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BALVINOX

Belgium

With over 25 years experience serving both specialists and industry, Balvinox is today positioned as a leading partner. Balvinox is your specialised vendor in Belgium for all your polished stainless steel piping equipment and/or with ≤ 0.5 µm roughness. Specialised in the supply of stainless steel valves and fittings for the food and pharmaceutical industries, we are present as an ally to specialists, installers and industrial pipe fitters. We provide high quality equipment which satisfies food and pharmaceutical quality requirements. Balvinox is your guarantee a full programme of valves and other piping accessories according to standards in force. These include CLAMP joints which satisfy the same requirements. Plus, ultra-pure stainless steel tubes and fittings for high-tech.

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TECNIDRO

Italy

Tecnidro srl is a company that, since 1987, has been developing and trading a wide range of automatic hydraulic valves for the industrial and water works sector. It offers a complete range of irrigation valves and accessories the includes: hydraulic valves, meters, tangential meters, water meters, prepaid system water meters. It also produces Saddle Water Meters, Woltmann meters. Tecnidro srl also produces high-performance automatic valves for the fire prevention sector.

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Im-cm Hydraulically Operated Manual Valve

Hm-qp Flow Control Valve

Hm-gal Modulating Type Float Control Valve Max/min Level

Im-sr Quick Relief Valve To Avoid Water Hammer

Uwm-bt Ultrasonic Water Meter

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INVENTIVE PRODUCTION CENTER (IPC), LLC

Russia

Inventive Production Center LLC (IPC) is a manufacturer of stainless steel and ferrous pipes, industrial fittings for construction of gas and oil pipelines. The main activities of IPC are: —development and introduction of technologies and equipment for production of pipes and tubing made of steel with inner and outer anti-corrosion coating; —construction of pipelines (field flowlines, industrial pipelines, high-pressure water pipelines) with permanent forged fittings for pipes; —production of non-ferrous pipe fittings and valves; —production of polyethylene-lined steel pipes and internally coated fittings; —production and supply of high-pressure electrical insulating inserts for protection against stray currents and electrochemical corrosion. The company has been operating since 1989, when its first patent was obtained and the first pipeline for an oil and gas facility was built. IPC, founded by the honoured inventor of the Russian Federation, has developed and utilises a fundamentally new technology for weld-free connection of pipes for pressures up to 25MPa. Over 2, 500 km of pipelines have been constructed using IPC's technology and equipment. The company offers: —metal pipes and pipelines, ready for installation; —adapting the product to the customer's project; —application of anti-corrosion coating; —installation of voltage swing monitoring equipment; —consulting and technical support; —inspection for compliance with local standards.

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ENGIC (PTE.) LTD.

Singapore

Established in 2009 in Singapore, Engic (Pte.) Ltd. is one of the leading Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management (EPCM) services provider in Singapore and region. A Statutory Members of SBF (Singapore Business Federation) and SAC ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and BizSafe Star certified services company to Oil and Gas, Power and Alternative Energy, Marine and Shipbuilding, Water Supply and Sewage, Aerospace and Aviation, Industrial Process, Civil Infrastructure, General Construction and ‘Etc.’ Industries. The company operations are divided into 3 segments: Trading, Services and Manufacturing. Trading Division: Valves and Actuators, Flanges and Pipe Fittings, Energy and Standard Tubulars, Structural and Electric Conduits and Oilfield and Drilling Equipment’s. Services Division: Project Management, Engineering and Design, Procurement, and Maintenance (Asset Management - Maintenance, Modifications and Operations (MMO)) activities. Manufacturing Division: Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel and Non-ferrous Metal Flanges and Pipe Fittings in all sizes and configurations in accordance to all standards.

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Industrial Valves

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SHENZHEN PROMOSTAR HARDWARE CO.,LTD

Germany

ShenZhen PromoStar Hardware Co., Ltd is a company who specialize in Metal CNC machining parts, CNC turning parts, CNC milling parts, stamping parts, sheet metal parts, welding products for all kinds of industry. The materials we used to worked were stainless steel, aluminium, titanium, brass, copper, carbon steel, POM, PEEK and so on. The headquater of Promostar located at ShenZhen, China with a 2000² meter workplant.Since 2016, Promostar has an office in Meerbusch, Germany. Since 2021 lunched a 3000² meter workplant in Jiangxi China. We can meet all industry demands, such as : Austronautic, Optik, Sensor, Electronic, Automotive, LED lighting, furniture, machinery & equipments, medicial equipments, plastic & moulds lines and so on. We can reach the tolerance within +/-0.002mm. The material we are using can be reached the standard cetifications from ROHS, REACH. Promostar invested a lot on the machines and worker technologies and we have a strong human resources department. All our team have more than 8 years relationship. We work on team. PromoStar is getting a good credit around the world. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information !

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Stainless steel parts for valves.

Automatic stainless steel dowels

Stainless steel machining for valve seat.

Aluminum cap Turning.

Stainless steel CNC Turning Valve seat

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HPS SOLUTIONS GMBH

Germany

HPS Solutions is a ISO 9001: 2015-certified, established specialist wholesaler and service provider in the field of fluid and gas technology. Our focus is on the sale of precision components such as pipe fittings and fittings made from stainless steel or high quality special alloys such as Hastelloy, Super-Duplex, Inconel, titanium and many more. As a specialist for individual components and assemblies – with more than 30 years of practical experience – we are a reliable partner in a variety of industries. Our philosophy of a manufacturer-independent product range guarantees you the best availability at prices in line with the market. From our Munich-based headquarters, we provide our renowned customers from industry, research and development worldwide with approx. 35, 000 quality products held in stock, as well as complete instrumentation solutions. Request your sample today!

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P.V.A. PLASTIK-VENTIL-ARMATUREN GMBH

Germany

We were established in 1966 in Willich, Germany, as a spin-off of Carl Aug. Rothstein AG ‒ a company with over 90 years of experience fitting valves to the very first WC cisterns. Since then, we've supplied millions of brass float valves and other plastic components to the plumbing, air conditioning, agricultural, foodstuffs and chemical industries for construction and industrial engineering purposes. In addition to the patented type 480 small float valve for flat gutters, we developed the first automatic poultry drinking trough, patented it many years ago and have been selling it worldwide ever since. Continuous improvement in line with the requirements of customers and expanding markets of mechanical float valves, as well as the addition of trade products in the area of water supply systems in the agricultural sector (marketed under the brand name JFC in Germany), has entailed an extension to two locations for our family-managed company – Tönisvorst and Kempen on the Lower Rhine in the district of Viersen, based at the meeting point of Krefeld/Düsseldorf/Mönchengladbach. The proximity to the Dutch border is the reason for numerous business contacts in Benelux countries. We supply industry and wholesale throughout Europe quickly and in a service-oriented manner. Regulating the fill level of water or other media in all kinds of containers is our passion, and the basis of over 55 years of success.

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BORSIG GMBH

Germany

The BORSIG Group's head office is BORSIG GmbH, based in Berlin. Strategic management focuses on three areas: Group development, product and market strategies, production structures, target formulation and pursuit, financial management and controlling, personnel management. BORSIG is synonymous with quality, reliability and innovation from Germany. Our highly qualified engineers and technicians face the challenge of developing only the best systems and machines, manufacturing them and assembling them at their destination. This means that our products are efficient and reliable even under the most difficult conditions and are an investment in the future. Each of our production sites in Berlin, Gladbeck and Meerane has its own outstanding qualities. What they all have in common is that they are equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, innovative manufacturing processes and quality testing and control that is independent of production and product lines.

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Compressor parts

BORSIG Shut-off ball valve

BORSIG Control ball valve

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MÜLLER CO-AX GMBH

Germany

Welcome to the inventor of coaxial valve technology. Turn our benefits to your advantage and enjoy our keen sense of customer-orientation. It is our mission to develop tailor-made solutions in collaboration with our customers. Thanks to expertise, experience and competent advice, Müller co-ax has proved itself in numerous markets worldwide since 1960: Mechanical and plant engineering, marine engineering, the chemical sector, energy, oil & gas, the building industry & transport, aerospace and much more. The unique construction of our coaxial valve combined with the selection of different materials and options offers a genuine competitive advantage. To provide the best possible supplement to the fields of application of our coaxial valves, other types of valve are included in the product portfolio. Our product range includes a wide range of valve solutions adapted to meet our customers’ needs.

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Co-ax Special Valves

Co-ax Flow Control Valves

Co-ax Pressure Control Valves

Co-ax Modules And Manifolds Valves

Co-ax Ecd-h | Pcd-h High Pressure Lateral Valves

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KENDRION KUHNKE AUTOMATION GMBH

Germany

Kendrion Kuhnke Automation is your specialist for magnet, fluid and control technology and offers safe, precise and innovative components and assemblies for a wide range of applications. Kendrion Kuhnke Automation is part of the industrial division of Kendrion N.V. und trades under the Industrial Actuators and Controls (IAC) business unit. When it comes to developing and manufacturing electromagnets and actuators, IAC benefits from over 100 years of experience and offers a wide range of products. In addition, IAC is a fluid technology manufacturer specialising in the development of custom valves, valve blocks and pressure regulators. In the field of control technology, IAC uses the internationally recognised industry standards in order to enable integration into a wide variety of infrastructures, as well as inductive heating systems that enable emission-free heating in industrial processes. Our products are primarily used in medical equipment, such as dialysis machines, anaesthesia machines, respirators, dental units, treatment equipment and therapy equipment. They are also used in automation and robotics, such as for FTS, material handling systems and cobots. Furthermore, they are used for mechanical engineering in the food and drink industry, in printing and paper processing and in the textile industry. Further applications include fire protection and access controls in building technology and emergency oxygen supply and in-cabin applications in aviation. Find out more about Kendrion at www.kendrion.com

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Solenoid Valve Type 64

Solenoid Valve Type 63.0

Solenoid Valve Type 63.1

Solenoid Valve Type 63.1

Solenoid Valve Type 64

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XIAN HUAN-TAI TECHNOLOGY & DEVELOPMENT CO., LTD.

China

Huan-Tai is rooted in China since 1996, as one of early runners, we bring value to the table through our capability in engineering, quality control and schedule management to meet the high expectations of customers in stability, consistency and predictability. As an industry leader of Custom Castings, we are ISO9001 certified with a complete inspection like spectrometer, CMM, NDT (UT, RT, MPT, LPT), tensile test, impact test etc. Our most experienced fields are in castings for application in agricultural mining, coal mining, construction, aluminum smelting, vehicle, railway and automotive industry. Huan-Tai specialize in investment castings, sand castings, die castings, gravity castings in material of carbon steel, alloy steel, cast iron, ductile iron, aluminum, bronze and custom material. Typical products include custom casting parts, trailer parts, agricultural gearbox, gear, gear shaft, CNC machining parts, train parts, wear resistant parts, crusher parts like liner plates, bowl liner, jaw plate, mantle, heavy castings, coal mining machinery parts and aluminum castings & bronze castings etc. Especially Huan-Tai has been providing high performance casting like ingot mold, dross pan, skim pots, sow mold, cooling head, skim pan, crucible and entire Aluminum Recycling Unit for secondary aluminum smelting to almost every major aluminum producer in the world. Value and exceptional customer satisfaction make us different.

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Flange ball valve body

impeller

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GEMÜ GEBRÜDER MÜLLER APPARATEBAU GMBH & CO. KG

Germany

GEMÜ is a world-leading manufacturer of valve, measurement and control systems. The independent family-owned company with a global focus has become established in key areas for more than 50 years as a result of innovative products and customer-specific solutions for controlling process media. GEMÜ is the world market leader in sterile applications for pharmacy and biotechnology. The group currently employs 900 members of staff in Germany and over 1600 around the world. Its products are manufactured at six production sites in Germany, Switzerland, China, Brazil, France and the USA. Global sales are coordinated from Germany with 27 subsidiaries. The group is active on all continents through a dense network of trading partners in more than 50 countries. GEMÜ will establish an increased presence in future markets with its international growth strategy.

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GEMÜ 0326

Electrically operated solenoid valve GEMÜ 52

Electrically operated solenoid valve GEMÜ 202

Butterfly valve - 428

GEMÜ N185

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GEP VALVES SAS

Italy

For over 20 years Gep Valves sas has been a reference point for technical assistance and supply of industrial valves for the activities carried out in steelworks, petrochemical, naval and mechanical plants. Backed by the constant innovation research and by the improvements of our production chain we have grown during the course of the years. Up to the point we have become partners of many national an international companies.

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STAIGER

Germany

Staiger develops and manufactures high-quality solenoid valves and fluidic control systems for a wide range of applications. We have continued to successfully innovate for over 40 years, offering new products and customer-specific solutions with a focus on proportional valve and drinking water technology. We are a family-owned, family-run business with around 200 employees that develops and produces solenoid valves and valve blocks to meet the requirements of our customers, who are international market leaders in the fields of medical technology, automotive manufacturing, industry, pneumatics, aerospace engineering and drinking water technology. All our production takes place at our site in Erligheim, near Stuttgart, ranging from individual items and larger batches to mass production. We also develop all our manufacturing and testing equipment in-house. This expertise allows us to create cost-efficient solutions that constitute a real competitive advantage for our customers.

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STAIGER Pilot Valves for Water Taps

STAIGER Valve Electronics

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PETRAS

France

Manufacturer of hydraulic and pneumatic actuators for valves installed in hydropower stations, and electrohydraulic actuators for industrial valves for on- and offshore use in the oil and gas industry, including on- and offshore oil exploration, refineries, tankers, pipelines and hydropower dams. We also work with industries such as petrochemicals, chemicals, etc.
TURKOGLU

Turkey

Sensoylar company was established under TURKOGLU brand name in 1978, one of the Turkey’s premier manufacturers of contruction materials such as water meters, valves, water and gas flexible metal hoses, installation and fittings, fire equipments products and special fabrications. It has become one of the leading companies in the industry while being a professional and reputable brand in the field by its product reliability, durability, quality and stabilty. Our products can be used in all fields of water, gas and wastewater industry. The company has been continuing to invest in technological products based on the needs of the markets by R&D activities in order to increase sales rate for both the domestic and international markets. To meet to the needs of its customers and dealers, the company has a wide network of dealers in domestic and international markets by expanding its product range, product quality, sales and after-sale services. The company has been exporting to many markets worldwide and has acheived to be followed by competitors in the industry. Most of the production and managerial process is certificated with ISO 9001, IS0 14001, OHSAS 18001, CE marked, MID, ISO-EU directive, GOST, EN and TSE norms. Increasing the number of engineers and technicians which enable to attain better quality, dynamic and profossional structure.Our company aims to be the brand that is followed in the industry by following the determined vision and missions. Sensoylar / Turkoglu

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Butterfly Valve

Ball Valve For Gas

Disco Check Valve

Dual Plate Check Valve

Ball Valve

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SUONISHI PNEUMATIC VALVE MANUFACTURE CO., LTD

China

We specialize in manufacturing of various kinds of valves and actuators, including pneumatic actuators, electric actuators, pneumatic ball valves, electric ball valves, pneumatic butterfly valves and electric butterfly valves.
AFC VALVES UK LIMITED (ALPINE FLOW CONTROL)

United Kingdom

Alpine Flow Control Valves UK is a Wholesale Valve Supplier Based In Scotland. We are currently looking for distributors We supply Marine & Desalination Valves Petrochemical Valves Hydraulic Control Valves Waterworks Valves Non Slam Nozzle Check Valves Double Eccentric Butterfly Valves Trippel Eccentric Butterfly Valves Metal Seated Wedge Gate Valves RSV Gate Valves Food Grade Valves Pressure Reducing Valves Flow Control Valves Non Return Valves Flange Adaptors Surge Vessels Water Hammer Arrestors

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Alpine RSV Gate Valves

Y strainers

Direct Acting Control Valves

Marine Valves

Air Release Valves

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TRUFLO INTERNATIONAL LIMITED

United Kingdom

The company TRUFLO INTERNATIONAL LIMITED, is a Service Provider, which operates in the Connectors, plumbing industry. It also operates in the Valves for industrial fittings, Industrial valves, operating equipment, Plumbing, industrial, Valves for industrial fittings, Industrial valves, operating equipment, and Plumbing, industrial industries. It is based in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
KDV FLOW

United Kingdom

KDV specialises in Manufacturing and distribution of wide range of industrial valves. Established in 1979, we grew into an International business catering and supplying valve products around the globe from our offices in Australia, Thailand, china, USA and the United Kingdom. Over 40 years of engineering excellence and offering premium solutions to problems encountered due to process abrasion and corrosion. KDV Flow Limited is more than just a brand. Our commitment to quality and customer service has made KDV Flow Limited a supplier of choice for Industrial Valves and diaphragm Valves in the UK. It’s a promise to customers who depend on quality products, perform reliably, exceed site standards and meet legislative requirements. Our commitment to quality, innovation and service has made KDV a supplier of choice for over 40 years. KDV specialise in the manufacturing and supply of valves for critical service applications, KDV is world renowned for our diaphragm valves, lined ball valves, lined butterfly valves and lined plug valves. Based in the United Kingdom and with offices globally KDV Flow pride ourselves on stock availability and provided expert guidance to ensure the right valve for the right application.

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Actuated valve

Butterfly Valve

Ball Valve

Weir Diaphragm

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WENZHOU WIN INDUSTRY & TRADE CO., LTD.

China

The company WENZHOU WIN INDUSTRY & TRADE CO., LTD., which operates in the Valves for industrial fittings industry. It also operates in the Industrial valves, operating equipment, and Industrial valves, operating equipment industries. It is based in Wenzhou, China.
BAVARIA FLUID SYSTEMS GMBH

Germany

The company BAVARIA FLUID SYSTEMS GMBH, is a Manufacturer/ Producer, which operates in the Valves for industrial fittings industry. It also operates in the dispensing valve, and solenoid valves for electrical explosion-proof systems industries. It is based in Pforzheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
LEENGATE VALVES LTD

United Kingdom

Leengate Valves are the UK's premier distributor of industrial valves, we stock hold for immediate same day dispatch to anywhere in Europe. Extensive stocks from quality manufacturers, competitive prices backed up with technical expertise. Leengate Valves has possibly the largest stocks and ranges of Stainless Steel Valves available and offer a same day dispatch on Butterfly Valves, High Performance Butterfly Valves, Ball Check Valves, Ball Valves, Check Valves, Gate Valves, Y Strainers, Globe Valves, Knife Gate Valves, Needle Valves, Steam Equipment, Bellows, Pressure Reducing Valves. Leengate Valves offer from stock and can calibrate Pressure Relief Valves and Pressure Gauges materials include Stainless Steel, Brass, Cast Iron, Ductile Iron, Cast Steel, Bronze, Carbon Steel Leengate Valves offer a same day dispatch service of Pneumatic & Electric Actuated Ball Valves Leengate Valves is committed to customer service and supply

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Brass Y Type Strainer

Electrically Actuated Butterfly Valve

Gate Valve

Bronze Globe Valve

Brass Ball Valve

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ROPER INDUSTRIES LTD

United Kingdom

The company ROPER INDUSTRIES LTD, is a Manufacturer/ Producer, which operates in the Valves for industrial fittings industry. It also operates in the Industrial valves, operating equipment, Control panels - electric, Industrial valves, operating equipment, and Control panels - electric industries. It is based in Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom.
VENN CO., LTD.

Japan

Our main products are pressure reducing valves, safety valves, steam traps, etc for utility lines under 30 bar, Main products of Venn Sagamihara Factory: solenoid valve, water level control valve, air vent valve, noiseless heater, drain separator, expansion joint, partial Y-type strainers, emergency shut-off valve, motor valve, cylinder valve, etc Main products of Venn Iwate Factory: pressure reducing valve, safety valve, primary pressure regulative valve, temperature regulative valve, steam trap, strainers, etc.

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PS-22 Model Solenoid Valve

RP-6 Model Pressure Reducing Valve (for steam)

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BURACCO SAS

France

The company BURACCO SAS, is a Manufacturer/ Producer, which operates in the Industrial valves, operating equipment industry. It also operates in the Valves for industrial fittings, Linkages, hydraulic, Valves for sanitary fittings, Plumbing, industrial, Valves for industrial fittings, Linkages, hydraulic, Valves for sanitary fittings, and Plumbing, industrial industries. It is based in Montceau Les Mines, France.
BETA VALVE SYSTEMS LTD

United Kingdom

With over 30 year's experience Beta Valve Systems are specialists in the supply of solenoid valves for the control of water, air, oil in fact most common fluids, however we do not stop there! Through a series of agreements with some of Europe's leading component manufacturers we are able to supply class leading products to meet your requirements in the areas of brass, plastic and stainless steel solenoid valves, water meters and water filtration. In 1991 Beta Valve took our knowledge of the solenoid valves and designed our very first vending valve. Since then we have gone from strength to strength, and now supply our vending valves to some of the industries leading companies. Our valves are incredibly versatile meaning they are suitable for a multitude of fluids and applications. Our customers use our valves in applications ranging from cocktail making machines to automatic animal feeders and washing machines to water features. From residential to industrial use we have solenoid valves to suit.

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Plastic solenoid valves

Brass solenoid valves

Stainless steel solenoid valves

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WUHAN GRAT CONTROL VALVE CO.,LTD

China

Wuhan Grat Control Valve Co., Ltd is a senior valve manufacturer with its own brand, specialized in researching and producing various process control valves in the fields of industrial automation process control system and on-site implementation instrument. As a Hi-Tech Enterprise, Grat owns a number of new and applicable product patents, such as Small Flow Electric Control Valve and Potentiometer Positioning Device of electric actuator, which are popular with customers in the market. Our advanced technology and superior product quality not only provide excellent products to our customers, but also sustainability create unlimited value for our customers. The product quality is strictly controlled by quality management system of ISO9001: 2008 in the whole process of manufacturing which helps to production process to guarantee that the rate of qualified products achieved 99%. Our vision: Make our products the first choice for customers in industry automation field.
KONTAKT LLC

Ukraine

The Kontact LLC, Druzhkovksy gas equipment plant develops and manufactures equipment for gas pipelines and industrial enterprises.Since its foundation, in 1991, cooperation with research institutes of the gas industry has become the most important direction of our activity. This partnership has become an important step on the way to the development and formation of our Kontakt LLC plant. We are professionals, so we are trusted: Our own production facilities allow us to perform the entire production cycle - from material processing to assembly of finished products. The quality of our products meets high standards. We use only high-quality components from leading foreign enterprises or our own production. Fast execution of orders, warranty and service maintenance of gas equipment. Reasonable prices for the entire model line. Our team consists of highly qualified staff and engineering specialists who thoroughly know and love their job. Due to our design and engineering department as well as quality management center, we are continuously improving our products and introducing new technical developments. The Kontact LLC, Druzhkovksy gas equipment plant has become a reliable Partner for enterprises of the gas industry, machine building, metallurgy and other spheres of industry. We manufacture and develop equipment that solves the urgent tasks of our Partners.

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Gas pressure regulator RDU100(63)

Gas receiver units

Automatic complex of gas odorization KCOG-4K

Automated gas distribution station - AGRSM-1500 “Donbass”

Gas pressure regulators with a heat generator type RDU-T

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VALCON CO., LTD

South Korea

Since its foundation on 1996, VALCON has played a pivotal and innovate role in the areas of fluid equipment control through the application of electric motorized ball valve in various industries, construction, oil & gas, shipbuilding, semiconductor, bio-chemical, petro-chemical. VALCON just being export to Taiwan, USA, Ireland, Malaysia, Japan since 2010. Reputation of VALCON products in domestic is very high, but just starting for international market now. As a company of customer-centric business operations, we will grow with our customers in our constant pursuit of increased customer satisfaction thruough rigorous quality management.