As a global valve manufacturer based in the UK, Oliver Valves focuses on the design and manufacturing of high-performance valves in the energy field. Through its four major companies, we provide trusted solutions for instruments, pipelines, subsea engineering and hydrogen energy applications, helping to ensure safe operation and technological innovation in global harsh operating conditions.
Instrumentation Valvesdoor Oliver Valves company provides a truly comprehensive small-diameter Instrumentation Valves group solution covering isolation valves, Instrumentation Valves and valve groups, with a complete range of sizes, materials, specifications and pressure levels.
Pipe and process valves Oliver dual safety series offer full diameter and deflection valves that meet ASME 150 to 2500 pressure rating standards, API 6A certified pressure up to 10,000 psi (689 bar). Optional soft seal or metal hard seal structure.
Subsea Valvesdoor Oliver valve technology specializes in 3000 meters (10,000 feet) deep-sea subsea small-diameter valve technology.
Hydrogen ValvesGate OliverHydrogen ValvesGate Company relies on decades of technological accumulation to provide valve solutions to support hydrogen energy transmission and renewable energy fields, helping industrial users achieve net zero emissions targets.
Corporate Culture
Innovation-oriented
We encourage innovative thinking, constantly seeking improvements and breakthroughs, meet customer needs, and lead the development of the industry.
Quality and reliability
We are committed to pursuing excellent quality and reliability, ensuring that our products and services always meet the high standards and expectations of our customers.
Customer-centric
We always prioritize our customers, listen to their needs, provide customized solutions, and ensure customer satisfaction is always crucial.
Teamwork
We attach importance to teamwork and encourage collaboration and communication among employees to achieve common goals and promote the company's development.
Continuous improvement
We encourage our employees to learn and develop continuously and continuously improve our products and business processes. We actively seek feedback and take steps to improve our performance and efficiency to meet market changes and customer needs.
Social responsibility
We are committed to environmental protection and social responsibility. We take sustainable development measures to minimize environmental impact and actively participate in community activities to give back to the community.
Development history
1979 · Set sail
Dr. Michael R. Oliver founded Oliver Valves in a bicycle-only garage in Hale, England. The startup team has only 6 people, and has designed and launched the first batch of needle valve products and successfully marketed.
1995 · The Deep Sea Journey
Oliver Valvetek, a specialist brand of subsea engineering, was established and Paul Shillito was appointed as the engineering director. To meet market demand, the Knutsford production base in Cheshi County was expanded, and the team size increased to 95 people.
2000 · Double Block Revolution
Founded Oliver Twinsafe Company and launched the world's first 8-inch diameter double-cut emission (DBB) valve. Key technical milestones include: • Passed Shell's harsh thermal oil test (200 cycle verification in high temperature and high pressure conditions) • Twinsafe valve for level gauge is certified for registered design • The revolutionary trunnion structure has been patented worldwide (compliant with ASME B16.10 length)
2012 · Royal Double Crown
Oliver Valvetek won the Queen Corporate Award for the first time, demonstrating industry innovation leadership. In the same year, the founder Dr. Michael Oliver was awarded the British OBE, honoring his outstanding contribution to the British manufacturing industry.
2013 · The era of giant valves
The largest valve manufactured to date: 12-inch 2500-pound Twinsafe DBB valve (weight up to 8.5 tons). Purchase 17 acres (about 69,000 square meters) of land on Parkgate Industrial Park to support future development. Michael Oliver received an honorary doctorate from the University of Chester.
2019 · Forty chapters
Celebrating the 40th anniversary of its founding and completing management iteration: Paul Shillito is transferred to technical director, and Nick Howard is promoted to engineering director. The R&D center has moved to the expansion base.
2021 · Break the deadlock
Oliver Hydcovalves was established in the post-epidemic era to expand the application of hydrogen energy and carbon capture. Parkgate Industrial Park has added three new custom chemical plants.
2022 · Win the championship again
Oliver Valvetek won the Queen Enterprise Award for the second time, and the door technology continues to lead the world.
2024 · Forty-five years of British craftsmanship
Celebrating the 45th anniversary of the group, witnessing simultaneously: ▸ The 20th anniversary of the Indian company ▸ The three milestones of Valvetek's deep-sea business 30th anniversary confirm our unswerving determination to innovation, quality and customer success.
We encourage innovative thinking, constantly seeking improvements and breakthroughs, meet customer needs, and lead the development of the industry.
Technical strength and innovation ability
Have a professional R&D team and continuously launch competitive new products.
Quality control and reliability
Emphasize quality management and implement strict quality inspection procedures to ensure product quality and reliability.
Customer Service and Solution Capabilities
Have a professional R&D team and continuously launch competitive new products.
Quality is based on craftsmanship and soul-building
In Oliver Valves, quality is the core criterion throughout all links. We adhere to the concept of continuous improvement, abide by global standards, and practice strict testing to ensure that every product meets and even exceeds industry expectations. The following certification qualifications confirm our unswerving commitment to provide reliable high-performance solutions.
