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Valmet ’ s proven flow control solutions deliver reliability for the energy transition
Valmet , the global developer and supplier of process technologies , automation and services , has long enjoyed strong patronage from the pulp , paper and energy industries , amongst others . And , thanks to proven expertise with industrial gases such as hydrogen , oxygen and chlorine , Valmet ’ s Flow Control business line is a ‘ go-to ’ valve source for the renewable energy sector . Ville Kähkönen and Andreas Pischke kindly discussed the valve needs of this emerging industry .
By David Sear
Hydrogen – the smallest of molecules – looks set to play a major role in the energy transition . As an energy carrier , hydrogen is ideal for the storage and transport of renewable energy . As a fuel , hydrogen can be used directly for heating or readily converted back into electricity . No wonder the German , Swedish and Finish governments have plans for a nationwide hydrogen pipeline network to power their industries .
But whilst hydrogen is now emerging into the public arena , it has of course been used by process industries for decades . For example , in sectors like refining and chemicals , where renowned valve brands in Valmet ’ s Flow Control business line ( see box ) have been tried and trusted for generations , indicates Ville Kähkönen ( Director , Renewable Energy and Gases ). “ I see the new
8 Hydrogen Tech World | Issue 15 | April 2024