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Listed on Mar 03,2021
INSTRUMENT CALIBRATION: HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU DO IT
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Instrument calibration is absolutely essential. There are no two ways about it. It can be defined as the process of comparing the measurements made by the instrument to be calibrated against a calibration standard of known accuracy. The device under test can also be calibrated by comparing with an instrument known for its accurate results. Whe...
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Listed on Mar 03,2021
5 SIGNS INDICATING THAT YOU NEED A FLOW METER UPGRADE
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Time and constant usage are two factors that deteriorate the quality of any equipment. They affect the performance, accuracy and efficiency. The same can be said about your flow meter system. If it is not achieving the desired outputs, you must upgrade it. Here are 5 signs that indicate you need to upgrade your flow meter: Changes in the ...
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Listed on Feb 25,2021
Measuring pressure with transducers
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The measurement of pressure had once been a monopoly of Bourdon tube pressure gauges, and if you wanted to check the pressure at any location in a fluid power circuit, you had to go right to the source to install a pressure gauge at the location you wished to measure. The invention of test points and micro-bore hoses allowed for some distance betwe...
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Listed on Feb 25,2021
What is an Instrumentation Manifold and Why Do I Need One?
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Instrumentation manifolds are a combination of several valves in one body with multiple connections. This piece of equipment assists pressure instruments directly and indirectly in measuring and equalizing pressures, differential pressures, static, gauge, and variable in process instrumentation lines by bleeding, blocking, and calibrating. Man...
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Listed on Feb 19,2021
How Does A Butterfly Valve Work
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Butterfly valves are one of the most useful valves you can install in your service. It covers all three major functions so you get the best of all three kinds of valves. It can start, stop and control the flow of media. This article guides you to understand the butterfly valve more by knowing how it works, understanding the different kinds of butte...
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Listed on Feb 19,2021
Difference Between Gate Valve And Globe Valve
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Gate valves and globe valves are two of the most common valves used in industrial applications. Both contribute greatly to any industrial services. They may look alike but these valves function differently. In this article, you will know what makes the gate and globe individually unique as well as the major differences between the two valves. ...
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Listed on Feb 11,2021
The working principles of a PID controller
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A proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller is a control loop mechanism widely used in industrial control systems and other applications that require continuously modulated control. As implied by its name, the PID controller combines proportional control with additional integral and derivative adjustments, helping the unit to automatic...
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Listed on Feb 11,2021
UNDERSTANDING VARIABLE FREQUENCY DRIVES AND APPLICATIONS
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Variable frequency drives (VFDs) are solid-state electronic motor controllers that efficiently meet varying process requirements by adjusting the frequency and voltage of power supplied to an alternating current (AC) motor, enabling it to operate over a wide speed range. Understanding variable frequency drives and applications External sensor...
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Listed on Feb 05,2021
How high pressure ball valves can benefit your application
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Ball valves are easier to operate at higher pressures due to the control surface being spherical. This means less loading therefore requiring less torque to close the valve, even under extremely high flow rates. This, combined with their quarter-turn configuration, makes high pressure ball valves extremely beneficial in applications such as shut-of...
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Listed on Feb 05,2021
Which check valve type is best for your application?
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Here at Fluid Controls, we understand that with all the different variations of check valves on the market, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is right for your application. That is why we have devised this blog to eliminate the stress of trawling the internet for answers and to help you choose the appropriate product once and for all. ...
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Listed on Jan 28,2021
Manifold Applications in the Oil and Gas Industry
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Manifolds are used extensively throughout the oil and gas industry for the distribution of gases and fluids. They are designed to converge multiple junctions into a single channel or diverge a single channel into multiple junctions. Simple manifold systems typically are used to divide one supply input to multiple outputs, while more complex systems...
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Listed on Jan 28,2021
How Many Types of Bourdon Tube are There in Automation
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Basically they are designed to follow the physical law that, within the elastic limit, stress is proportional to strain (Hooke’s Law), that is deflection is proportional to the pressure applied. Types of Bourdon Tube There are 3 main types of elastic elements for pressure measurement, namely -- Bourdon Tubes, -- Bellows, and -- Diaphra...
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Listed on Jan 20,2021
What are pneumatic cylinders?
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Many industrial applications require linear motion during their operating sequence. One of the simplest and most cost effective ways to accomplish this is with a pneumatic actuator, often referred to as an air cylinder. An actuator is a device that translates a source of static power into useful output motion. It can also be used to apply a force. ...
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Listed on Jan 20,2021
Do’s and Don’ts in PLC
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The common Do’s and Don’ts of PLC wiring discussed below. 1) First of all you need a wiring diagram form the manufacturer. 2) Every PLC may have a different wiring diagram. 3) So, be careful about power wiring as well as I/O wiring. 4) Find out if the PLC is powered by an AC voltage or DC voltage first. 5) If it is powered ...
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Listed on Jan 12,2021
Difference between AC and DC Solenoid Valves
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The purpose of the solenoid coil is to convert electrical energy into a linear motion. Principle A solenoid valve is an electrically controlled device. The valve consists of a copper wire wound around a hollow form, which is an electric coil with a movable ferromagnetic core also called a plunger located in its center. In the rest positi...
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Listed on Jan 12,2021
Difference between Smart Transmitter and Ordinary Transmitter
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In the present times, Smart transmitters are widely used in process industries. However, ordinary transmitters still exist in various industries, its application is confined to non-critical and applications of less importance. Ordinary Transmitter Ordinary pressure transmitters give a 4-20 mA signal output on a two-wire connection, corres...
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Listed on Jun 05,2020
Difference between contactors and relays
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Contactors and relays are two closely related terms leading to confusions and misinterpretations most of the times. Both of them are electrically operated switches used for control and switching of loads. The basic principle of operation of the contactor and the relay are the same. The difference between them is in term of their application and whe...
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Listed on Jun 05,2020
Pressure Switch Basics and Selection Tips
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Pressure switches are commonly used in a wide variety of industrial and commercial applications. To meet the varying demands of these applications, numerous pressure switch designs are available. The key to selecting the best pressure switch for your application is understanding the differences in pressure switch designs. Sensing Technologies ...
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Listed on May 06,2020
Advantages and Disadvantages of Pneumatic Instruments
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The disadvantages of pneumatic instruments are painfully evident to anyone familiar with both pneumatic and electronic instruments. Sensitivity to vibration, changes in temperature, mounting position, and the like affect calibration accuracy to a far greater degree for pneumatic instruments than electronic instruments. Compressed air is an expensiv...
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Listed on May 06,2020
Types of Bourdon Tube
By Admin
Basically they are designed to follow the physical law that, within the elastic limit, stress is proportional to strain (Hooke’s Law), that is deflection is proportional to the pressure applied. Types of Bourdon Tube There are 3 main types of elastic elements for pressure measurement, namely -- Bourdon Tubes, -- Bellows, and -- Diaphra...
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Listed on Apr 30,2020
5 REASONS TO INSTALL A VALVE ACTUATOR
By Admin
When I walked out into our Service Center last week, I was surprised to see 5 extremely large gate valves sitting on the floor. According to our valve technician, he was going to be adding actuators to control the isolation valves. Though opening and closing the valves could be achieved by using the hand wheels that came with the valve, it would be...
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Listed on Apr 30,2020
WHAT IS A PRESSURE SENSOR?
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If you are reading this article, then you are probably wondering what exactly is a pressure sensor. Today, we will hopefully cover all of the questions you may have about pressure sensors. What is Pressure? To understand pressure sensors, first, you need to understand the pressure. Pressure is an expression of force exerted on a surf...
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Listed on Apr 20,2020
What is an Orifice Meter?
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An orifice meter is a conduit and a restriction to create a pressure drop. An hour glass is a form of orifice. A nozzle, venturi or thin sharp edged orifice can be used as the flow restriction. In order to use any of these devices for measurement it is necessary to empirically calibrate them. That is, pass a known volume through the meter and note ...
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Listed on Apr 20,2020
What Is Water Flow Meter And What Type Of Application Is Suited For It?
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Water flow meters are used to measure the volume of water used in commercial and residential buildings. The water is supplied to homes and offices via a public water supply system. Water meters may also be used at water sources or throughout the water system to calculate the flow rate of a part of the system. Water flow meters may also measure the ...
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Listed on Apr 15,2020
Pneumatic Actuator (Air Cylinder) Basics
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There are thousands of industrial applications that require a linear motion during their operation sequence. One of the simplest and most cost effective ways to accomplish this is with a pneumatic actuator. Pneumatic actuators are also very clean operating because the operating fluid is a gas, which prevents leakage from dripping and contaminating ...
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Listed on Apr 15,2020
Control electronics for proportional valves at Instronline
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For simple and inexpensive control of a proportional valve, Wandfluh, based in Frutigen, Switzerland, has developed the PD3 digital amplifier electronics unit. The device can mount directly on a solenoid coil or connect to a standard solenoid coil with a cable. The product has a standardized IO-Link interface. It permits digital communication,...
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Listed on Mar 30,2020
What is an Orifice Flange ?
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An Orifice Flange is used in combination with orifice meters to measure the flow rate of oil, gas and other liquids conveyed by the pipeline. Orifice flanges are manufactured to ASME B16.36 in multiple sizes and, material grades. An orifice flange is used to measure the flow of the fluid conveyed by the pipeline via a flow nozzle positioned on...
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Listed on Mar 30,2020
What’s Wrong With Your Actuator? 5 Things to Check
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About a year ago, we published a blog post called 40 Reasons Your Actuator Isn’t Working. Since then, the article has generated thousands of views, and it continues to get hundreds more every month. While there may be 40 reasons valve actuators may stop working, there are really only a handful of components that can cause the problems. So, if ...
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Listed on Mar 19,2020
Types of Sensors used in Vibration Measurement
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BRIEF EXPLANATION OF VIBRATION SENSOR PRINCIPLES: 1. VELOCITY SENSORS Electromagnetic linear velocity transducers : Typically used to measure oscillatory velocity. A permanent magnet moving back and forth within a coil winding induces an emf in the winding. This emf is proportional to the velocity of oscillation of the magnet. This permanent ...
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Listed on Mar 19,2020
What Types of motors can be used with variable frequency drives?
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The various types of industrial motors that can be used with variable frequency drives are: Dc motor: dc motors are still in production although the number of active manufacturers has decreased considerably, specifically those that are still manufacturing large dc motors (> 1 MW). Ac asynchronous squirrel cage motor: This type of motor...
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Listed on Mar 13,2020
Types of Bourdon Tube
By Admin
Basically they are designed to follow the physical law that, within the elastic limit, stress is proportional to strain (Hooke’s Law), that is deflection is proportional to the pressure applied. Types of Bourdon Tube There are 3 main types of elastic elements for pressure measurement, namely -- Bourdon Tubes, -- Bellows, and -- Diaphra...
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Listed on Mar 13,2020
A brief guide on the types of automation
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Automation is the trend today, everywhere universally. It is the changing the work efficacy to a great extent and also referred to as automatic control. It is being used in factories, automobile, paper, packaging industry, etc. There are even some processes in which they are completely automated and did you know for a fact that there are sever...
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Listed on Mar 06,2020
Water flow meter: the most important types and applications
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All water flow meter types have unique working principles, specific benefits, and costs. A water flow meter measures the amount of water flowing through a pipe. There are several working principles to choose from, depending on the application, maintenance needs, and budget. The four most common water flow meter types are turbine (also called m...
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Listed on Mar 06,2020
Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meter: types, advantages, and applications
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Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters are portable metering devices that measure volume flow in industrial applications from outside the pipe wall, without breaking the line, using ultrasound. Most flow meters have to be mounted inside the pipe (inline), which takes more time and requires the machinery to be dismounted and the work paused. Portable ...
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Listed on Feb 28,2020
Principle, Limitations, Calibration and configuration of Ultrasonic Level Transmitter
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Measurement principle Continuous non‐contacting ultrasonic level measurement is based on the time of flight principle. An ultrasonic level instrument measures the time between sound energy transmitter from the sensor, to the surface of the measured material and the echo returning to the sensor. As the speed of sound is known through the ...
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Listed on Feb 28,2020
Where are manifolds used?
By Admin
Manifolds are used in my many fluid power applications, depending upon the application. Manifolds are used in hydraulics as well as pneumatics, and can be used to mount valves or to consolidate plumbing. When used for mounting valves, they are the interface between the valves and the ports to be plumbed into. With industrial style hydraulic va...
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Listed on Feb 24,2020
Advantages and Disadvantages of Pneumatic Instruments
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The disadvantages of pneumatic instruments are painfully evident to anyone familiar with both pneumatic and electronic instruments. Sensitivity to vibration, changes in temperature, mounting position, and the like affect calibration accuracy to a far greater degree for pneumatic instruments than electronic instruments. Compressed air is an expensiv...
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Listed on Feb 24,2020
What are the Orifice Plate Flow Requirements?
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The orifice flow meter is a well-established flow measurement method. The sizing, dimension, and installation requirement is dictated by the ISO 5167-1 & ISO 5167-2. Basically, the orifice sizing is involving a coefficient that was determined from the empirical test. This coefficient is the coefficient of discharge. During the test, the fl...
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Listed on Feb 13,2020
What is a PID Controller?
By Admin
A PID controller is an instrument used in industrial control applications to regulate temperature, flow, pressure, speed and other process variables. PID (proportional integral derivative) controllers use a control loop feedback mechanism to control process variables and are the most accurate and stable controller. PID control is a well-establ...
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Listed on Feb 13,2020
What is a Coriolis Flow Meter and how does it work
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A Coriolis flow meter is a type of mass flow meter. It is designed differently and works differently than thermal or differential mass flow meters. The first industrial Coriolis patents date back to the 1950s with the first Coriolis mass flow meters built in the 1970s. How Does a Coriolis Flow Meter Work? A Coriolis mass flow meter measures m...
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Listed on Jan 31,2020
Why is Industrial Automation Important?
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Over the past years, there has been a positive growth in the global industrial automation industry. According to a report, industrial automation market is expected to reach USD 153.83 Billion by 2022, growing at a CAGR of 5.10% between 2017 and 2022. Moreover, usage of automation techniques is on the rise and is expected to continue rising for the ...
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Listed on Jan 31,2020
All You Need to Know About Ball Valves
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What are Ball Valves? Ball valves are quarter-turn valves that use a hollow, perforated, and pivoting ball to control the flow of materials from one opening to the next. The valve can be open, closed, or partially open to allow gasses, liquids, and slurry materials pass through it. Ball valves are used in applications where tight shut-off is requi...
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Listed on Jan 23,2020
Ball Valve vs. Gate Valve: Which One is Better For Your Application?
By Admin
Valves are an important component of any kind of piping system. They help start, stop, and regulate the flow of materials and prevent leaks and unwanted flow. Valves are vital to the operations of many machinery and equipment across various industries and applications. It is hard to imagine a set-up where valves are not involved. However, not all v...
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Listed on Jan 23,2020
Types of Sensors Used in Industrial Automation
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A Sensor is a device that identifies the progressions in electrical or physical or other quantities and in a way to deliver a yield as an affirmation of progress in the quantity. In simple terms, Industrial Automation Sensors are input devices which provide an output (signal) with respect to a specific physical quantity (input). Sensors used i...
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Listed on Jan 14,2020
Guidelines For Selecting Right Valve For Your Industrial Application
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Industrial valve selection criteria Basic knowledge on the industrial performance requirements, is an important factor which is going to make your valve selection procedure easier. It is advisable to keep the following five points in mind, before starting the valve selection procedure, to ensure that you exactly know what you are looking for: ...
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Listed on Jan 14,2020
A Guide For Selecting Industrial Transmitters For Manufacturing Industry
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In terms of pressure and temperature, the industrial transmitters are types of electronic devices, that are designed to provide accurate measurements. The usage of transmitters allows for the monitoring and control of applications, thus ensuring stability, reliability, and safety of processes. Moreover, the industrial transmitters are designed with...
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Listed on Jan 03,2020
Control electronics for proportional valves at Instronline
By Admin
For simple and inexpensive control of a proportional valve, Wandfluh, based in Frutigen, Switzerland, has developed the PD3 digital amplifier electronics unit. The device can mount directly on a solenoid coil or connect to a standard solenoid coil with a cable. The product has a standardized IO-Link interface. It permits digital communication,...
Read More
Listed on Jan 03,2020
WHAT IS A PRESSURE SENSOR?
By Admin
If you are reading this article, then you are probably wondering what exactly is a pressure sensor. Today, we will hopefully cover all of the questions you may have about pressure sensors. What is Pressure? To understand pressure sensors, first, you need to understand the pressure. Pressure is an expression of force exerted on a surf...
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Listed on Dec 26,2019
5 REASONS TO INSTALL A VALVE ACTUATOR
By Admin
When I walked out into our Service Center last week, I was surprised to see 5 extremely large gate valves sitting on the floor. According to our valve technician, he was going to be adding actuators to control the isolation valves. Though opening and closing the valves could be achieved by using the hand wheels that came with the valve, it would be...
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Listed on Dec 26,2019
BASICS OF VALVE POSITIONERS
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There are a lot of different types of valve positioners out there. How do you know if you need a pneumatic, electric or electro-pneumatic positioner? In this post, we'll cover the basics of valve positioners in general, as well as an overview of the different valve positioner types. A valve positioner is a device that adjusts the valve actuato...
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