15/10/2026
When discussing low cost of ownership, there are few examples more convincing than this.
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Recently, a customer contacted us regarding an existing MV-E DN700 knife gate valve that was originally supplied by Stafsjö in 1997.
Nearly 30 years later, the valve is still in operation in a paper mill process.
We manufacture and deliver a significant number of MV valves every year, and while we know they are built for demanding applications and is a trusted choice, it is not every day we receive feedback on equipment that has been performing reliably for almost three decades!
But a long service life is about much more than durability.
It means fewer replacements, reduced maintenance requirements, less downtime, and a lower environmental footprint.
In short, it is what low cost of ownership is all about.
The valve's longevity is supported by its service-friendly design.
Features such as Stafsjö's fl**ge ring system, straightforward maintenance procedures and long-term spare parts availability help keep valves operating year after year, even in demanding applications.
This is sustainability in practice.
Not simply extending the life of a product, but maximizing the value of the resources already invested in it.
Because while we expect our valves to last, hearing from one that's still doing its job three decades later is something special.
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Do you need spare parts for your Stafsjö valve?
Contact us at [email protected] and we'll help you keep it running for years to come!
