Tag: Control Valve Failure

How to map control valve failure modes to an FMEA, listing components, potential failure modes, effects, causes, current controls, and recommended actions. It also explains the calculation of the Risk…

Discussing the failure modes of solenoid valves, which are critical in controlling the flow of liquids or gases in various applications. Common failure modes such as valves being stuck open…

Electric actuators are essential in controlling valves and other mechanical components in various industrial applications. This article discusses the common failure modes of electric actuators, including power supply issues, mechanical…

Improving the reliability of control valves is crucial to prevent costly unplanned shutdowns and cascading failures in industrial plants. The UReason Control Valve App leverages AI and expert systems to…

Pneumatic actuators are commonly used in industrial processes to control the movement of valves, dampers, and other mechanical components. These actuators rely on compressed air or gas to generate motion…

Control valves can experience several failure modes/mechanisms that can impact their performance and, in turn, affect the overall process. Some of the common control valve failure modes are: Up Next:…

This blog is part of a series of blogs published by UReason about failure modes and effect analysis of essential components that are common in various industrial processes. It focuses…

Industrial control valves are an essential part of many industrial processes. They control the flow of gases, liquids, and slurries in pipelines and other process systems. These valves are designed…

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…

A frozen valve in the lower stage rocket booster of SpaceX delays its debut flight. Valve freeze in pressure-fed engines can have several causes, including: Rocket boosters and other spacecraft…