In process flow control, there are many factors affecting variability, but the greatest contributor is the control valve’s performance. Issues associated with control valves, such as dead band, ...

Learning the basics can ease loop tuning frustration and ensure stability. During plant operations, it seems that tuning control loops is an ongoing task, which can be a continual frustration to ...

ifm's new positioner for quarter-turn valves expands the MVQ series of valve sensors. MALVERN, PA / ACCESSWIRE / October 31, 2024 / ifm efector, inc. (ifm), a leading provider of sensors, controls, ...

Dublin, Dec. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Valve Positioner Market by Type (Digital, Pneumatic, Electro-pneumatic), Actuation (Single-acting, Double-acting), Industry (Oil & Gas, Energy & Power, ...

If you suddenly have the need for a two-way, flow control valve — from a valve-selection standpoint — what kind of questions do you ask yourself? Many, perhaps, don’t ask any questions and may make ...

Feedwater control valves play a critical role in boiler operation. One important parameter of their design is the pressure drop at the rated condition as well as off-design conditions. However, ...

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Choked flow in control valves is a subject of serious concern for industrial users. The term is usually associated with destructive process conditions that can damage valve internals or expose ...