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Standards Spring from the Need to Protect 2012-08-14
Most of us in the valve industry take for granted the interchangeability and standardization of the valves produced today. Yet it wasn
'Exercise' to Keep Fit 2012-08-13
Sometimes the smallest action can ?create large savings. For example, Oaks suggests that when part of a plant is shut down, it's a good time to periodically exercise the valves and actuators.
HYDROCARBON REFINING: A Different Face to Come 2012-08-10
In the hydrocarbon industry, high prices are not necessarily good for refineries because they hurt margins significantly, according to Mark Peters, publisher of Hydrocarbon Processing and Construction
BACKGROUND OF U.S. VALVE STANDARDS 2012-08-07
United States valve standards have a long history, dating back to the first quarter of the 20th century.
Control Air Valves - They're Everywhere! 2012-08-06
Control air valves - they're everywhere! The funny thing about them (valves) is that many people take them for granted (thinking "a valve's-a valve's-a valve....") until they take time to compare.
Withstanding Stresses 2012-08-03
Strength in a valve is its ability to withstand the internal stresses generated by containing and controlling the fluid under pressure.
Corrosion Resistance 2012-08-03
The second major consideration in choosing a valve material is its corrosion resistance. Corrosion is the breakdown of a metal due to attack
STANDARDS, UNLIKE BUTTERFLIES, AREN 2012-08-02
One reality not often mentioned is the cost to produce a valve standard.
