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.

Fast delivery for subsea valve gear operators

Rotork Gears has successfully completed a fast-track contract to design and supply 22 specialised subsea valve gear operators for the Shell Exploration Penguins (Phase 1) project in the North Sea.

Valves for floating LPG vessel

FCX Truflo Rona, part of the global flow control group FCX International, is set to play a major role in the construction of the world's first LPG-FPSO vessel.

Long life for pneumatic pinch valves

Acro Associates' pneumatic pinch valves offer high pinch forces and with their multi-million-cycle life are ideal for filling, dispensing, transfer, and vacuum operations.

Safety valve produces savings

The Crosby BlockBodyTM Safety Relief Valve has been specifically designed to meet high-pressure safety relief requirements using only one valve, rather than a series of valves, in applications involving very high set and back pressures, outside the range covered by industry standards such as API-RP-526.

Large-bore pipeline valves

Oliver Twinsafe Valves' new range of Double Block and Bleed (DBB) large-bore pipeline valves offer a range of valves from 1" ANSI class 150 to 12" class 2500 with various face-to-face dimensions.

Solving dispensing problems

Digitrol of Swansea has specified shut off valves and manifolds from Burkert Fluid Control Systems for a new range of cleaning chemical dispensing machines it is re-engineering for one of its customers.

Control valve market

The world-wide control valve market, which totalled almost USD 3 billion in 2002, will reach almost USD 3.5 billion by the end of 2007, expanding at a cumulative annual growth rate of just over 3%, according to a new study.

Dixon Valve & Coupling

A complete range of pneumatic and electrically actuated direct-mounted brass and stainless steel ball valves is now available from Dixon Valve & Coupling Company, in models ranging from ½” to 3” in size.

Valve actuators take on offshore duties

Rotork is supplying heavy-duty electric and pneumatic actuators and two-wire control systems for onshore and offshore petroleum projects in Mexico.

Software upgrade

F.I.R.S.T. GmbH (Germany) has enriched its CONVAL® Release 6.0 software with new features, functions and calculation modules.

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.