Endless pressure in the natural gas industry is nothing new…literally or figuratively. Utilities, pipeline operators, and midstream companies must work to balance aging infrastructure, rising demand, evolving regulations, and the accelerating push toward lower-carbon operations, each and every day. Consequently, the stakes couldn’t be higher for this very complex landscape.
At Armour Valve Ltd, our role is clear:
Work proactively to remain ahead of industry challenges, so our customers can perform ahead of them too.
For over 50 years, we’ve taken pride in more than simply providing valves and specialty equipment. Our approach is rooted in partnership, technical leadership, and the philosophy that good suppliers ship products—however, great suppliers help shape the future of the industry.
This belief system has guided how we support the natural gas sector today.
Understanding the Real Needs of the Natural Gas Industry
In our conversations with operators across Canada, we hear many of the same priorities:
- Reducing fugitive emissions without compromising reliability
- Preparing infrastructure for hydrogen and other low-carbon fuels
- Improving efficiency across transmission, midstream, and distribution networks
- Shortening project delays caused by long global lead times
- Protecting critical assets under severe-service conditions
These discussions shape every aspect of our work on a daily basis. As a result, we continue our investment in technologies that solve real operational challenges…not just in what’s new, but what’s needed.
Where Thought Leadership Meets Real-World Application
Our commitment to strategic leadership isn’t about publishing content for the sake of it. It’s about giving our customers clarity, insight, and solutions that actually fix problems and provide positive impact.
That’s why we consistently introduce the industry’s most proven technologies from globally recognized manufacturers—parts and elements backed by data, field performance, and decades of engineering.
A few examples:
BOEHMER Forged-Body Ball Valves
For high-pressure transmission and critical distribution systems, durability means everything. BOEHMER’s fully welded, forged-body design eliminates weak points, reduces leak paths, and supports long-term reliability—especially in Canadian regions with traditionally extreme climates. Their hydrogen-ready certification also effectively prepares operators for the transition ahead.
VRG Controls Low-Emission Technologies
As emissions reduction has become a top industry priority, VRG’s precise, low-bleed controls are helping operators significantly reduce venting and fugitive emissions. This leads to less waste, less loss, and overall more compliance.
These are the types of innovations that inevitably move the industry forward…safely, responsibly, and sustainably.
Partnership Above Transactions
At Armour Valve, we know technology solves problems–but only when it’s supported by the right knowledge and expertise.
That’s why our customers count on us for:
- Application engineering and configuration guidance
- Material selection support
- Troubleshooting and lifecycle planning
- Responsiveness that larger suppliers simply can’t match
- 8–10 week delivery on key products that often take competitors 30+ weeks
This comprehensive service offering of inventory, agility, and technical strength is a major reason Canada’s leading utilities and pipeline operators prefer to work with Armour Valve as a long-term partner.
A Future-Focused Approach to Natural Gas
We all know natural gas will play a critical role in Canada’s energy system now and for years to come. However, the way we operate these networks is changing at an increasingly rapid pace.
Whether we’re assisting with hydrogen-readiness projects, emissions-reduction strategies, or upgrades to severe-service environments, our mission remains unchanged:
Provide the natural gas sector with strategic solutions that perform today and support preparation for the future.
Let’s Shape the Industry Together
We’d like to talk and share with others leading Canada’s natural gas operations…
What’s the biggest challenge your organization is preparing for in the next 5 years?
Hydrogen integration? Emissions reduction? Asset replacement? Something else?
Share your thoughts with us—or connect directly with our team.
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