Automations (USA) has broken the USD 100 price barrier with its new line of linear actuators.

Pumps and valves for power station

Starting in 2006, KSB Aktiengesellschaft, Frankenthal (Germany), will deliver pumps and valves intended for the 1,600MW Unit 3 of the Olkiluoto nuclear power station, situated some 240km to the NE of Helsinki, Finland.

ValveWatch® system

Crane Valve Services (USA) has reported that its new open-flow ValveWatch® ESD valve monitoring system has been used successfully in the North Sea to help oil and gas platform production.

Autronic actuator

German located NATO kerosene pipeline will be equipped with ATEX certified actuators from Autronic Reglersysteme (Germany ) this year.

50th anniversary of Bettis® actuator

Emerson Process Management (USA) has announced that it recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of its Bettis® brand of pneumatic, hydraulic, gas/hydraulic and electric valve actuators.

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.