Metso Automation
This firms offering of valves, actuators and intelligent controllers has been extended with the introduction of SIL-certified ball valves. Trunnion and seat-supported modular ball valve series X (photo) and M are classified and certified by Lloyd’s in accordance with IEC 61508, Type A equipment. The SIL assessment study with field-proven reliability analysis confirms that the X and M Series ball valves can be used in applications up to and including SIL 3 in a single-valve configuration. — Metso Automation Oy, Helsinki, Finland