Challenger Valves

Show time!
2026 QLD Water Industry Operations Conference and Exhibition is being held on 24th and 25th June 2026 at the GC sports and leisure centre.
Our QLD team are ready to greet you on Stand 94
We have our custom-made flow rig available for live demonstrations, along with our experienced staff Andre, Henry, Jay and Jesse.

Another day another in-house training session.

Yesterday, staff at our Brisbane Branch welcomed a local QLD council to undertake Cla-Val Automatic Control Valve training.
Topics covered included
1) Basic understanding of how hydraulic control valves work
2) Basic trouble shooting on-site
3) Valve overhaul procedure
4) Tips and tricks
5) Hands on live demonstrations using our purpose build Cla-Val flow rig.

We can offer custom valve and actuator training onsite at our Head Office in Shepparton or QLD branch. Please reach out to our Sales Team with any requests for individual or team training.

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The Challenger Valves training room was put to good use today, with training delivered by David Mohorovicic from Rotork Australia.

The session provided a valuable overview of the Rotork IQ and IQT range of electric actuators, including general sales analysis, key product features, and application insights.

Training also covered sizing and selection programs, with practical guidance tailored for both our Internal Sales and Valve Assembly teams.

Overall, it was a highly informative session that will further strengthen our product knowledge and capability when supporting customers and upcoming projects.

The Challenger Valves Crew at

Many years of experience and expertise in this photo.

Representation from our General Manager Kelvin Williams, Internal Sales Manager Daniel Aitken, National Sales Manager Steven Hill Internal Sales team, Queensland Branch and NSW Branch members,
Special Guest Glynn from Cla-Val - Flow Control Valve specialist.

Australia's biggest Water network and trade show - being held in Brisbane over the next 3 days
Ozwater26 Our Water. Our Tomorrow
We are set up and ready to invite you to view our stand and products.
How good does this stand look?
, Australian Water Association

🎉 Long Service Legends Alert! 🎉
We escaped the desks today for a very important reason… lunch 🍽️ (and also to celebrate a few big milestones 😄).
Huge shoutout to:
👏 Coops (20 years) Our Dispatch legend who keeps things moving (most of the time 😆) and our slightly questionable OHS rep — but we wouldn’t have it any other way!
Coops, you bring the laughs, the chaos, and somehow still get the job done. You’re a huge part of the team and definitely one of the most well-loved characters around here 👊
Thanks for all the hard work, the banter, and keeping things “interesting” over the years!
👏Matt (20 years) Warehouse: Our sturdy, reliable quiet achiever — Matt is the kind of team member you can always count on. He just gets in, gets it done, and never makes a fuss… but his hard work definitely doesn’t go unnoticed.
No drama, no spotlight — just consistent effort and a great attitude every day 💪
Thanks Matt for everything you do — we’re lucky to have you on the team!
👏 Dave has clocked up 30 years with Challenger Valves 👏
In that time, it’s fair to say Dave has done just about every job there is… and probably a few that weren’t even in the job description 😆
Need to know how something works? Ask Dave.
Need to know why something isn’t working? Definitely ask Dave.
Need to know how it was done back in the day? Dave’s your man.
His knowledge is second to none, his experience is invaluable, and let’s be honest — there’s not much that happens around here that Dave hasn’t seen before 👊
Thanks for 30 years of hard work, loyalty, and keeping the rest of us on track (whether we asked for it or not 😂).

All jokes aside, we’re lucky to have such a dedicated crew. Thanks for the years of hard work—and for hanging around this long!
📸 Proof we actually left work for lunch below

Understanding water supply planning is crucial for sustainable community growth. Western Australia's resources are under pressure as double water usage since the 1980s coincides with reduced rainfall. The Water Supply Planning team tackles this issue by coordinating with stakeholders to forecast demands and ensure water security through effective management.

This strategic approach aligns with Challenger Valves' dedication to innovating reliable valve solutions crucial for water management and infrastructure. Our commitment to sustainable practices plays a role in optimizing water utility systems, ensuring efficient water use amid Australian climate challenges.

Learn more about these water management efforts in the "Water Supply Planning" resource by Western Australian Government: https://bit.ly/4dDXeLM

Water supply planning Economic growth and a drying climate are major challenges for water resource management and water supply development.

Challenger Valves is proud to be exhibiting at in Brisbane next week.
We have a large team heading to this fantastic event. You can find us under the big blue arch at stand number S12
A large range of products will be on display along with our innovative 'Flow Rig' for demonstrations.
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See you there

And that's a wrap for Challenger Valves at Fire Australia show

All set up at Fire Australia 2026 - Australia's largest Fire Protection Industry event
Come and see our team and explore our range of FM/UL listed Fire Control and Isolation Valves
Live demonstrations available throughout the day