High-Performance Valves & Regulators for Industrial Use
Relevant Solutions has a broad range of valves and regulators to suit a variety of industrial applications. Our products are engineered to provide effective control of the process flow and pressure, helping to achieve optimal performance.
Within our comprehensive valve and regulator offering, you can find control valves, on/off valves, specialty regulators and more.
Valves & Regulators Applications
From oil and gas to pharmaceuticals, valves and regulators offer a versatile and reliable flow control solution across different industries. Below are some of the most common valve and regulator applications.
Oil & Gas
Robust valves and regulators can be relied upon to withstand the high-pressure, tough conditions of oil and gas extraction and processing.
Chemical Processing
Control valves are an important part of ensuring the safe handling of chemicals as well as achieving accurate and repeatable fluid or gas flow in chemical processing.
Power Generation
Powerful and reliable valves and regulators that can endure the highest levels of pressure and temperature are required for the reliable operation of power plants.
Pharmaceuticals
Pharmaceutical processing demands the highest level of sanitary control and performance to avoid compromising the quality of the final product.
Water Treatment
Regulators allow accurate control of water pressure while valves offer isolation and control of water flow in water treatment applications.
How to Select Valves & Regulators for Your Process
The flow controlling component of a process is often dictated by the media that the line contains and what the connected equipment needs to do its job. A valve can simply start or stop the line or direct the flow if, for example, multiple outlets are available at a junction. A valve can also be used to throttle the flow of the process media to fine-tune an ongoing process. A regulator is needed to maintain the pressure within a specified range for the equipment downstream of the regulating point.
Deciding between a valve and a regulator or using both, and where they will be located depends on what each component is being used for.
Before quoting for a specific valve or regulator, the following details will be required: the fluid or gas, the normal and maximum pressure, temperature, expected flow, pipe size and connection requirements. It is also important to state if the service is continuous or intermittent and if the line contains solid matter or not. Furthermore, if a valve inspection is required, how frequently this will need to be done and what the general maintenance schedule looks like, should also be considered. This information will narrow the search for a suitable valve or pressure regulator and associated fittings.
When to Consider Valve Actuation, Testing & Engineered Support
Valves can be manually operated by a person or automatically actuated by an operator or process signal. A manual valve can be the best option if the valve is seldom opened or closed and is accessible to the people who need to operate it. If the valve is required to open or close in response to a signal, out of the reach of process operators, or as part of a repeating sequence in an automated process, then it might be preferable to select an automatic valve with an actuator. The decision to use an automatic valve or not will be based on the service, available power or instrument air supply, how frequently the valve will cycle, and how the valve has to open or close. The choice of an actuator to match the valve depends on the type of power available, the torque or thrust requirement, the frequency of cycling, the valve size, how the valve will be mounted, and the control requirements.
When looking at automated valve options, it is not enough to look at the valve on its own. The control system and actuator as well as the feedback and mounting accessories have to work together. If the system requirements are unclear, the available options for valve actuators and testing services can help inform the best step forward. In cases where a standard valve solution is not suitable for the application at hand, a review of the whole system or process might be required. Relevant Solutions can also advise on engineering valve and regulator solutions for more complex projects.
Tailored Solutions Offer
At Relevant Solutions, we take the time to understand our clients’ requirements and offer tailored valve and regulator solutions that are fit for purpose. Our experts are available to help you get the right valves and regulators for your industrial application.
Contact us and let’s optimize your process together.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a pressure regulator and a back pressure regulator?
What can cause a control valve to chatter or vibrate?
Can an existing manual valve be fitted with an actuator?
When should an industrial valve be inspected or serviced?
What information helps when requesting a valve or regulator quote?
It is helpful to provide the following information: fluid or gas, operating pressure and temperature, required flow rate, line size, connection type and material, and any actuation or control signal requirements. If the request is for a replacement, the model number should ideally also be provided.