Monthly Archives: December 2015

6 More Factors That Affect Valve Sizing and Selection

In a previous post, we identified six factors that determine the sizing and selection of pressure relief valves: Connection size and type Set pressure (psig) Temperature Back pressure Service Rated capacity In this post, we’ll explore six more factors you … Continue reading

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How to Winterize Your Valves and Actuators

Winter is coming! For outdoor valves and actuators, winterization is a key component of proper maintenance and a crucial step to keep your valves working properly year-round. For example, buried valves have a gap between the torque tube and the … Continue reading

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Our Top 5 Articles of 2015

Here are the five most popular articles on our site in 2015. Thanks for reading! 40 Reasons Your Actuator Isn’t Working Actuator troubleshooting is complex. Depending on the type of actuator, the system, and other factors, there are many reasons … Continue reading

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