Industrial Control Valves for Precise Process Control
Engineered control valve solutions for regulating pressure, flow and process conditions across demanding industrial applications.
Intelligent Flow & Process Regulation
Control valves are used in industrial process systems to regulate flow and help maintain desired operating conditions.
Depending on the process design, a control valve can work with an actuator and control system to adjust the valve position according to changing process requirements.
FMV Valve Automation provides control valve solutions for industrial applications where dependable regulation, accurate operation and application-focused selection are important.
Built Around Your Process Requirements
Control valve selection depends on the process, operating conditions, required flow control and the overall automation arrangement.
Flow Regulation
Designed for applications where process flow needs to be adjusted and controlled according to system requirements.
Pressure Control
Suitable for process systems where valve operation forms part of a pressure regulation strategy.
Process Regulation
Control valve systems can support process regulation when integrated with appropriate instrumentation and control logic.
Automated Operation
Control valves can be paired with suitable actuators and control systems for automated process operation.
Controlled Adjustment
Valve position can be adjusted to respond to changing process conditions and operating requirements.
Application Flexibility
Control valve selection can be tailored to the process media, operating conditions and installation.
From Process Signal to Controlled Flow
A control valve forms part of a larger process control loop. A controller receives information about the process condition and determines the required valve position.
The actuator then moves the valve according to the control signal, changing the available flow passage and helping regulate the process variable.
The actual control arrangement depends on the valve, actuator, instrumentation and process application.
Control Valves Across Industrial Sectors
Control valves are used in process industries where regulating flow and maintaining process conditions are important.
Oil & Gas
Process flow regulation and control applications.
Petrochemical
Industrial process and fluid control systems.
Power Generation
Process and utility flow regulation applications.
Chemical Plants
Controlled process flow and operating conditions.
Water Treatment
Flow management across water and utility systems.
Process Industries
Automated flow regulation and process control.
Refineries
Process fluid control and regulation applications.
Industrial Utilities
Utility flow control and automated process systems.
Choose the Right Control Valve for Your Process
Control Valve Frequently Asked Questions
What is a control valve?
A control valve is a valve used to regulate process conditions by adjusting the flow of a fluid or gas through a piping system.
What is the main purpose of a control valve?
Control valves are primarily used to regulate process variables such as flow, pressure or temperature as part of an industrial control system.
How does an automated control valve work?
An automated control valve typically receives a signal from a control system, which causes an actuator to position the valve according to the required process condition.
How do I select the right control valve?
Selection should consider the process variable, process media, pressure, temperature, flow requirements, actuator arrangement and installation conditions.
Where are control valves commonly used?
Control valves are widely used in process industries including oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical, power generation, water treatment and industrial utility systems.
Need the Right Control Valve?
Share your process requirements, media, pressure, temperature and flow conditions with FMV Valve Automation to discuss the appropriate control valve solution.