FlexiDrive remote valve operator
A simple and reliable system designed to relocate manual valve operation to a safe location
The Sofis FlexiDrive remote valve operator is a robust and straightforward mechanical solution that brings the operation of manual valves down to a safe and ergonomic position.
It enables reliable valve control from a distance, making it easy to operate valves located above, below, submerged, or in tight and confined spaces.
All from a secure and accessible area
Simplify manual valve operations
You may have to climb up, under, and around pipework.
Alternatively, scaffolding may be required, which can take time to organize and install.
A scissor lift could be used, but these have costly hire charges.
Ladders are another option, but these carry their safety risks through trips and falls.
FlexiDrive simplifies your valve operations by removing the need for any of the above.
A safe alternative to chain wheel operated valves
Chain wheels can pose significant safety and ergonomic risks, many of which often go unnoticed until a serious incident occurs.
Falling chains, entanglement, or corrosion can lead to mechanical failure, creating hazards for personnel below.
Operating chain wheels also frequently requires awkward postures and extended physical effort, increasing the risk of repetitive strain injuries, especially in facilities with numerous manual valves.
Additionally, chain wheels offer no controlled actuation, making precise or rapid valve operation difficult during critical situations, such as emergency shutdowns, which can slow response times and increase operational risk.
FlexiDrive addresses all these challenges.
Its flexible, safe, and easy-to-operate design allows valves to be controlled from accessible locations, eliminating falling object hazards, reducing physical strain, and providing reliable, controlled actuation for faster, safer, and more efficient valve operation.
A smarter alternative to fixed actuators
FlexiDrive provides a practical and reliable way to operate valves from a safe and accessible location.
Unlike fixed actuators, the FlexiDrive requires no wiring, power, or complex setup, making installation simple and cost-efficient.
Its flexible design adapts to any layout, improving safety and accessibility in areas where manual operation or traditional actuators are difficult to use.
…from up to 30 metres away…
…through walls…
…and under water.
FlexiDrive is available in both a small and a large version, allowing the right configuration to be selected based on valve size and application requirements.
Together, the two versions cover a wide range of multiturn and quarter‑turn valves using the same proven operating principle.
The smaller version is specifically designed to address needs for lighter weight, compact dimensions, and greater installation flexibility in constrained environments, delivering these benefits at only a fraction of the size and weight of the larger version.
Both FlexiDrive versions are suitable for use in hazardous environments and are designed to meet the requirements for Zone 1 and Zone 2 applications, making them well suited for use in demanding industrial and safety‑critical installations.
