Dec 14, 2021
Service is a key benefit of the product itself
Neles butterfly valves are a trusted part of many industrial processes the world over. There are currently more than a quarter of a million butterfly valves installed around the globe. And this number only includes the valves in our installed base database. In addition to the products themselves our service expertise is often a key reason behind many clients selecting our butterfly valves.
Service availability
With more than 40 service centers worldwide, we pride ourselves in being close to the customer. This typically means faster response times and better service and spare parts availability regardless of geographical location. Our service staff are experienced and dedicated to delivering premium performance valves back to our customers.
Each year we service and maintain thousands of butterfly valves, mostly as a part of scheduled service shutdowns. A key part of our service offering is providing preventive service recommendations based on collected data and analytics. Our objective is to ensure that service intervals are optimised to make sure there is minimal risk of premature valve failure and expensive unscheduled process shutdowns.
Service intelligence
A long history in delivering butterfly valves also means a wealth of collected historical performance data. We have detailed application-based service recommendations with their roots firmly in statistical analysis carried out on actual customer data. Our data collection and analytics capabilities are greatly improved by our intelligent valve positioners and proprietary Expertune PlantTriage analytics and tuning software.
The serviceability of our butterfly valves in particular sets us apart from many other butterfly valves such as lamella seated ones. For example, with no need for spot welding, repairs and parts exchanges are often easier, faster and more cost-efficient to carry out. Also, in many cases our valves can be refurbished and resurrected for extended service where other butterfly valves on the market would have to be decommissioned and replaced completely.
Service made simple
When it comes to our next generation versatile Neldisc™ and Wafer-Sphere™ butterfly valves, there are even more benefits related to services. The reduced torque need allows for the use of smaller valve-actuator packages, making them easier and safer to handle and maintain. Also, the possibility to use smaller actuators means that there can be less actuator variations stocked on-site as spares.
The simple and modular construction of these valves is one of the key benefits. A significant reduction in spare parts inventory can be achieved as all body types share the same spare parts.
The simple and modular construction of these valves is one of the key benefits. A significant reduction in spare parts inventory can be achieved as all body types share the same spare parts. This in essence means that you only have to stock one type of spare parts set, rather than sets for each and every valve series. This harmonized spare parts approach reduces capital tied to spare parts inventory and possibly even the space required for on-site parts storage.
Promise of support
Our customers turn to us for quality and reliability in flow control applications. It is the unique combination of industry-leading products and experienced expert services that allows us to deliver on our promise of long-lasting reliability and accurate performance. Our services comprise of dedicated problem-solvers and a wealth of insight that lets us anticipate and proactively address our customers’ service and maintenance needs.
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Next generation versatile butterfly valves
The new generation of Neldisc™ metal-seated and Wafer-Sphere™ soft-seated butterfly valves is built to deliver sustainable performance today and tomorrow. Our versatile product range includes both metal-seated butterfly valves and soft-seated butterfly valves.
Versatility and sustainability through modularity
What does future-proof technology mean? And how to achieve versatility and sustainability through modularity? Learn more from the article by Taija Hämäläinen, Director, Butterfly Valves Product Line at Valmet.
Valmet butterfly valves deliver versatility and performance for severe service applications
Their compact and lightweight design, availability in larger sizes and easy usability make our butterfly valves an attractive option for many industrial processes. Their versatility makes them suitable for a wide range of temperatures, pressures, industries, and applications. They can be used in either control, on-off or emergency shutdown service.
Sustainability through long-lasting efficient performance
The sustainable performance of a butterfly valve is dependent on a number of important factors. In essence, a valve that can maintain safe and efficient performance over its extended lifecycle is inherently sustainable. This means minimizing both internal and external leakages as well as the risk of failure in demanding service.
Testing and simulations guarantee reliable process efficiency for valves
Want to know how superior product design is achieved? High quality and robust design reflect on the reliability and performance of valves. We interviewed Tommi Bergström, Manager, Engineering Analysis, about the design process behind the new modular butterfly valve platform.
One butterfly valve, many uses
Did you know we have nearly a century of combined experience with Neldisc™ metal-seated and Wafer-Sphere™ soft-seated butterfly valves? Today we talked with Petri Ilonen, Product Manager for butterfly valves, about the new modular butterfly valve platform that we have recently introduced. Watch the video interview below to learn more.
A new generation packed with performance
As always, the latest generation of Neles Neldisc™ metal-seated and Jamesbury Wafer-Sphere™ soft-seated butterfly valves is built to perform. The modular valve platform leans on field-proven technologies and decades of experience and expertise to meet the challenges of modern industrial processes.
Safer butterfly valves are made in safe environments
We believe that safe products can only be made in safe working environments. Just as we design our valves to be safe for you to install, service and operate, we pay careful attention to the safety of our own production processes.
Still setting the standard for soft-seated butterfly valves
While the demands for industrial soft-seated butterfly valves continue to evolve, new features and innovations are needed. At the same time, the fundamental design of the Jamesbury™ Wafer-Sphere™ butterfly valve continues to prove itself in action in many of the most demanding applications. The patented and often imitated double-offset design originated by Valmet's flow control business continues to be the industry benchmark for performance excellence.
The butterfly valve for any given situation
As the needs and requirements of modern process industries continue to change and become ever stricter, the role of safe and efficient valve solutions keep growing. The sustainable butterfly valve platform, which includes the metal-seated Neles Neldisc™ and soft-seated Jamesbury Wafer-Sphere™ valves, have been designed and developed over time to address today’s needs and challenges.