Creep Strength Enhanced Ferritic Materials in Thermal Power Applications
The designers of modern thermal power plants continue to work hard to improve plant efficiency by increasing the heat rate as a function of main-steam pressure and temperature.
#pressure-relief #materials
Electric Actuator Commissioning
Typically, electric actuator commissioning is performed when the actuator is installed at site.
#actuators
Valve Inspection: An Essential Job
Industrial valves perform key functions in fluid processes and their failure can be detrimental to any major piping system or process.
#automation
Lifecycle Management of Pressure Relief Valves
Accurately specified and appropriately maintained pressure relief valves (PRVs) are critical to protect plant personnel and equipment against unexpected overpressure events.
#pressure-relief #automation
The Latest from ISA, ASME, API and MSS
At the recent Valve Industry Knowledge Forum, Stan Hale, senior director of Supply Chain, MRC Global, reported on the status of International Society of Automation’s (ISA) TR96.05.01, and Carlos Davila, PE, product manager—Americas for Crane ChemPharma & Energy, gave updates on several standards from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), American Petroleum Institute (API) and Manufacturer Standardization Society (MSS). Here are condensed reports based on their presentations.
#automation #standards
Valve Selection for Bypass of Control Valves: A Case Study
A bypass line including a bypass valve is typically installed to provide continuous operation in case of regular maintenance of a control valve.
#maintenance-repair
Evolution of Butterfly Valves on Aircraft Carriers
Butterfly valves are an integral part of keeping an aircraft carrier’s firemain system operating smoothly.
#ball-butterfly-plug #automation #knowyourvalves
Understanding Surface Finish in Metal 3D Printing of Valves
While metal AM provides a host of positive advantages, it’s important to understand the realities of as-printed surface roughness.
#materials #basics
Valve Repair Specialists Enjoy a Variety of Educational Sessions
This year’s Valve Repair Council Meeting, Tour & Exhibits in Houston, June 6-8, provided the attendees with an excellent program of sessions designed for skilled professionals in the valve repair and rebuild industry.
#maintenance-repair