Like all equipment valves are subject to problems in operation, quick and accurate identification and troubleshooting of the problem is necessary to ensure that the problem doesn't impede the process or result in equipment failure. The valve body is prone to cavitation, this occurs when the fluid within occupies 2 phases, vapour and liquid, essentially … Continue reading Valve Problems-Cavitation
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Valve Actuators
These are used to remotely control a valve and are common in the modern industrial plant environment, they represent the final element of control for a particular process. They may be either air, gas or hydraulic and are classified depending on the power supply used to actuate the valve. Pneumatic actuators use air to control … Continue reading Valve Actuators