IVS INDUSTRIAL VALVE SUMMIT
MAY 19th > 21st 2026
Conference Themes 2026
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THEME 1:
STANDARDIZATION / STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT
The evolution of standards is crucial to ensuring safety, reliability, and global compatibility in the oil & gas Industry. This theme calls for papers that explore the latest advancements in international standardization for industrial valves, actuation systems, and control components. Contributions should examine how standardization can drive innovation, improve quality, and reduce costs across the sector. Discussions on harmonizing standards to support sustainability goals and reduce operational risks are encouraged. Showcase the role of standards as enablers of safety and efficiency in complex industrial settings.
THEME 2:
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES APPLIED TO VALVES, ACTUATION AND CONTROL
Digital transformation is reshaping the industrial valves sector, bringing unprecedented levels of control and efficiency. We welcome papers that delve into how digital technologies, including IoT, big data analytics, and cloud-based systems, are applied to enhance valve operation, actuation, and control processes. Emphasis should be on real-world applications, from predictive maintenance to remote monitoring and automated diagnostics. Explore how digital innovations can streamline operations, boost reliability, and foster smarter decision-making in challenging environments.
THEME 3:
VALVE DESIGN AND MATERIALS FOR SEVERE SERVICES
The demand for industrial valves that can withstand extreme conditions is ever-increasing in the Oil & Gas and Hydrogen sectors. This theme calls for papers focused on innovative design solutions and advanced materials tailored for severe service applications, including high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive environments. Authors are encouraged to present case studies, recent research, or emerging technologies that enhance valve durability and performance. Discussions may also cover lifecycle cost reductions and extended maintenance intervals achieved through cutting-edge material science.
THEME 4:
ADVANCED SEALING SOLUTIONS FOR INDUSTRIAL VALVES
Sealing technology is fundamental to the performance, reliability, and longevity of industrial valves in the demanding oil & gas environment. This theme requests papers that explore recent advancements in sealing materials, designs, and configurations tailored to enhance the durability and effectiveness of valves under high pressure, extreme temperatures, and corrosive conditions.
THEME 5:
AI APPLIED TO MECHANICAL DESIGN, PROCUREMENT AND MANUFACTURING
Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing every aspect of the industrial valve lifecycle, from design and procurement to manufacturing. This theme seeks papers that showcase how AI technologies, including machine learning and predictive algorithms, are driving efficiency and innovation. Topics may include AI-driven optimization in mechanical design, intelligent supply chain management, and automated quality control in manufacturing processes. Demonstrate how AI can reduce costs, improve design precision, and streamline the production cycle in industrial valve applications.
THEME 6:
ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING
Additive manufacturing holds transformative potential for the industrial valve and component sector, offering new possibilities for rapid prototyping, complex geometries, and material customization. We invite papers exploring how additive manufacturing is advancing valve and component design, including actuators, seals, and control devices. Contributions should highlight breakthroughs in 3D printing technologies, material innovation, and the impact on production timelines and costs. Case studies on successful implementations in the oil & gas industry are encouraged, showcasing additive manufacturing’s role in driving agility and customization.