All About Valves and Actuators
(Original article in German from Chemie Technik) Valves are indispensable in modern production processes, and their reliability and functionality are essential for ensuring smooth operation. Valve diagnostics must be performed…
When you think about the unsung heroes that keep our world running smoothly, ball valves might not be the first things that come to mind. However, these mechanical marvels play a crucial role in controlling the…
In the realm of flow control, globe valves have earned a reputation for precision and versatility. With their unique design and wide range of applications, these valves have become a…
In a control system overshoot refers to the situation where the output of the system exceeds the desired value. This can occur when the control system, the control loop, tries…
Control valve diagnostics with industry 4.0 enabled valve couplings Control valves are critical components in industrial processes, responsible for controlling flow rates, pressures, and temperatures. These valves need to work…
Highest number of maintenance job openings in the last 15 years … and digitalization is the (only) solutions. This is especially true for the maintenance of valves. In the foreseeable…
One of the key responsibilities of a Reliability Engineer is to implement a reliability plan identifying inspection and value-added preventive maintenance tasks as well as replacement planning. The reliability plan…
There are several databases that exist that have Mean Time To Failure (MTTF) and Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) data for industrial assets. Some examples include: Note though that the…
3D printing technology has been making waves in the manufacturing industry, with its ability to create complex designs quickly and efficiently. Now, the technology is being applied to valve production,…
This guide teaches the basic fundamentals of cavitation to provide the reader with an understanding of what causes cavitation, when it occurs, and the potential problems cavitation can cause to…