Valves for Power Plants

Flow control valve solutions for power generation

At IMI Critical Engineering, we specialise in designing and manufacturing power plant valves for various applications within the energy sector. Our bespoke valves enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across power plants. Our innovative technologies support the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, with expertise in CHP, coal, gas, nuclear, solar, wind, hydrogen and more.

The IMI Critical engineer inspects power plant flow control systems for performance and safety, and recommends the best solutions for optimal efficiency.

Power plant valves for the energy transition

We recognise that while renewable power is on the rise, the transition from fossil fuels to cleaner energy sources such as solar and wind power will take time. As a company with 50 years of expertise in the power sector, we are committed to enhancing the efficiency and operations of combined heat and power plants, coal and gas plants, and reducing their emissions. We are also proud to supply our leading valves to the growing renewable energy sector.

With over 120,000 of our valves installed in power plants worldwide, we offer you unrivalled know-how, expertise, and 24/7 support through our 200 field service specialists, manufacturing plants, and service centres located around the world. Our values are grounded in supporting a cleaner and more sustainable energy future for all.

Our innovative power plant valve solutions aim to improve performance, reliability, sustainability, and reduce environmental impact during the power industry’s transition to renewables.

IMI Critical is a company that specialises in manufacturing and supplying valves specifically designed for power plants, making them experts in this field.

Combined heat and power (CHP) plant valves

IMI Critical’s highly engineered valves and actuators, with an installed global base of 10,000, provide precise control of steam temperature and pressure for combined heat and power (CHP) plants, improving performance and enabling greater efficiency and reliability.


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Bird's-eye view of a coal-fired power plant by the Ohio River, generating electricity through traditional means.

Coal power plant valves

At IMI Critical, we support the coal-fired power industry by offering a range of technologies to ensure safe and precise control of operating conditions within plants. Our over 100-years of industry knowledge has taught us the continuous challenges operators face.


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A gas power plant is a type of power generation facility that uses natural gas or other gases, such as propane or methane, as a fuel source to produce electricity.

Combined cycle power plant (CCPP) valves

IMI Critical offers specialised solutions for combined cycle power plants. Our turbine bypass valves withstand thermal cycling, reducing risk of damage while the feedwater pump controls use DRAG® technology to prevent cavitation damage. We also offer actuators, silencers and other flow control services to optimise performance.


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Our nuclear valves are used in 100+ global nuclear facilities for PWR, BWR, CANDU reactors, waste management, and decommissioning. Our technology meets ASME III and RCC-M nuclear class 1-3 design rules, with a trusted reputation for quality and reliability

Nuclear power valves

IMI Critical’s expertise in legacy valves and advanced technologies supports safe and reliable operation of older and next-generation reactors, including small modular reactors (SMRs), helping to advance the nuclear energy industry and meet the world’s growing energy needs.


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Biomass power plants can provide a reliable source of renewable energy that can contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the transition to a more sustainable energy future.

Renewable power valves

IMI Critical’s components are crucial for the growing biomass and molten solar industries, which are driven by rising demand for greener energy and falling costs. IMI Critical’s reliability and expertise make them the leading supplier for turbine bypass and feedwater pump control valves, as well as components for concentrated solarpower plants.


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A hydrogen production facility is an industrial plant that uses various methods, such as electrolysis or steam reforming, to produce hydrogen gas. Hydrogen is used in a variety of industries, including chemical production, fuel cells, and transportation.

Hydrogen power valves and solutions

Hydrogen’s unique properties enable the energy transition and decarbonisation. Its growth is driven by cutting the cost of renewables, fuel cell tech’s versatility, and the urgent need to reduce emissions.


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In valve manufacturing, lathes are used to shape the metal parts that make up the valve body, stem, and other components. The precision and accuracy of a lathe make it possible to create parts with tight tolerances and a high level of consistency, which is essential in the manufacturing of valves.

Global expertise and manufacturing

Our team of over 2,900 experts are committed to delivering precision-engineered flow control solutions, expert installation, and lifetime servicing, with a deep understanding of the entire process, enabling us to provide tailored solutions that ensure unparalleled reliability and performance. With manufacturing facilities in 12 countries and a global service network, we are dedicated to providing you with exceptional reliability and performance.

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