Case stories within dams, reservoirs and hydropower

The AVK Group is a trusted, long-term valve partner with a legacy built on thousands of successful water infrastructure projects worldwide.

As global demand for resilient water systems and renewable energy solutions continues to rise, the importance of technically advanced, reliable, and efficient valve systems in dams and hydropower installations grows accordingly. AVK is well-equipped to meet these demands through engineering excellence and deep industry expertise. While AVK is widely recognised for its strong presence in water supply and wastewater treatment, we also bring valuable knowledge from our Group companies - Orbinox, Glenfield, and AC.MO - renowned for their long-standing involvement in dam, reservoir, and hydropower projects.

Please find an overview of our broad product portfolio of in-house manufactured valves, featuring one of the market’s widest ranges of discharge and guard valves. When required, we supplement our offering with selected valve types from trusted suppliers. Please also see how we add value as your reliable valve partner for large projects.

Below you can explore selected case stories and download our reference list counting numerous projects worldwide.
Summersville dam outlet of water

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Summersville dam, West Virginia

Orbinox fixed cone discharge valve used as round-port valve for regulating the flow under high heads. The DN2700 valve is designed for 107 wmc, controlling the amount of water downstream in order not to damage the environment.

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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.
Big dam in portugal - hydroelectric project

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Portugal’s largest hydroelectric project, Alto Tamega

Orbinox fixed cone discharge valves, bonneted gate valves and stop gates used in the Alto Tamega project.