IMI has secured a contract to deliver specialist control valves for an offshore development in the North Sea, supporting ultra-high-pressure injection systems.
The valves will operate in demanding environments where pressures exceed 600 bar (8,700 psi), enabling chemical injection processes that help maintain flow and optimise production from deepwater wells.
As part of the scope, IMI will supply its EroSolve Metamorphic Trim valve range, designed for precise pressure regulation under severe service conditions. The technology is capable of handling full pressure drops from more than 620 bar to near vacuum levels while maintaining stable low-flow control, a requirement for safe offshore operations.
The valves feature a multi-stage pressure reduction system, allowing energy to be dissipated in a controlled manner across the trim. This design helps to minimise wear on internal components and extend operational life in high-stress environments.
The award follows the successful completion of an extensive endurance testing programme, during which both balanced and unbalanced valve configurations were tested under conditions replicating long-term field operations.
Roby Buyung, President for Process Automation at IMI, said offshore developments are increasingly moving into deeper and higher-pressure fields, placing greater demands on equipment performance. He noted that the project required highly specialised valve technology capable of delivering consistent and accurate pressure control in challenging conditions.
Buyung added that IMI’s valve solutions are engineered specifically for critical applications, where reliability and repeatable performance are essential to maintaining safety and operational efficiency.
The contract forms part of a broader offshore development programme, with delivery progressing in line with the project schedule.
