Advancements in Blue Laser Scanning
As the industrial world continues to expand in its use of CAD data and 3D digitizing technology, the advances in blue laser scanning and structured blue light are further supporting industrial operations throughout the design, manufacture and aftermarket servicing processes.
#automation
Achieving Predictable Valve Performance for Safety Applications
A focus on having the proper specification, design and integration of final elements is key in the actuation of valves for the process industry.
Monitoring Valve Health via the Internet
Most valve end users are already using smart valve positioners on some control valves, but they may not have time to check the valve diagnostics software to notice if any valves are developing problems.
#iiot #gate-globe-check
How to Choose the Best Rapid Prototyping Method
As new products are designed, including valve bodies and the parts that comprise the finished valve, prototypes must be created.
#basics
Valves in Oxygen Service
In his presentation at VMA’s 2017 Technical Seminar, Kurt Larson, a process control engineer for Air Products, spoke about the inherent danger of the oxygen production business and how it is particularly important for end users and valve manufacturers to work closely together.
#VMAnews #maintenance-repair
Are Your Safety Instrumented Systems Proof Tests Effective?
Many people assume that a proof test of a safety function is 100% effective.
#knowyourvalves
Design Considerations for High-Temperature Sealing
With growing pressure to combat fugitive emissions and meet strict industry regulations, understanding the latest sealing technologies and design considerations for component solutions in severe applications is becoming increasingly critical.
#standards #pressure-relief
Valves Help Achieve Net-Zero Water Use
With drought and climate change affecting countries around the world, there is a tremendous need for development of sustainable architecture.
#water-wastewater
VMA Technical Event: Engineering Valves in the Extreme
While much the 2017 VMA Technical Seminar, held March 2-3 in Nashville, focused on numbers, statistics and specifications, attendees were reminded in a highly charged, emotional presentation by safety awareness speaker Brad Livingston just why it is important to be so vigilant when engineering valves in the extreme.
#VMAnews
Velan Awarded Nuclear Valve Contracts in China Worth $36M
Velan has been awarded important contracts for the supply of nuclear class valves to China Nuclear Power Engineering Corporation (CNPEC), China Nuclear Power Engineering Co.