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Severn Subsea Technologies in the Marine-I Showcase Video
By Severn on 18th July 2018 in 3.Severn Subsea Technologies, Our People, Renewables, Research & Development
Marine-I have produced a showcase video presenting the opportunities for business growth within Cornwall. The video includes the companies who have supported the initiative by dedicating resource and expertise to promote Cornwall as a vibrant location for both young and …
LB Bentley Ltd – Striding ahead with New Technologies
Always at the forefront of new technology within the small bore sector of the subsea oil and gas industry, LB Bentley have an exciting year ahead with the planned introduction of three new valves. LB Bentley will be offering alternatives …
WaveSub links with grid-simulation buoy supported by Severn Subsea Technologies
The Marine Energy on-line magazine have recently published an article about the Marine Power Systems (MPS) WaveSub, on which Severn Subsea Technologies have designed, assembled and tested the electro-hydraulic control system. To read the full article visit https://marineenergy.biz/2018/05/01/wavesub-links-with-grid-simulation-buoy/ For more information …
The Unprecedented Field Proven Success of LB Bentleys Through Conduit Gate Valve
Back in the mid 80’s LB Bentley designed and patented the very first small bore subsea Gate Valves for chemical injection applications on Christmas Trees (XMT’s) and manifolds. Prior to the introduction of the Bentley small bore valves, it was …
Marine Power Systems (MPS) Unveil WaveSub Device
Severn Subsea Technologies (SST) began working with Marine Power Systems, a wave power technology development company, in 2014. The Swansea based start-up had heard about the work that the SST team had delivered with other wave energy companies and were …
Marine Power Systems (MPS) Unveil WaveSub Device
Severn Subsea Technologies (SST) began working with Marine Power Systems, a wave power technology development company, in 2014. The Swansea based start-up had heard about the work that the SST team had delivered with other wave energy companies and were …
First Marine-i Discovery Room Event attracts huge interest
By Severn on 4th October 2017 in 3.Severn Subsea Technologies, Events, Renewables, Research & Development
The inaugural Marine-i Discovery Room Event was held on 27th September 2017 at St Austell Business Centre and was an enormous success. The theme of the day was: “How can Research, Development and Innovation projects attract investment and what are …
Qualification & Innovation – driving the subsea valve business
By Severn on 21st September 2017 in 2.LB Bentley Ltd, Quality, Research & Development, Subsea Products
Small bore subsea valve specialist LB Bentley continues to invest in new development and achieving full qualification, even with the challenges faced by the industry in recent years. An article has been released in the recent issue of the ‘Valve …
Resealing damaged butterfly valves: a Saudi Aramco case study
Typical Sealant Flow Path Almost all valves experience some form of particulate abrasion in the course of their operational life. Over time they inevitably need to be repaired or replaced. Butterfly valves present a particular challenge; since they don’t …
Offshore valve retrofit shaves 94% off delivery time
An innovative valve retrofit solution from the Technical Products and Services team at Severn Unival enabled an offshore operator to make important asset upgrades within a tight timeframe. The operator had a four-week window to increase the capacity of compressors …
Offshore valve retrofit shaves 94% off delivery time
An innovative valve retrofit solution from the Technical Products and Services team at Severn Unival enabled an offshore operator to make important asset upgrades within a tight timeframe. The operator had a four-week window to increase the capacity of compressors …
Novel design boosts choke valve impact resistance
By Severn on 18th July 2017 in Qualification & Test, Research & Development, Servicing, Topside Products
Severn Glocon Group’s advanced valve services division, Severn Unival, has developed an innovative ‘protective cage’ to enhance the impact resistance of choke valves. Offshore oil and gas operators stand to benefit most from the solution which protects choke valves from …
Severn Glocon solves compressor bypass challenge
Demanding valve specifications are par for the course with LNG megaprojects. However, when Severn Glocon was commissioned for a valve that could stroke across a distance of 18” with a plug weighing more than 1 tonne in less than 2 …
Hydraulic Fluid Cleanliness Measurement, Art or Science?
As part of LB Bentleys Continuous Improvement Programme over the last few months we have been focussing on how to improve the measurement of fluid cleanliness after flushing hydraulic actuators. Cleanliness of control fluids used in the operation of hydraulic control equipment is fundamental …
Pushing the Rotary Gate Valve Boundaries
As part of the LB Bentley (LBB) ‘Continuous Development Program’ analysis of the market requirements by Colin Earle, our Business Development Manager, determined that there was a demand for the 3/8” Rotary Gate Valve to be available in HH trim …
New Accumulated Testing Facilities Installed
As part of LB Bentley’s ongoing commitment to Product Development, it was decided that the most stringent test regime would be applied to the testing of our products, and in particular our hydraulic actuators. In order to achieve this accurately …
Materials Failure Analysis Laboratory boosts Group offering
Severn Glocon has enhanced its portfolio with the opening of a dedicated Failure Analysis Laboratory in Newfoundland, Canada. Trading as FALCON-SG, the laboratory offers advanced engineering services surrounding materials used in industrial applications. The business is headed up by Severn …
SST raises the bar with new Tool Detection Alarm
By Severn on 8th February 2017 in Research & Development, Subsea Products, Topside Products, Wireline Operations
Severn Subsea Technologies (SST) has developed an advanced Tool Detection Alarm (TDA) system that brings multiple commercial, safety and environmental benefits. TDAs are a niche product used to reduce the risk of accidental contact between borehole tools and wellhead equipment …
Severn Subsea Technologies nets groundbreaking wave energy converter project
Severn Subsea Technologies (SST) has made significant headway since being awarded a contract to design elements of the control and electrical systems for WaveSub, a next generation wave energy converter from Marine Power Systems (MPS). WaveSub has been developed by …
Next generation rotary actuator ready for market
Small bore subsea valve specialist LB Bentley has developed an advanced rotary actuator, OPTItork™, to meet the escalating technical demands of subsea applications. Click here to see an animation of its core functionality. LB Bentley’s heritage in rotary gate valve …
Test to Impress – LNG Industry March 2015 issue
Barry Wilder, Severn Glocon, UK, shares standards and procedures that can boost the efficiency, effectiveness and safety of the cryogenic testing process for LNG valves. The hazardous properties of LNG are well known. LNG plants are typically equipped with several …