dBX Shield™

High Rangeability Rotary Control Valve

Control valves don’t have to be loud. IMI’s dBX Shield™ valve is designed as one of the quietest, safest midstream control valves on the market. With industry-leading rangeability and flow control precision, the dBX Shield™ valve minimizes downstream vibration and noise, achieving sound reductions to as low as 60 decibels (dBA). Powered by DRAG® Technology, the dBX Shield™ controls high velocity, delivering lower noise levels and extended maintenance intervals for years to come.

As growing populations place pipelines closer to residential areas, noise reduction becomes a significant challenge. Traditional methods like valve burial for sound attenuation are costly and create issues for long-term maintenance. The dBX Shield™ valve offers a cost-effective solution, allowing installation above ground without additional noise-reducing structures. The valve can be used in an open or accessible location for easier inspection and maintenance while meeting stringent noise and vibration standards.

These advantages lower operational costs, minimize noise impact on communities, and simplify maintenance requirements. dBX Shield™ valves are available for various pressures, sizes, and operating conditions and are customizable to meet specific safety, regulatory, and performance requirements.