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Emerson / Fisher vs Velan

How Emerson / Fisher and Velan compare on origin, specialisation and valve range — and the Vajra alternative to both, supplied to the same standards with full certification.

Emerson / Fisher vs Velan: what is the difference?

Emerson / Fisher (USA (Marshalltown, Iowa), est. 1880 (Fisher); Emerson acquisition 1992) is known for Control valves, smart positioners, ESD valves - DeltaV DCS / SIS integration. Velan (Canada (Montreal), est. 1950) is known for High-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas. They overlap most in ball valves, gate valves. Below is the side-by-side, then the Vajra equivalent — a peer manufacturer supplying the same standards.

Emerson / FisherVelan
OriginUSA (Marshalltown, Iowa)Canada (Montreal)
Founded1880 (Fisher); Emerson acquisition 19921950
Known forControl valves, smart positioners, ESD valves - DeltaV DCS / SIS integrationHigh-quality forged gate, globe, check valves - nuclear, power, oil & gas
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Where Emerson / Fisher and Velan compete

The Vajra alternative to both

Vajra Industrial Solutions is a peer valve manufacturer supplying API 6D / ASME B16.34 certified valves equivalent to both Emerson / Fisher and Velan — under one PO, with full documentation.

  • Actuated on/off assemblies with ISO 5211 mounting for common valve topworks
  • ATEX Zone 1/2 and SIL-rated assemblies available
  • Significantly lower unit cost for non-control (on/off) duty valves
  • Fast dispatch from India for shutdown and emergency requirements

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Reviewed by Product Engineering, Vajra Industrial SolutionsDiscipline: Valve Product EngineeringLast reviewed: 20 June 2026

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