Emerson Process Management's range of Fisher valves and Fieldvue digital valve controllers has received Lloyd's Register's Marine type approval for process control in the offshore oil and gas industry.
The development means that Fisher products can be installed in critical duties on ships, mobile offshore units and floating structures, such as drilling rigs and platforms.
According to Ken Kleemeier, industry business development manager at Emerson, there is growing international awareness of the importance of third-party certification, such as Lloyd's Register.
"Offshore oil and gas operators are very focused on equipment safety and integrity," explains Kleemeier.
"This extends to material sourcing, procurement and manufacturing, with the objective being that all equipment in offshore vessels and installations meets rigorous industry operating and safety standards," he continues.
"Emerson is the first manufacturer to have a complete line of control valves and digital valve controllers Marine type approved by Lloyd's Register."
Control valves and related instruments are typically installed for 'classed duties' – in areas affecting the safe operation of the ship and its topside processing units.
