Why HydroV® valve release?
- Kind to the asset: Low torque levels during freeing minimise the risk of shaft failure or damage.
- Detailed reporting: A comprehensive report detailing torque levels and performance is included with every valve release.
- Modular: The smart, modular design enables this clever valve release system to be used in some of the most remote and difficult to access locations
- Intelligent: There is a reason we call HydroV® ‘the clever valve release system’, it identifies and applies only the minimum torque required to free your valve.
Joining forces with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.
In 2024, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc., a leading American water and wastewater infrastructure service provider, formed a strategic partnership with Hydrosave, citing its strong reputation and advanced technologies. The partnership brings together decades of experience that M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. has in water and wastewater system technical services and Hydrosave’s innovative valve release technology, HydroV®.
Both companies share a deep commitment to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions that prioritise utility needs over unnecessary expenditures. Hydrosave’s focus on sustainable, high-impact technologies aligns seamlessly with M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.’s mission to provide exceptional value and service to its clients.
What benefits has HydroV® technology brought to M.E. Simpson Co., Inc and its clients?
The introduction of HydroV® technology through this partnership has revolutionised M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.’s service offerings, bringing a previously unavailable solution to the U.S. market. This technology has enabled the company to:
- Expand market reach: HydroV® has facilitated new partnerships and expanded M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.’s presence across the U.S.A. by offering a unique valve release service.
- Enhance service portfolio: By integrating HydroV®, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. reinforces its position as a forward-thinking leader in the industry, committed to adopting innovative technologies that benefit clients.
- Deliver significant cost savings: Clients experience substantial savings by releasing seized valves rather than replacing them, with service costs being a fraction of replacement expenses.
- Minimise disruption: The HydroV® process avoids the need to isolate large sections of water mains, reducing the impact on residents and infrastructure during maintenance.
This technology underscores M.E. Simpson Co., Inc.’s commitment to delivering innovative, client-centric solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. has achieved numerous successes with HydroV® technology, leading to the development of many case studies and cost savings.
Case study 1: Wilmington, DE – 42″ Gate valve release
In Wilmington, Delaware, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. was tasked with addressing a seized 42″ gate valve located within a water plant. After two days of effort, the valve began to move on the morning of the second day and was successfully released. Replacing this valve would have required removing a section of the plant’s roof, incurring significant costs. By opting for the HydroV® service, the client achieved estimated savings exceeding $200,000 (around £150,000).
Case study 2: Bethlehem, PA – Wastewater plant valve rehabilitation
In Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, a wastewater treatment plant undergoing rehabilitation faced challenges with nine seized plug valves. Following an inspection, M.E. Simpson Co., Inc. determined that six valves had sufficient clearance for the HydroV® service. Over two days, five of the six valves were successfully released, with the potential to release the sixth given an additional day. The complexity and location of these valves made replacement costly, and the HydroV® service delivered estimated savings of approximately $10,000 (around £7,500) per valve, totaling $50,000 (over £37,500) for the five valves released.
These case studies exemplify the transformative impact of HydroV® technology, offering utilities a cost-effective, minimally invasive alternative to valve replacement while maintaining operational integrity.