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trend of failures and address these on a company level. The main goals were:
• to move from a reactive to a proactive response to failures,
• to identify failures before they occur,
• to improve performance.
The study identified major areas of improvement in areas such as governance( improving specifications and requirements), and enablers to identify new technologies for valve inspection and maintenance. Valves are now assigned different classifications and included in periodic maintenance programs, so they are inspected and maintained continuously to assure integrity and reliability.
Future trends in the oil & gas and valve industries
The valve industry is continuously evolving to meet new demands and energy trends within the oil & gas sector. Challenges related to industry regulations and standards are pushing valve manufacturers to innovate new designs and utilise advanced materials. For instance, the decarbonisation trend is prompting valve suppliers to adopt new types of seals and stem designs to reduce emissions. Additionally, stricter fugitive emissions regulations are leading to more rigorous testing of valves. Furthermore, the rise of hydrogen processing is necessitating valves with fewer joints and advanced materials to meet process requirements. Today, manufacturing methods are undergoing significant changes, requiring valve suppliers to adapt to advancements such as 3-D printing, robotics, and computerised machining. These technologies enable the creation of new shapes, designs, and improved welding and material treatments. Suppliers who fail to keep pace with these developments may fall behind and risk going out of business. Moreover, Mousa believes that the industry is currently experiencing an AI-driven industrial revolution, making valves smarter.“ Many valve suppliers are integrating intelligent features that allow for continuous and realtime monitoring of critical parameters such as cyclic loading, torque values, pressure changes, and temperature trends. Advanced analytics enable remote sensing, where data is transmitted to solution centres for thorough analysis and diagnosis. These analyses are accompanied by alert messages and embedded corrective measures, providing
Mousa:“ R & D cannot stop, and those who invest in this thrive and can more easily adapt to changing industry conditions.”
plant operators with the information needed to make informed decisions on valve maintenance and replacement.”“ In this context, predictive analysis and smarter valves are increasingly becoming the norm. The main challenge lies in how to effectively merge operational and manufacturing knowledge with these advanced and smart predictive solutions. However, with the proven utility of simulations in providing valuable insights, it is evident that this integration is already a feasible and practical reality in the valve industry.”
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Meet Mousa at Valve World Southeast Asia 2025!
Mousa and his colleague from the Beijing
2025 office will give a presentation at Valve World Southeast Asia 2025 in Singapore in September, titled“ Systematic Approach of Valve Casting Assessment.” This presentation will delve into various valve body casting defects, their corrections, and SOUTHEAST ASIA the methods and processes influenced by material selection, valve component size, type, and final shape. While casting defects like voids or inclusions are expected and often tolerable for certain applications, different industry methods assess their severity, with defect location being crucial. The paper will explore critical valve locations and services where defects are unacceptable, how they can escalate to severe consequences, and case studies of valve failures due to improper defect corrections, along with the corrective actions taken to mitigate these failures. For the upcoming Valve World Southeast Asia Expo & Conference, Mousa noted:“ Our approach is to follow industry developments, assess advanced materials and technologies, and integrate R & D into our daily mindset. When challenges arise, we seek industry solutions or develop our own. We deeply evaluate technologies and ideas, pilot them safely, and analyse their success. We consider our company a pioneer in leading the industry, so we’ re excited to showcase our innovations and meet peers, partners, and customers to share insights, learn, and explore collaboration. Together, we drive innovation and progress in the valve industry.”
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