Ribel Valvole’s cryogenic ball valves have been selected for the Rio Grande LNG project in Texas, one of the most important liquefied natural gas (LNG) plants currently under development in the United States. This prestigious and highly technical supply confirms our commitment to the design and manufacturing of cryogenic valves for extreme environments, fully compliant with the most demanding international standards.
Specifically, Ribel supplied two models of cryogenic ball valves:
• The C1 model, a compact unidirectional wafer valve with 100 mm cryogenic stem extension, ideal for installations in tight spaces;
• The C4 model, a three-piece inline serviceable valve, designed for applications requiring frequent maintenance or sanitization between process batches.
Both models have been tested according to API 607 8th Ed., ISO 10497:2022, and BS6364, and are engineered to ensure reliable performance from –196 °C to +200 °C. They are made of ASTM A182 F316/316L stainless steel, with R-PTFE (TFM) seats and combined PTFE, graphite, and silicone sealing systems. All valves feature anti-blowout stems and double external sealing, essential for safe operation in critical service.
The synergy with Fluidomatic: a partnership that creates value
The supply of cryogenic valves for the HRV Residual Gas Compressor system was made possible through long-standing partnership with Fluidomatic, trusted commercial and technical partner. Fluidomatic handled customer coordination, ensuring that the valves were correctly integrated into a complex and highly engineered system.
This collaboration confirms the strength of the Ribel–Fluidomatic partnership: a winning model that combines high-quality Made in Italy production with top-tier commercial and technical support, fully focused on customer needs and international project requirements.
LNG valves: a growing strategic sector for Ribel
This supply marks a significant milestone in Ribel growth strategy within the cryogenic energy and Oil & Gas sectors. Ribel valves are now installed in demanding applications where precision, safety, and reliability are not optional—but essential.
Ribel is ready to take on new challenges and provide custom-engineered solutions for LNG plants, hydrogen-ready infrastructures, and ATEX environments. Our customers can count on 100% Italian design and manufacturing, supported by a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.