Finding a Pressure Regulator for Gas Applications in Alberta

Gas pressure regulators may seem like a dime a dozen. But when one goes bad, you can have a whole host of problems, from a poor quality product to fires. Yes, refineries often keep spare parts to avoid delays when something breaks down, but it’s impossible to be prepared for everything. When a pressure regulator fails you may not have a lot of time to shop around. To avoid downtime, you need to be able to find a pressure regulator for gas applications fast.

There are several options, including various vendors that might be on the “list.” The challenge, however, is that many vendors are experiencing supply chain and delivery issues. So, how do you find a reliable source?

Look Beyond Your Vendor List

Usually, the vendor list is the first place refineries look when a replacement pressure regulator is needed. That’s what it’s there for, after all. Your approved vendors have been onboarded and vetted, but they may not be available to meet your needs in the time frame required.

High demand and ongoing disruptions to supply chains and manufacturing operations around the world have led to a situation where even basic components like pressure regulators can be tough to find. It’s becoming increasingly difficult for suppliers to maintain inventory. For refineries, that can mean long wait times and unacceptable downtime.

Even if your preferred vendor has the pressure regulator you need in stock, delivery can still be an issue. Supply chains are still under immense pressure from global events disrupting production and shipping. The farther away from your supplier, the higher the risk of shipping delays.

Local Vendors Are More Reliable

Pressure regulators keep equipment running and gas flowing. The last thing you need is extended downtime while you wait for a part to come back in stock.

That’s why it’s so essential to have a vendor you can rely on, and it’s safest to work directly with a trusted, established company close to home. A local vendor like Edmonton Valve & Fitting will have experience with facilities in your region and knows the kinds of problems you may face. That also means they’ll know what parts and systems are most likely to fail in applications like yours, and they’ll have those parts in stock.

Advantages of Working with a Local Supplier:

There’s no replacement for face-to-face communication and an ongoing relationship with a local supplier who knows what they’re doing. If your suppliers are geographically distant or of questionable credibility, you might want to explore options available in your local area, even if it means going off the approved vendor list. Even if you’re not currently looking for a pressure regulator or equipment for gas processing, now is the time to enhance your options with reliable, local vendors that you can depend on when you are.

Pressure Regulators and Gas Equipment from Local Experts You Can Trust

Edmonton Valve & Fitting is an Alberta-based fluid systems consultant and distributor of Swagelok components and systems. We’ve been serving refineries, gas processing facilities, and chemical plants in Northern and Central Alberta for decades, and we’ve built a reputation as the region’s top experts in industrial fluid systems.

As a local supplier, we provide Alberta refineries with quick delivery, component customizations, and on-site Field Advisory services so you get exactly what you need, when you need it, and you can rest easy knowing your systems are running on quality Swagelok components. With our vast catalogue of finely-calibrated and rugged pressure regulators, we’re a preferred vendor for companies throughout northern and central Alberta. Our reliable equipment meets your process standards and demands to keep your operations running safely and efficiently.

Whether you need a pressure regulator, valves, fittings, hoses, and tubing, or any other equipment for gas processing systems, Edmonton Valve & Fitting is here to help.