Figure 1. This Fisher Triple Offset emergency shutdown valve is activated to shut down a process. All images courtesy of Emerson.
Valve proof test credit for a process trip
A process trip can shut down a process, but it can also provide valuable information about an automated valve that prevents further trips.
Jan 8th, 2020
Diaphragm-operated gas control valve. Image courtesy of Fischer Technical Services
Fischer: Know your valve’s limitations
Sep 30th, 2019
Figure 1. Control valve components from China and other countries are perfectly acceptable if manufacturing processes are certified and approved by major valve vendors. All images courtesy of Emerson Automation Solutions.
Valve sourcing goes global
Aug 12th, 2019
CI Series valve. All images courtesy of ACS Valves
How to choose the right valve rotor for processing efficiency
Jul 17th, 2019
The Fluke 710 Loop Calibrator’s built-in feedback element outputs the actual position as a percentage of open/close. All images courtesy of Fluke Corporation
Assessing smart control valve performance in less time
Jun 17th, 2019
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Four big signs your valve needs repairs
May 15th, 2019
Manufactured frac sand plant. Courtesy of IAC
McIlvaine: North America is the largest oil and gas valve market
Apr 26th, 2019
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Solenoid valve reliability in lower power operations
Apr 3rd, 2019
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Creating a sales program based on valve forecasts
Jan 23rd, 2019
Metso Q-Trim rotary globe valve. All images courtesy of Metso.
Control valve cavitation and noise prevention
Jan 21st, 2019
Figure 1. Leslie Controls K-Max high-performance rotary plug control valve. Courtesy of CIRCOR Industrial Valves America
Selecting the right control valve for your processing application
Jan 2nd, 2019
Figure 1. Emergency shutdown valves must either close or open immediately when a process upset occurs. All images courtesy of Emerson Automation Solutions
How digital valve positioners can simplify safety life cycle phases
Dec 10th, 2018
MD Series rotary valve with ACS RotorRail quick-clean design. All graphics courtesy of ACS Valves
The ABCs of NFPA valve compliance
Key terms to know when it comes to fire safety in processing plants
Oct 31st, 2018
Poppet valves like this IMI Herion* 24010 series are less vulnerable to dirt and moisture contamination than spool valves. Graphic courtesy of IMI Precision Engineering
4 potential solenoid valve failure modes and how to avoid them
Selecting the right design and construction is key to protecting processes and systems from failure caused by sticky solenoids.
Oct 18th, 2018
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New year, new event for process engineers
Learn how to effectively leverage the full capability of modern technologies for process efficiency
Jan 24th, 2018
Multiport ball valve. Image courtesy of Flo-Tite Valves & Controls
A closer look at multiport ball valves
Three- and four-way designs offer flexibility and versatility for process control.
Jan 15th, 2018
Figure 2. Common pneumatic rotary actuator motion conversion mechanisms, their typical torque output characteristics and the typical torque requirements of ball and butterfly valves. All graphics courtesy of Valin Corporation
Modern tools for control valve sizing
Efficiency and profitability depend on proper sizing and installation.
Jan 8th, 2018
Image 1. Eliminating unnecessary specs and options cuts costs and speeds delivery of control valves, such as this globe-style assembly. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Automation Solutions
How to avoid over-specifying control valves
Save money and decrease lead times, while still complying with standards and providing required performance.
Jan 2nd, 2018
Image courtesy of Siemens
Q&A: How does vibration affect valve performance?
Vibration can lead to poor positioning and unpredictable valve control.
Dec 15th, 2017
Pneumatic actuators like this rod-style cylinder are used to push, pull, rotate, clamp or convey loads for various industrial applications. Image courtesy of Norgren Inc.
Pneumatic cylinder selection
The right cylinder can ensure long-term application success and proper overall function of the machinery on which it is installed.
Sep 25th, 2017
A pneumatically automated control valve with a switch for monitoring and positioning. Image courtesy of Flo-Tite Valves & Controls
Control valves 101
Common types and designs used in process control
Jun 28th, 2017
Image 1. Disassembled view of a lug-style butterfly valve detailing bolts from either side of mating flanges, threaded into lug insert in valve body. All graphics courtesy of Asahi/America Inc.
3 keys to butterfly valve selection
With careful consideration of materials, style and proper maintenance, this workhorse valve can withstand the harshest conditions.
Jun 13th, 2017
Image 1. Proper control valve sizing helps optimize measurement and control functions. All images courtesy of Badger Meter
Control valve sizing and selection for continuous process operations
Addressing performance issues has a dramatic effect on process plant efficiency, overall profitability and asset life cycle costs.
Jun 5th, 2017
All graphics courtesy of Festo Corporation
Butterfly & ball valve automation
Proper equipment and control type selection are key for efficient and cost-effective operation
Dec 5th, 2016
Hydraulic altitude water control valves. All graphics courtesy of Singer Valve.
The next generation of level control
The same historic management provided by hydraulic altitude water control valves can now be achieved with panels and instrumentation
Nov 10th, 2016
FireChek-equipped, pneumatically actuated valve. All images courtesy of Assured Automation.
Thermal shutoff valves — then and now
A thermal shutoff valve vents a pneumatic actuator, allowing it to move to its fail-safe position.
Sep 8th, 2016