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Choosing the Right Size Control Valve

Posted by Baelz North America | May 17, 2018 12:23:00 PM | 1 Comment

To ensure optimal system performance, safety, and reliability, it’s critical to ensure the right size valve is used. Proper valve sizing allows for reduced costs, less downtime, and fewer labor needs — keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Below are some key points to keep in mind when sizing control valves.

 

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The Relationship Between Valve Chatter and Control Valve Orientation

Posted by Baelz North America | Nov 15, 2016 9:36:23 AM | 1 Comment


Valve Chatter

As systems expand and become more complex, the cause behind maintenance issues can vary – particularly with valves. During the course of valve management and maintenance, it’s likely that every technician will hear the familiar sounds of valve chatter.

Chattering is more than an auditory nuisance. Left unaddressed, chatter can and will lead to damaged valve components, reduced valve lifespan, costly downtime, and potential system-wide failure.

Download the guide: Avoid valve chatter due to improper valve orientation

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