FBV INC . has successfully delivered large-diameter valve equipment for the North District Desalinated Water Supply project in Chile . This project , serving CODELCO , the prominent Chilean copper mining company , includes six 48-inch 300-pound ball valves , six 48-inch 900-pound ball valves , five 48-inch 900-pound gate valves , and three 48-inch 150-pound gate valves . For this project , FBV INC . collaborated with Tsinghua University to develop a custom design for the 48-inch gate valves . By applying advanced high-performance metal engineering , it addressed the unique challenges of wear resistance and corrosion in largediameter |
, high-pressure gate valves specifically tailored for the desalination environment . The project ’ s demanding conditions involve complex media and high-pressure environments critical to desalination processes . FBV INC .’ s valves , with their exceptional design and reliability , will ensure safe operation and extended durability , making them integral to the project ’ s success . FBV INC . is dedicated to providing high-quality , customised valve solutions for clients worldwide . This successful collaboration with CODELCO highlights FBV INC .’ s technical expertise and innovation in large-diameter , high-pressure valve applications . |
Oxford Flow has secured USD 25M in Series C funding , coled by BP Ventures and Energy Impact Partners ( EIP ), to drive the company ’ s mission to tackle fugitive emissions and advance energy transition technologies . Originally founded by Professor Thomas Povey in 2015 , Oxford Flow is a spin-out of the Oxford Thermofluids Institute ( OTI ), an internationally renowned facility for aerospace solutions for jets and rockets at the University of Oxford . The company ’ s technology has no mechanical drive train , stem , or diaphragm , mitigating failure modes and leak paths and helping to |
address some of the challenges faced by the energy sector , including improving valve reliability , reducing maintenance costs and minimising fugitive emissions . Fugitive emissions are emission leaks from operational equipment , such as valves and compressors , which can occur during the extraction , production , storage , transportation , or use of fuels . By reimagining the valve design , Oxford Flow has addressed this issue to create valves and regulators that significantly reduce wear and maintenance requirements and minimise fugitive emissions from valves . |
Crane Company ( CR ), a manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products for critical applications has announced that Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited the new Crane stateof-the-art |
facility at Saunders Valves – its specialist diaphragm valve manufacturer in Cwmbran , South Wales , UK . Operating in Cwmbran since 1939 , Saunders is a pioneer |
and leading innovator in diaphragm valve technology , serving the pharmaceutical , life sciences , chemical process , mining and water treatment industries . Saunders has also been a long-term supporter of cystic fibrosis initiatives , driven by the efforts of Global Engineering Manager Adam Walton . Mr . Walton has played a pivotal role in raising significant funds for cystic fibrosis research and strengthening ties with the Cystic Fibrosis Trust . His Majesty , the King , has been a Patron of Cystic Fibrosis Trust since 2014 . This shared commitment to such an important cause has led |
to a special visit to Saunders Valves by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal . Guided by Saunders ’ Operations Director Dafydd Lewis , HRH The Princess Royal toured the new 100,000 sq ft facility ’ s assembly lines at Grange Road in Cwmbran . The tour included research and development laboratories as well as the in-house rubber mill , which is integral to Saunders ’ unique ability to produce its renowned diaphragms onsite . These areas demonstrate the cutting-edge precision engineering , exceptional polymer expertise and commitment to sustainability that have positioned Saunders as a global leader . |