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8 Cover Story Neway Valve : Sustainable valve solutions for a greener future
Neway Valve has consistently made strides in valve technology since its inception . From its early focus on general manual valves to its current position as a global leader in comprehensive industrial valve solutions , Neway has continually advanced what ’ s achievable in valve manufacturing .
12 Column Control valve Q & A
This column provides a detailed explanation of control valve positioners , focusing on the importance and functionality of gain and speed adjustment features , their impact on process control and guidelines for optimal settings in different applications .
14 Exclusive End User Interview Shell and Ventil collaborate on new fugitive emission testing
Shell ’ s Alfred Kruijer and Ventil ’ s Emiel Lechevallier introduce a new fugitive emission testing method using forming gas . This approach aims to improve safety , reduce environmental impact and lower costs for valve manufacturers and energy companies , potentially influencing industry standards .
19 Power Generation Enabling the energy transition with flow control solutions
As the power generation industry embraces the energy transition , Valmet is using its expertise with industrial gases to provide innovative flow control solutions . With knowledge of emerging technologies like green hydrogen and carbon capture ( CCUS ), Valmet ’ s Flow Control business line supports the shift towards sustainable power generation .
22 Valve Innovation Wafer monoblock valves advance industrial fluid control
Wafer type monoblock valves outperform traditional ball valves in industrial fluid control , offering superior space efficiency , cost-effectiveness , and performance in highpressure environments while promoting sustainability and operational reliability across various industries .
26 Market Report Strong foreign business ensures growth in industrial valves
Despite a decline in domestic business , manufacturers of industrial valves were able to record an overall increase in sales of 5 per cent in the first half of the year . A similar level of growth is also expected for the year as a whole .
28 H 2 Tank Valves Innovative solutions for hydrogen supply
H 2 tank valves by Poppe + Potthoff successfully complete required tests as part of the certification according to R134 .
30 Solar Energy Solutions Advancing molten salt valve technology in CSP systems
This article explores new valve designs that improve how molten salt is managed in solar power plants . It shows how these innovations are making solar energy more efficient and reliable .
35 LNG LNG for the ever-increasing energy hunger
Liquefied natural gas ( LNG ) has gained unprecedented importance in today ’ s energy landscape . As European countries seek to fill the supply gap left by reduced Russian gas deliveries , they are rapidly developing LNG infrastructure .
39 Cryogenic Equipment Essential equipment for efficient cryogenic operations
Explore the critical role of equipment selection in cryogenic operations , from vacuum-jacketed valves to ISO tanks . Learn how proper choices can overcome challenges in safety , efficiency and cost-effectiveness across industries such as aerospace , medical and industrial manufacturing .
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