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Electric Valves from UK Specialists

Motorised and electric actuated valves for every industrial application. Ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves and electric actuators — assembled, tested and shipped from our UK workshop.

30+
Years Experience
100K+
Products Available
24hr
Fast Despatch
ISO
9001 & 14001
ISO 9001 Certified
MOD Approved Supplier
Next-Day Delivery
Full Assembly & Testing
Free Technical Support

Our Electric Valve Range

From compact motorised ball valves to heavy-duty electric butterfly valves, we supply the complete range of electric actuated valves for industrial, commercial and process applications.

Electric Ball Valves

Motorised ball valves in brass, stainless steel and PVC. 2-way and 3-way configurations with on/off or modulating control. Sizes from ½" to 12".

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Electric Butterfly Valves

Electric actuated butterfly valves in wafer and lugged body styles. Ideal for large bore applications in water treatment, HVAC and process industries. Sizes from 2" to 48".

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Electric Actuators

Part-turn and multi-turn electric actuators from leading manufacturers. Compact, smart and heavy-duty ranges with ATEX, failsafe and modulating options.

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Why Choose Electric Valves?

Electric actuated valves offer precise, reliable automation for flow control across virtually every industry. Unlike manual valves, electric valves can be controlled remotely, integrated into building management systems, and programmed for modulating duty — giving you complete control over your process.

  • Remote operation and automation capability
  • Precise modulating control for flow regulation
  • No compressed air supply needed (unlike pneumatic)
  • Low maintenance with long operational life
  • Easy integration with BMS, PLC and SCADA systems
  • Failsafe options including battery backup and spring return
  • Available in standard, weatherproof and ATEX-rated versions
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Electric Valve Applications

Electric valves are used across a wide range of industries. We supply tailored solutions for every application, backed by expert technical advice.

Water & Wastewater

WRAS-approved electric butterfly valves and ball valves for potable water, treatment plants and distribution networks.

HVAC & Building Services

Motorised valves for heating, cooling, chilled water systems and building management integration.

Oil, Gas & Petrochemical

ATEX-rated electric actuated valves for hazardous areas, refineries, pipelines and offshore platforms.

Food & Beverage

Hygienic stainless steel electric ball valves and butterfly valves for food-safe processing lines.

Chemical & Pharmaceutical

Corrosion-resistant electric valves in stainless steel, PVC and PTFE-lined options for aggressive media.

Marine & Offshore

Weatherproof and corrosion-resistant electric actuated valves for shipboard systems and offshore installations.

Why Buy Electric Valves from Actuation Valve?

With over 30 years of experience in valve actuation, we don't just sell electric valves — we assemble, test and support them.

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Built & Tested In-House

Every electric actuated valve is assembled and pressure-tested in our UK workshop before despatch. We don't just drop-ship — we physically build your valves.

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Next-Day Delivery

Many standard electric valves are available for next working day delivery across the UK. Express build options available for bespoke assemblies.

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Expert Technical Support

Our engineers provide free technical advice on valve selection, sizing, actuator specification and system integration. Call us any time.

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30 Years' Experience

Established in 1994 and now one of the UK's leading independent valve and actuation specialists. ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified. MOD approved.

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Electric Valves: The Complete UK Buyer's Guide

An electric valve is any valve that uses an electric actuator to open, close or regulate flow. Electric valves — also commonly referred to as motorised valves — are used throughout industry wherever automated flow control is required without the need for a compressed air supply.

How Do Electric Valves Work?

Electric valves work by coupling an electric actuator to a manual valve body. The actuator contains an electric motor and gearbox that converts high-speed motor rotation into the torque needed to operate the valve. Part-turn actuators rotate 90° to operate ball valves and butterfly valves, while multi-turn actuators provide linear motion for gate valves and globe valves. Modern electric actuators can provide on/off switching, modulating (proportional) control, and failsafe operation via battery backup or spring return mechanisms.

Types of Electric Valve

The most common types of electric valve include electric ball valves (ideal for tight shut-off and smaller pipe sizes), electric butterfly valves (cost-effective for larger bore applications), electric gate valves (for isolation duties on water mains and pipelines), and electric globe valves (for throttling and flow regulation). Each type can be specified in a range of materials including brass, stainless steel, carbon steel, cast iron and PVC to suit the application media and temperature requirements.

Electric vs Pneumatic Valves

The main advantage of electric valves over pneumatic valves is that they require only an electrical power supply — there is no need for a compressed air system. This makes electric valves simpler to install, less expensive to run, and ideal for remote locations or applications where compressed air is not readily available. Electric actuators also offer superior modulating control and precise positioning, making them the preferred choice for BMS integration and process control applications.