Hydrogen Fueling Valves

Pipeline Valve Design (Options)

• Double Block & Bleed – API 6D / API 6A
• Single Isolate
• Single Isolate with DPE Seats

Seat Material (Options)

• Soft
• Metal

Pressure Class

• ASME Class 150 – 600

Temperature Range

• -40℃ up to +121℃

End Connections

• Flanged
• Butt Weld
• Hub

Bore Size Range

• 1″ to 20″ (inch) – DN25 to DN500

Operation (Options)

• Manual Operation
• Actuated Operation – Electric / Pneumatic / Hydraulic

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Oliver Hydcovalves is an industry-leading company that harnesses over forty years of technology, development and expertise. Designing and manufacturing precision valves for hydrogen and carbon capture applications. Hydcovalves is committed to delivering valve solutions as part of the global ambition to reduce carbon emissions.

Design Features

Designed for high-pressure hydrogen applications, these valves can operate within a range of 350-690 barg. They are also available in bore sizes of 10mm, 14mm, and 20mm, ensuring minimal pressure drop and maintaining the required pipe diameter integrity. The valves can withstand extreme temperatures, ranging from -40 °C to +85 °C.

Compact Space-Saving Design

This design is achieved through several factors. Firstly, the valve’s streamlined construction, consisting of a spherical ball, stem, and seats, reduces the need for complex internal components, resulting in a more compact valve body.

Additionally, the straight-through flow path offered by ball valves eliminates the requirement for large internal chambers or intricate flow paths, further contributing to the compact design.

The use of lightweight materials ensures that OHV’s transportation valve remains lightweight while maintaining excellent strength.

These design considerations allow for optimal space utilisation in applications within the hydrogen transportation and refueling stations, where space efficiency is crucial.

Superior Fugitive Emission Stem Pack

The advanced stem pack of these valves ensures superior fugitive emission control, minimising the release of harmful gases. This feature enhances the safety and environmental performance of hydrogen refuelling stations, aligning with stringent regulations and sustainability goals.

Bi-Directional Soft Seated Operation

Oliver Hydcovalves offer bi-directional soft seated operation, ensuring reliable sealing in both flow directions. This characteristic enhances the valve’s versatility and efficiency, contributing to a seamless hydrogen refuelling process and ensuring installation and maintenance is trouble-free.

Enhanced Control and System Integration

The OHV Transportation Valves offer versatile operation options, featuring a user-friendly lever operation as well as the availability of actuator-controlled operation. This flexibility allows for seamless control and integration within various systems. With the lever operation, users can easily manually control the valve, providing a straightforward and convenient interface. On the other hand, the actuated options enable automated control, enhancing operational efficiency and enabling integration with sophisticated control systems. Whether it’s a preference for manual operation or the need for automated control, OHV Transportation Valves offer the flexibility to meet different operational requirements and ensure smooth system integration.

Anti-Static and Self-Relieving Seats

These valves feature anti-static and self-relieving seats, mitigating the risks associated with static electricity and pressure build-up. This promotes safe and reliable operation within the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure.

Anti-Blow Out Spindle

The anti-blow out spindle design ensures the integrity of valve components during high-pressure hydrogen applications. This feature enhances safety and reliability, eliminating the risk of accidental spindle dislodgment.

102,000 Cycles Tested

The Oliver Hydco Transportation Valves undergo rigorous testing to achieve ISO 19880-3:2018.

With 102,000 cycles of operation, these valves ensure exceptional durability and long-term performance, minimising maintenance requirements.

Available in Various Sizes

The Oliver Hydco Transportation Valve is offered in three different bore sizes: 10mm, 14mm, and 20mm. This range allows for full bore, ensuring zero pressure drop and maximising line size and output performance.

Qualification to International Standards

Oliver Hydcovalves are qualification tested to ISO 19880-3:2018, meeting the stringent requirements for hydrogen refuelling station components. Additionally, their ISO 15848-1 endurance class: C01 certification confirms their ability to withstand demanding operational conditions.

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Oliver Hydcovalves design and manufacture customised valve solutions for hydrogen and carbon capture applications. If you don’t see the required valve specification listed here, please ask a member of our team.

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NEW GENERATION VALVE TECHNOLOGY by Oliver Hydcovalves

Oliver Hydcovalves is an industry-leading company that harnesses over forty years of technology, development and expertise. Designing and manufacturing precision valves for hydrogen and carbon capture applications. Hydcovalves is committed to delivering valve solutions as part of the global ambition to reduce carbon emissions.

• Dedicated UK Research & Development Centre
• Engineering Partnership programmes, collaboration with suppliers
• Work with key supplier partner DuPont for best-in-class materials
• Engineering graduates work alongside experienced engineers on new valve designs
• Complete in-house testing capabilties that mimic real-world application

We’re trailblazers in setting new high standards for valve quality, safety, and performance. The testing, certification, and qualification of our valves adhere to API & ISO. However, most of our valves are tested to our own written specifications – ‘Oliver Gold Standard’ which far exceed industry standards.

As a world leading valve manufacturer, we invest in continuous research and development. State-of-the-art technological facilities located in the UK provide the industry benchmark for valve engineering standards of excellence.

Onsite testing capabilities such as; automation, pressure, fire, cryogenic, hyperbaric, helium seat leakage, fugitive emission, temperature rating, seat & gland endurance, rapid operation, and porosity checks in pre-build enable us to be flexible in meeting client’s demanding schedules.