Severn Subsea Technologies in the Marine-I Showcase Video
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
First Marine-i Discovery Room Event attracts huge interest
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 … Continue reading →
Qualification & Innovation – driving the subsea valve business
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
Novel design boosts choke valve impact resistance
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 … Continue reading →
Novel design boosts choke valve impact resistance
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
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 … Continue reading →
SST raises the bar with new Tool Detection Alarm
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 … Continue reading →