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.

Control Seal PED certified

Control Seal, an operation of Dresser Flow Control valve division, has recently acquired the certification for the supply of rising stem ball valves, double block & bleed dual expanding plug valves, gate, globe, check, ball, sampling and bottom drain valves under PED 97/23/EC.

Rotork wins Canadian oil contracts

Rotork is supplying several hundred electric and pneumatic valve actuators and control systems throughout an extensive oil production development in northern Alberta, Canada.

Hoke conforms to European PED

Circor International has announced that Hoke products now conform to the PED as required by Article 3 of the European Pressure Equipment Directive 97/23/PC and under the Sound Engineering Practices of the UK.

Largest ever ball valves for Asia Pacific

Rotork IQ range intelligent electric actuators have been selected to operate "the largest ball valves every supplied into Asia Pacific,” according to Mr Paul Moir of the Asean Council on Petroleum (ASCOPE) in Kuala Lumpur.

Power pulse tank system for dust collection

Asco has introduced a new power pulse tank system for the dust collector industry.

World’s longest umbilical

Work has begun at operator Statoil on qualifying technology for the record-long umbilical which will link its Snøhvit development in the Barents Sea with the land facilities in northern Norway.

Farris valve software

Farris Engineering (Brecksville, Ohio, USA) has introduced version 4.2 of its SizeMaster™ Mark IV Pressure Relief Valve Engineering Software.

Jordan adds family members

Jordan Valve’s control valve product line continues to grow. With the recent addition of integral flanges to the 1-1/2” and 2” (DN40 – DN50) Mark 78 valves, Jordan now has the ability to provide globe style valves with integral flanges from 1 1/2” up through 4” (DN40 – DN100).

FMC sells subsea solutions offshore Brazil

FMC Technologies has announced that its FMC Energy Systems business has been awarded contracts valued at USD 16 million to supply sub-sea production solutions for Petrobras and Halliburton KBR offshore Brazil.

Reduced valve operation time on Statoil platform

The time spent operating manual valves on Statoil’s new Huldra platform in the Norwegian Sea has been significantly reduced since the introduction of Smith Flow Control’s Easi-Drive portable valve actuator.

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.