US facility expansion IMI is investing $38 million in a new US control valve facility in Lake Forest, California, signaling a strategic growth footprint in North America that presents cross-sell and regional expansion opportunities for customers in chemical, petrochemical, refining, and process industries.

Industrial safety focus The company specializes in high quality safety, control and shut-off valves for critical processes in chemical, petrochemical and refineries, offering potential sales to plants prioritizing reliability, regulatory compliance and resource conservation.

Long-term reliability With a 135-year heritage and serving both conventional and nuclear power plants, IMI demonstrates incumbent credibility and a track record for high-stakes valve solutions, making it a trusted supplier for large-scale, mission-critical projects.

Global partnerships Recent collaborations such as the FAC Engenharia alliance in Brazil indicate a regional expansion strategy and an emphasis on local partnerships, creating entry points for distributors and end-user clients in South America.

Modern testing capabilities Operating one of the most modern and efficient valve testing facilities worldwide suggests a competitive differentiator for performance validation, spare parts, and after-sales services that can be leveraged in service contracts and optimization projects.