The Valve World Conference & Expo (www.valveworldexpo.com) is being held December 3–5 in Düsseldorf, Germany. One of the world’s largest events for industrial valve technologies, this year’s Valve World boasts nearly 400 exhibitors covering the full spectrum of the industry. In addition to the exhibition hall and a robust technical conference program, the event is also hosting the ecoMetals initiative, which will highlight sustainable developments from the valve industry, including new technologies for producing “green” steel and other metals. The following is a small selection of the equipment and technologies that will be showcased at Valve World’s exhibition hall.
Modularity eases installation and design of valve systems
In the MODU ONE modular valve system (photo), different types of valves share the same dimensions and connections and spare parts have multiple functions, forming a modular approach that aims to ease installation, maintenance and the creation of 3D-drawings. Furthermore, the system is backward-compatible with existing products and spare parts (such as seat rings and gaskets). Additionally, MODU Safe Mounting (MSM) functionality focuses on error-free installation and robust process-safety management. Hall 1, Stand E59 — MODU Valves A/S, Vejle, Denmark
This flexible mounting kit improves actuator flexibility
The new LinKit-Maxx mounting kit (photo) enables users to utilize both sides of a linear actuator for component mounting. It provides the opportunity to combine positioners with limit-switch boxes and solenoid valves, or mount two limit switch boxes for redundant feedback to enhance the safety integrity level (SIL). The modular design of LinKit-Maxx facilitates the mounting of various components, such as limit-switch boxes, dual sensors and positioners, as well as inline solenoid valves. The LinKit can be used for cast-iron yokes and rod-type yokes. The manufacturer provides different lever lengths for various strokes, and thanks to the modular design, users can easily select and order the necessary mounting accessories. All parts are made of high-quality AISI304 stainless steel with thickness deliberately chosen for robust construction, making the LinKit very durable and corrosion resistant. Hall 1, Stand B32 — Eurotec Antriebszubehör GmbH, Langenargen, Germany
Smart actuators designed for harsh process environments
Tigron actuators (photo) are specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of oil and gas applications, from production, storage and transport to downstream processing. Tigron actuators are ATEX- and IECEx-certified for the highest gas group IIC T4, which includes hydrogen. A wide temperature range of –65 to 75°C, IP68 protection and an extremely resistant powder coating ensure that Tigron devices operate safely and reliably in harsh environments. The smart actuators are available in different sizes and combinations to suit all valve automation tasks in the medium to high torque and thrust ranges. Hall 3, Stand E74 — AUMA Riester GmbH & Co. KG, Müllheim, Germany
Improve safety and efficiency with these sampling systems
This company’s lined reactor sampling systems (photo) offers efficient sampling without interrupting the ongoing process. These systems enable the closed and representative sampling of substances from reactors and vessels by using either vacuum or positive pressure. Lining the fittings with PTFE or PFA protects the system and the environment from corrosive chemicals and aggressive process media. This extends the service life of the system and minimizes maintenance costs. Sampling takes place without dead space, which reduces the risk of contamination and maintains the quality of the samples taken. As there are no reactions with the system’s environment, the reproducibility and accuracy of the samples, which are crucial for process monitoring and quality control, are guaranteed. Manual and automated systems meet the highest occupational safety standards. The modular design allows the integration of additional fittings. Hall 1, Stand E57 — Swissfluid AG, Lenzburg, Switzerland
Digital positioners offer automation versatility
This company’s digital positioners (photo) are compatible with all types of valves and offer several key differentiators, including low steady-state compressed-air consumption that saves money and reduces the carbon footprint. They can be set up with a single key function, which saves time in commission and startup. Other features include advanced auto-adjust functionality, which eliminates setup errors, and adaptive control functionality for real-time optimization that ensures high position accuracy. The product offering of positioners includes the EDP and TZIDC brands. TZIDC positioners are newly equipped with contactless position sensing. Hall 1, Stand A13 — ABB Instrumentation AG, Minden, Germany
This ethernet-enabled actuator accelerates data analysis
This company is introducing an integrated ethernet actuator (photo), which is compatible with ethernet/IP Modbus TCP and Profinet protocols. With the introduction of this integrated Ethernet solution, a data gateway is no longer required, enabling a direct, streamlined connection to the company’s intelligent IQ3 Pro actuator. This reduces complexity and increases the volume and speed of data extraction, with transfer rates up to 100 Mbps. The solution is also housed within a robust weatherproof or explosion-proof enclosure and supports RJ45 and M12 connection standards. This Ethernet solution accelerates data transfer and enhances the capability for in-depth data analysis. By leveraging the Intelligent Asset Management (iAM) cloud-based system, operators can unlock powerful insights from their operational data. This enables predictive maintenance, optimized performance and informed decision-making, driving productivity and reducing downtime. Hall 1, Stand C33 — Rotork PLC, Bath, U.K.
New packing product provides robust sealing compliance
The Supagraf 100FXI CS packing combination set (photo) has been developed specifically to exceed the requirements of all current fugitive-emissions standards. Qualified for the requirements of the API 622, 3rd ed. standard, including Annex-C (HT) 2022, through testing carried out by Yarmouth Research and Technology in the U.S., Supagraf 100FXI CS achieved maximum fugitive emissions levels of 10–12 ppm over 1,510 cycles with no loss of torque and no adjustment required at any point in the test. The packing set is also certified Fire Safe to the standards set forth in API 607, 8th ed., with zero leakage during and after fire, and has been qualified to meet API 624, 2nd ed. standards, including Annex D (HT), API 641, 2nd ed., including Annex C (HT), and the ISO 15848 standard up to 400°C. The new product joins the Supagraf product range, which is designed for valve-stem sealing and emissions reduction when handling oxygen, hydrogen, molten salt and hydrocarbon media. Hall 1, Stand D17 — James Walker Ltd., Surrey, U.K.
Smart positioners with automated diagnostics and calibrations
Along with partner Power-Genex Ltd. in South Korea, this company is launching new ranges of intelligent positioners for linear and rotary valves, Series ASD5000 and 7000 (photo). The new products include many advanced features, such as enhanced auto-diagnostics with HART protocol, auto-calibration, non-contact position sensors and a large multilingual display with real-time information and graphs of control variables. Hall 1, Stand E78 — Conflow S.p.A., Agrate Brianza, Italy