All About Valves and Actuators
How continuous monitoring can reduce maintenance costs, prevent unexpected failures, and extend the lifespan of control valves. By leveraging real-time data and advanced analytics, businesses can improve reliability, enhance safety,…
The importance of proper calibration, regular maintenance, and the integration of smart diagnostics. By leveraging these practices, operators can enhance reliability, reduce downtime, and improve overall process efficiency, ensuring that…
Controlling the control valve is crucial for efficient process management. In Part 1 of this series, we explore the fundamentals of control valves, their importance in regulating fluid flow, and…
This article is part of a series published by UReason about failure modes and effect analysis of essential components that are common in various industrial processes such as control valves, pneumatic actuators, electrical actuators,…
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…
This article is part of a series published by UReason describing the business case for using software solutions for continuous valve diagnostics. The series takes different viewpoints from the people…
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…