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.

Crane appoints Pegler & Louden

Crane Process Flow Technologies has announced that Pegler & Louden has been appointed as the company’s preferred distributor of Saunders® industrial products in Northern Ireland.

Ethernet-enabled PLC

Festo believes its new Ethernet-equipped PLC is the first truly integrated solution for pneumatic valve terminals.

Positioners for process control

Asco Joucomatic has produced a new range of modular positioner units for the E290 and E390 ranges of process valves, used in the process, food, pharmaceutical, automotive, water treatment and medical industries.

Partial valve stroke testing

Moore Industries' HIM HART Loop Monitor can confirm that the Fisher Fieldvue DVC6000 Series Digital Valve Controller is performing a partial valve stroke test to validate proper Emergency Shutdown (ESD) valve operation and, if the test has failed, to alert the user that the ESD valve is stuck.

Fugitive emission approval for control valves

Metso Automation is the first valve manufacturer to have obtained fugitive emission type approval for its control valves in accordance with Shell’s MESC SPE 77/312 specification, revision 26-11-2002.

Actuator accessories

Ultraflo has a new range of accessories for its complete line of pneumatic actuators.

Safety interlocks for the Buzzard

Smith Flow Control has been awarded the contract to supply safety interlocks for the Buzzard field development in the North Sea operated by EnCana (UK) Limited.

Valves switch high flows

Where three-way switching is required, a series of four port, three way directional valves are capable of switching high flows of up to 85 litre/min.

Valves for Scottish oil terminal

UFB (Process Control Solutions) has completed the supply of 150 bellows seal gate valves for installation in the steam system at the Sullom Voe Oil Terminal on Shetland.

Scarf joints for better sealing

The new Packing Ring Cutter from James Walker aims to remove the guesswork from producing neatly scarf-cut lengths of compression packing to form rings of precisely the correct size for sealing gland housings of pumps and valves.

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.