Looking for proven valve solutions for demanding industrial applications?

Able Instruments & Controls Ltd has expanded its engineered solutions portfolio with the addition of Barksdale’s precision-engineered industrial valve range.

Able Instruments has expanded its valve and control solutions portfolio with the introduction of Barksdale Valves. The Barksdale range strengthens Able’s ability to support customers who need reliable, safety-critical valve performance across demanding industrial environments, backed by Able’s application expertise and UK based support.

What’s new: Barksdale valves now available from Able

Able’s industrial valve portfolio includes hydraulic and pneumatic solutions from Barksdale, covering compact control valves, OEM-configurable options, high-pressure valves, pressure relief valves and heavy-duty designs for demanding operating environments.

Whether you are designing a new system, upgrading existing equipment or sourcing reliable valve solutions for long-term operation, Able can help you select the correct valve based on pressure, media, installation constraints and application requirements.

Why valves matter: reliability, repeatability and correct specification

Industrial valves are often installed in safety-critical or uptime-critical systems, where dependable switching, control and pressure management directly affect process integrity. Correct specification depends on factors such as operating pressure, media compatibility, porting, actuation method and installation constraints.

For engineers and maintenance teams, the goal is simple: a valve solution that performs predictably in service, is correctly integrated into the system, and is supported with the documentation and technical guidance required to keep operations running smoothly.

Explore the Barksdale range – a complete family of valve solution

The Barksdale range now available from Able covers multiple valve types and use cases, including:

• Shear-Seal manual directional control air valves – contamination-tolerant pneumatic control for demanding industrial environments
• Actuated heavy-duty valves (Series II) – automated directional control for robust industrial and OEM applications
• Series 8020 pressure relief valves – pressure protection where reliable relief performance is essential

How Able supports specification and long-term performance

Able supports customers through the selection process to ensure valve technology, configuration and integration are appropriate for the duty. This includes application-led guidance on pressure and media requirements, installation constraints, porting and actuation choices, plus support with product documentation and ordering information.

This approach reduces selection risk, improves system fit, and helps customers achieve reliable long-term operation across hydraulic, pneumatic and process environments.

About Able Instruments & Controls

For over 40 years, Able Instruments & Controls Ltd has specialised in supplying and supporting industrial measurement and control solutions. As an independent, employee-owned company, Able is focused on engineering integrity, responsive service and practical technical support across the full lifecycle.

FAQ: What does the addition of Barksdale Valves mean for Able customers?
It means customers can now source a broader range of proven industrial valve solutions from Able, with application guidance and UK based support to help ensure correct selection, integration and long-term reliability.

Next steps: view the valve range or speak to a product specialist

If you are specifying valves for a new design, upgrading existing equipment, or reviewing valve reliability in service, Able can help you identify the most appropriate Barksdale solution for your application.

View the valves category or contact Able for guidance:

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