Tyco's Descote globe valves, keeps Conoco refinery running during maintenance

To keep a number of processes in its Humber refinery running during maintenance of control valves, Conoco installed a number of manually operated Descote globe valves from Tyco Valves & Controls. The high integrity valves were installed as control valve bypasses on several processes, including boiler feed water and light hydrocarbons and were purpose-designed to match the Cv of the control valve. Descote valves are amongst very few manually operated valves on the market which are able to match the same control characteristics as control valves without any vibration, stem shear or wire draw. In the past, Conoco would either have had to install a further control valve as the bypass valve which would be very expensive, or shut-down the process during such periods with obvious financial implications.Conoco also preferred the Descote valve due to its low maintenance requirements and because its design minimises the possibility of leakage. The Humber refinery near Immingham on the east coast of England is one of the most technically advanced in Europe and produces a wide range of petroleum products including petrol, diesel and petroleum coke. Join the discussions at www.facebook.com/VALVESOLUTIONS .Network on the GO! download our mobile app at http://valvesolutions.mobapp.at

Spirax Sarco introduces a built in computer, in the VLM10 inline vortex mass flow meter.

Spirax Sarco announces the release of the VLM10 inline vortex flowmeter for mass, volumetric, and energy flow measurement on steam, liquid, and gas applications in sizes 1” to 12”.The VLM10 is precise and reliable with a steam or gas mass flow accuracy of ± 1.5% of range over a wide 20:1 flow range. The fully welded, no gasket design, insures safe measurement of steam and allows the sensors and RTD to be removed without having to shut down the line first. The built in web server allows customers to monitor flow and monitor meter health through the internet. Digital communications delivers information on demand using Modbus RTU, BACnet MS/TP and Modbus TCP/IP technology with standard analog and pulse outputs.The VLM10 is available in a wide range of connections and pressure ranges.What makes the VLM10 really unique is, it combines an inline vortex meter, a built in flow computer and an integral temperature sensor giving users an elegant all in one solution for their metering needs. VALVE SOLUTIONS got 2000 new members in April 2012 on our facebook page, Join the discussions at www.facebook.com/VALVESOLUTIONS.

Refinery automation project, finds solutions in Rotork CVA electric control valve actuator

Rotork’s latest electric control valve actuation technology has been selected for the automation of metering pumps in Group 2C hazardous areas in an automation project at an oil refinery in India. Sixteen CVA (model number CVL500) linear actuators with IECEx international explosionproof certification have been ordered to control metering pump valve positions by means of a 4-20 milliamp signal and provide remote status indication. The actuators are also equipped with hand drive mechanisms to enable manual operation of the valves. The innovative CVA is engineered to deliver high precision valve positioning and facilitate the tightest possible tolerances on the process variable in order to optimise process quality and output. On loss of mains power, built-in super capacitors enable the CVA to move the valve to a desired position, programmable as open, close, any intermediate position or stay-put.The CVA uses a variant of Rotork’s well established ‘non-intrusive’ wireless communication technology for actuator programming, commissioning and adjustment. Actuator set-up and configuration is performed using a Bluetooth enabled PDA or PC running Rotork Enlight software. Every CVA incorporates an onboard data logger, enabling operational data including valve torque profiles, dwell times, actuator events and statistics to be downloaded for investigation and diagnosis. After analysis, any required configuration changes can be uploaded into the actuator. VALVE SOLUTIONS got 2000 new members in April 2012 on our facebook page, Join the discussions at www.facebook.com/VALVESOLUTIONS.

VALVE SOLUTIONS wins "My success story" contest at LinkedIn B2B Connect 2012

VALVE SOLUTIONS, winners of the "My success story" contest at the LinkedIn B2Bconnect 2012. The biggest event in the B2B digital marketing space for the first time in India. This extravaganza witnessed a series of presentations and discussions consisting of eminent speakers, industry leaders and digital media professionals from across the world. This spectacular event was hosted by none other than the biggest brand in the B2B digital space "LinkedIn" India. The opening presentation by one of the eminent guru's of B2B digital marketing David Meerman Scott, @dmscott couldnt have been more inspiring. With a great sense of humour and panache he touched upon several interesting topics in the ever dynamic rules of digital marketing in the B2B segment. I had the opportunity to chat up with David over coffee, who was quick to share some valuable insights in the B2B digital marketing space. The biggest statement of the evening was the presentation made by none other than Jeff Weiner, CEO LinkedIn. His presence on indian soil had truly announced the future of B2B digital marketing in India. Follow our tweets @VALVESOLUTIONS

Metso's valve solutions improves safety in upstream offshore industry.

New stainless steel version of Metso’s intelligent safety valve controller Neles ValvGuard offers market leading pneumatics capacity, extensive safety valve testing capabilities and enhanced online condition monitoring features resulting in improved safety and availability at offshore platforms. To complement its Smart Product offering for offshore customers Metso has released stainless steel versions, VG9300 and SG9300, of its safety valve controller, Neles ValvGuard, and intelligent on-off valve controller, Neles SwitchGuard. New product launches are in line with Metso’s ambitious targets to develop and expand its valve offering and services globally for oil and gas industry.Metso now has a unique offering for control valves, critical and conventional on-off valves as well as ESD valves for upstream offshore industry.In addition to integrated limit switches and market leading pneumatics capacity, the stainless steel ValvGuard provides online diagnostics on the safety valve performance and extensive safety valve testing capabilities. With the stainless steel SwitchGuard, Metso is the first one to offer online condition monitoring features for on-off valves at offshore platforms. It also features unique possibility to customize valve opening and closing times and profiles. VALVE SOLUTIONS got 2000 new members on our facebook page in April 2012, Are you one of them? Join the discussions at www.facebook.com/VALVESOLUTIONS

Weir's X-Stream severe service control valve, leads with complete 3D flow control.

The X-Stream severe service control valve, is a result of an extensive research programme at Weir's Blakeborough facility. The need to solve cavitation, erosion and noise in high pressure severe process applications resulted in using a combination of proven computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and actual flow visualisation techniques. The objective of the X-Stream severe service control valve was to eliminate local areas of excessive turbulence, velocity and recirculating flow addressing the source of all noise, erosion and cavitation respectively. Through it’s unique flow path design, consisting of a multitude of staggered cylinders, the X-Stream is the first of its kind to solve all of the above and provide complete 3D-flow control. The X-Stream design is most suitable for all severe service liquid,steam and gas applications. Some of the additional features include trim design equated to upto 40 stages of pressure reduction. Custom design to address linear, equal percentage and flow charcteristics. The single unit cage guided trim design facilitates quick removal and installation. Follow our tweets @VALVESOLUTIONS. Join the discussions on our all new facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/VALVESOLUTIONS

CRANE's XOMOX XLB lined ball valves, resist corrosion at high temperature and pressure.

CRANE conceptualized the design behind the new XLB Lined Ball Valve in response to the growing industry demand for a safer and cost-effective solution. The XLB Lined Ball Valve addresses those concerns and features a metallic core, PFA lining and advanced sealing technology that come together to resist corrosion and withstand varying temperature and pressure ranges, all while providing a safe user experience. All wetted components of the XOMOX Lined Ball Valve XLB are fully lined with permeation resistant PFA material as a barrier to corrosion, but PVDF and Anti-static PFA lining options are also offered.The new design is available in 1/2 to 6 inch (15 -150 mm) sizes. The entire valve is sized to have little or no extension beyond the flange diameter, thus allowing the valve to be used in parallel piping systems easily without having to increase the dimensions of the system. Some of the key salient features include 1) An innovative stem sealing system that provides safety and long term fugitive emission control under extreme conditions. 2) Dynamic body joint design that allows the valve to retain pressure boundary during thermal cycles.3) Lower torque which translates into reduced actuation costs and space saving. Follow our tweets @VALVESOLUTIONS. Download the VALVE SOLUTIONS mobile app at http://valvesolutions.mobapp.at/