What Other Testing Options Do You Provide?

When it comes to valve diagnostics, most people think of basic stroke testing or positioner checks, but SofTek Engineering offers far more than that. With the Profiler system, testing goes beyond simple verification and into complete valve performance analysis, covering mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and compliance-based testing.

More Than Just Basic Diagnostics

While many tools are limited to signal checks or calibration, SofTek’s Profiler is designed to evaluate the entire valve assembly. This means you’re not just confirming that a valve moves, you’re verifying how well it performs under real conditions.

From control valves to safety systems, Profiler provides a range of testing options that give technicians and engineers a full picture of valve health.

Control Valve & Performance Testing (ISA 75.25 Std)

One of the core testing capabilities is control valve diagnostics. This includes analyzing stroke response, position accuracy, and overall valve behavior during operation.

Profiler measures actual movement, response time, and stability, helping identify issues like stiction, hysteresis, or poor tuning. Instead of relying on positioner feedback alone, it verifies true performance by ensuring the valve is operating as intended.

Safety Valve (SIS) & ESD Testing (API 598)

For safety-critical applications, SofTek provides SIS and emergency shutdown (ESD) valve testing. These tests focus on whether a valve will respond properly during a critical event.

This includes validating stroke time, solenoid response, and overall system readiness. For engineers, this is essential for ensuring compliance and confirming that safety systems will function when needed most.

Pneumatic & Air System Testing

Air supply issues are one of the most common and often overlooked causes of valve problems. Profiler includes pneumatic diagnostics that measure supply pressure, and actuator pressure.

This allows technicians to quickly identify restrictions, leaks, or instability in the air system that could impact valve performance.

Torque, Friction & Mechanical Analysis

Profiler also provides deeper insight into the mechanical condition of the valve\. By calculating torque, breakout force, and running friction, it helps detect internal wear, packing issues, or mechanical binding.

These are the types of problems that often go unnoticed until failure, making this level of testing critical for predictive maintenance.

Leak & Integrity Testing

SofTek offers advanced seat leak and integrity testing, helping verify that valves meet industry standards such as ANSI/FCI 70-2 2006, API 598.

With precise measurement methods, technicians can confirm sealing performance and identify issues before they lead to process inefficiencies or safety concerns.

Electrical & Instrumentation Testing

Beyond mechanical and pneumatic systems, Profiler can also evaluate electrical components such as solenoids, limit switches, and motor-operated valves.

By analyzing current signatures and response behavior, it ensures that instrumentation is functioning correctly and communicating properly within the system.

Custom & Integrated Testing Solutions

One of the biggest advantages of SofTek Engineering is flexibility. Testing can be customized based on the application, whether in the field or in a shop environment.

Instead of using multiple tools for different tests, Profiler integrates everything into a single platform, allowing for consistent, repeatable testing across all valve types and manufacturers.

The Bottom Line

So, what other testing options does SofTek Engineering provide?

The real answer is: comprehensive, full-system testing. 

• AOV 

• MOV

• Hydraulic Actuator/Valves 

  
  

With the Profiler system, you’re not limited to one type of diagnostic. You have access to a complete suite of testing options that cover performance, safety, and reliability. For valve techs and engineers, that means fewer blind spots, faster troubleshooting, and greater confidence in every valve tested.