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Urgent repair of two large-size pipelines in the aqueduct “Acquedotto Pugliese”

In July 2022, Hydro-Cos got two urgent orders for large-size, customised Hydro Stop encapsulation collars. Both orders came from contracting companies involved in maintenance of the aqueduct “Acquedotto Pugliese” in Italy.

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Improve non-revenue water calculations and support active leakage control with VIDI Positioner

As part of the LEAKman project, VIDI Positioners are installed on sectioning valves to ensure reliable data for water balance and non-revenue water level calculations.

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Remote monitoring of valves saves time and resources

Recently, VIDI Positioners were added to vital valves at Strømmen Water Utility in Denmark. This means that the staff can now check the valve position remotely, without having to estimate or check-up manually.

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Verdo improved their network management with pressure sensors

For water utilities, improved network management and high efficiency are common goals. Being more efficient means releasing resources for other important tasks.

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AVK around the world

Enjoy a tour around the world with AVK products installed on various sites and for many different applications.

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Expansion of the Los Vados wastewater treatment plant has increased the capacity of the system by three

The wastewater treatment plant in Los Vados, Granada, Spain, had reached its maximum and a new plant was therefore a necessity.

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Expansion of Centennial Road in Panama City

Expanding the main road from two to three lanes revealed a minor challenge. The AVK Supa Maxi™ tensile universal flange adaptors solved the problem.

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AVK valves ensure reliable supply for Athens water utility

The water utility of Athens (EYDAP) rely on AVK valves for the renovation of the largest water treatment plant in Athens to ensure reliable supply.

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AVK valves protect drinking water sources from saltwater intrusion

AVK China has delivered valves to a large-scale project in Hangzhou with the purpose of preventing saltwater entering the local drinking water supply.

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Supplying more than 100 valves to the largest gold mine in Europe

Agnico Eagle Finland is a subsidiary of the Canadian gold mining company Agnico Eagle. It operates the Kittilä gold mine in Finland and is involved in mineral exploration in Finland and other Nordic countries.

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State-of-the-art treatment technology in new wastewater plant

AVK Finland has delivered over 500 valves for the new wastewater treatment plant built in the city of Mikkeli.

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New BMW production plant to be established in Hungary – with AVK valves

BMW has announced their plans for a new plant to be built near the town of Debrecen in Hungary.

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AVK knife gate valves installed in large pipe system for slurry

Degassing slurry in a biogas plant before it is spread in the field means, among other things, less odor nuisances, higher fertilizer value and less impact on climate.

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Development of a multi-purpose water management system in Hungary

In the 1970's, a Multi-Purpose Water Management System was planned in the region around Debrecen in Hungary, but it was not completed until decades later.

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From organic waste to green energy

At Gemidan's pre-treatment plants, organic waste is turned into biopulp for degassing at biogas plants. The technology ensures sustainability and optimal energy utilization of the waste.

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Renovation of main pumping station at water and wastewater utility VCS Denmark

The main water resources recovery facility of water and wastewater utility VCS Denmark, has been renovated with new energy efficient pumps and AVK valves.

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Preparing for future needs through an upgraded water infrastructure

Two large, prefabricated concrete manhole chambers were delivered to the Grunnavågen VVA project. Both chambers came into place on the same day.

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Repair of eight leaks on the Adduttore Sinni DN3000 pipeline

Hydro Stop socket encapsulation collars from AVK used for repairing eight leaks on the largest pipeline in southern Italy.

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AVK hydrants decorate the first smart street in Romania

The first smart street in Romania was built by the Cluj-Napoca City Hall. It has all the facilities of a modern, green public area adapted to the current technological realities and urban mobility.

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Automation secures demand-driven supply, quality water and optimum work conditions

A new facility has been established at Kasted water works outside Aarhus, Denmark. The purpose is to secure a future-safe water supply for the area.

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Water treatment plant for the city of Písek

The city of Písek has got its own water treatment plant. For decades, the city has been using resources brought in from water treatment many kilometers away.

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Preventive repair of socket joints on DN1200 water pipeline

Hydro Fast socket encapsulation collars used to protect two socket joints on concrete pipeline in Beirut City in Lebanon.

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Repair of socket joint and its basement on DN900 water pipeline

Hydro Fast socket encapsulation collar used for repairing leaking socket joint on old and fragile concrete pipeline located in the Lecce district in Puglia in southern Italy.

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AVK gate valves and dismantling joints for branching of main water pipe

AVK gate valves and dismantling joints are installed to branch the main water pipe in Aalst, Belgium. The installations are part of the renovation of the entire ring road around Aalst.

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Supa Lock™ threadless service connection system for utility line construction

An extensive project of constructing utility lines near Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, will be supplied with AVK products.

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Reconstruction of DN600 water transmission pipeline

In the Lake Balaton area in the Mid-West Hungary, one of the most important water supply pipelines was reconstructed with the use of Supa Maxi™ DN600 fittings.

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Complete replacement of sand filter system at Danish wastewater treatment plant

VATECH 2000 has supplied 120 AVK butterfly valves with pneumatic actuators for a complete replacement of the sand filter system at Herning Renseanlæg.

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AVK repair clamp saved precious time and water

Our wide range of couplings, adaptors and repair clamps can help water utilities all around the world save precious time and water.

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Needle valve for dam base drainage renewal

AVK has delivered a needle valve DN1200/PN16 for the water management association Aggerverband, which maintains several dams in the German state Nordrhein-Westfalen.

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PE pipes are widely used within water supply

In Denmark, many water utilities use PE pipes for almost all their new installations, and AVK gate valves with PE pipe ends are an integrated part of fully welded distribution networks covering many supply areas.

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Aquafin chooses AVK valves for renovation of pumping station in Brugge, Belgium

AVK solutions were delivered for the renovation of the wastewater pumping station Sint-Kruis in Brugge, Belgium.

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First Supa Maxi™ DN600 in Belgium

When a fracture occurred at the wastewater station in Gentbrugge, Aquafin contacted AVK Belgium for immediate delivery of an AVK Supa Maxi™ flange adaptor.

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Building a brand new neighbourhood

BudaPart is a brand new neighbourhood with residential buildings, office buildings and services. AVK has delivered two DN500 tilting disc check valves and six DN500 dismantling joints for the project.

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AVK combi-cross for reconstruction of pipe network

The Hungarian city Szeged has been providing its citizens with drinking water since 1887. A reconstruction of the old pipe network has included installation of AVK solutions.

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Road expansion affecting water pipelines

The two-lane road Rotebroleden in Järfälla, Sweden has been expanded to a four-lane road – a project also affecting the water pipelines below ground.

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Wastewater pumping station with a green profile

The oldest and largest pumping station in Denmark has been discontinued and a new one has been installed. It is designed for climate changes and considering environmental aspects.

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AVK delivers to one of the largest battery factories in Europe

In January 2018, the third biggest company in South Korea started building one of the largest battery factories in Europe - located in Hungary and with a yearly capacity to supply 250,000 cars with batteries.

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Less iron and calcium in the drinking water in Eeklo

With a pipeline network of over 34,000 kilometres, De Watergroep supplies drinking water to 177 municipalities in West and East Flanders, Flemish Brabant and Limburg.

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Digitalisation ensures safe and clean drinking water

Skanderborg Forsyning has a vast supply area in which they need to ensure safe and clean drinking water for the consumers. But it can be challenging to get a general overview of the status of fire hydrants.

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New gas valves for renovation project widening Albert channel in Antwerp, Belgium

Renovation of a gas distribution pipe close to the Antwerp Sportpaleis event venue required three new gate valves DN500.

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Large-scale project for efficient water supply management leads to million dollar savings

Georgian Water and Power has chosen AVK International to supply more than 500 pressure reducing valves to significantly improve and efficiently manage their water supply.

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Steel purge point valves on DN250 and DN300 pipes

The gasworks in the two largest cities in the Czech Republic, Prague and Brno, have improved their networks by installing AVK gate valves with purge points.

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AVK valves for large-scale hospital project

Almost 300 AVK valves have been delivered to one of the largest new hospital projects in Denmark.

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AVK fire protection products delivered to a huge international project

Azerbaijani, Turkish and Italian governments are working with BP on bringing natural gas from Azerbaijan to Turkey and Europe through an 1850 km main pipeline system.

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AVK products in largest biogas plant in Southern Europe

The largest biogas plant in Southern Europe has completed the mechanical phase and AVK has delivered knife gate valves and multi hydrants for the plant.

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Wastewater treatment plant with ground-breaking technologies

With the use of new technologies and energy-optimising equipment, the aim was to make the plant energy self-sufficient, and even produce 50% more energy than is consumed.

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A future with minimised water loss

The average water loss in the Danish water distribution network is below 10%. This level is among the lowest worldwide, and reducing the loss of drinking water is a global focus area.

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First section well installed in large pressure management project

Delivering power to wells in an underground water supply network is no easy task, which also turned out to be the reality for Strømmen Vandværk in Randers, Denmark.

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Reducing energy consumption and service costs

Replacement of worn out valves is expected to lead to significant savings on both energy consumption and service costs.

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New main water supply to connect cities in Norway

Ringsaker municipality in Norway is growing and thus the need for water is growing. To meet the demands, the main water supply has been renewed.

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Butterfly valves for refurbishment activities in water treatment plant in Hamburg, Germany

In 2016, AVK Armaturen delivered six double eccentric butterfly valves series 756 DN1000 and DN800 for the supply line from the water reservoirs to the clean water pump.

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Improved water environment and efficiency

The Wastewater Treatment Plant in Czajka, Poland, has been modernised to improve both efficieny and water environment in Warsaw. AVK has delivered 1,200 valves for the project.

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Cloudburst protection of larger buildings

An economical and space-saving bypass pump well has been developed to help protect large buildings like companies, schools and housing associations from cloudburst floods.

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Old gas pipeline replaced in Kampen, Netherlands

In the Dutch city of Kampen, an old gas pipeline needed to be replaced. There were some hurdles on the way, but thanks to good management, the project was well done.

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AVK valves for district cooling in Copenhagen

AVK is now a part of the new and sustainable quarter "Carlsberg Byen". All buildings will be low-energy buildings and the intention is to match future demands to sustainability.

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Supa Maxi™ couplings in renovation of fire protection network

In connection with the renovation, a total of 50 Supa Maxi™ couplings in the sizes DN200, DN250 and DN300 were installed.

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Replacement of valves reduced water loss in Romania

A modernisation and extension of a water- and wastewater network in Romania reduced leakage with more than 10 %. This resulted in big savings on operational costs for the water supply company.

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Fire protection system at Aarhus Oil Harbour

In 2013, the pipe network in a new firefighting system on Aarhus harbour was completed. It was a project of great importance for the safety of the harbour, and AVK is proud to have delivered valves to the project.

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Securing Albanian water supply for the future

An improved water infrastructure is planned to prepare the small country with the beautiful coastline for receiving tourists from all over Europe.

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Excessive leakage reduction in Drakenstein

The Drakenstein Meulwater Water Treatment Works project in South Africa is initiated to establish a reliable collection and storage of water to form a stable water supply to Drakenstein municipality all year round.

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AVK products are part of solutions to reduce water loss in Abu Dhabi

There is a shortage of water in Abu Dhabi and clean water is a great challenge. With enhanced effort the water loss has decreased from 45% to 10% in major areas of Al Ain City.

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AVK valves for all types of wastewater installations

In 2012 a renovation of two pumping stations in Ebeltoft, Denmark, was carried out. AVK gate valves, knife gate valves, swing check valves and ball check valves have been installed.

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AVK helps providing secure water network in Sweden

Citizens of the municipalities Uppland-Bro and Sigtuna in Sweden can look forward to a more secure water network after a large project builidng a new waterline between the two municipalities.

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AVK knife gate valves installed at large biogas plant in Denmark

AVK has delivered 36 knife gate valves for the largest biogas plant in Northern Jutland, Denmark.

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AVK free flow hydrant for quick relief of water supply line

A comprehensive refurbishment of a DN500 drinking water supply line has taken place in the Stadtwerke Herford municipality in the western part of Germany.

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AVK valves for desalination plant in Andalucia, Spain

AVK VALVULAS delivered more than 700 butterfly valves to a project improving the irrigation facilities of Dalias, a little coast town in Almeria, Andalucia in the south of Spain.

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Knife gate valves for sand extraction

High-quality, custom-made AVK knife gate valves have been delivered for a sand extraction classification plant in the Netherlands.

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AVK Smart Water Pressure Management Device in one of UK's largest pumping stations

AVK Smart Water trials commence in the UK where a needle valve fitted with an AVK Smart Water Pressure Management Device is installed at a pumping station.

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