An Upside to the Downturn?
Any student of economics will tell you that “creative destruction” and “disruptive technologies” are essential elements of capitalism.
Choosing the Right Fasteners
Q: What do I need to know to choose the right fasteners for my valves?
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Playing the Valve Standards Game
Although efforts have been made to coordinate U.S. standards with those of foreign standards-making bodies, surprisingly few standards have crossed borders intact.
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At VMA’s Technical Seminar, Dow's Bill Patrick Addresses Standards, Global Quality
Bill Patrick, global piping discipline technology leader for The Dow Chemical Company, addressed a group of nearly 100 valve manufacturers and end-users at VMA’s Technical Seminar in Charleston, SC, held March 5-6.
#VMAnews #standards #automation
The Well-Functioning Steam Trap
Steam traps are the most important link between the steam and condensate system.
#components #automation
NACE MR0103 and Duplex Stainless Steels
Q: Why are some suppliers reluctant to produce duplex stainless-steel valves that are compliant with NACE MR0103?
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Indices that Measure Water Scaling
Q: Why do my carbon steel valves and piping corrode when the Langlier index says they shouldn’t?
#materials #water-wastewater
Conversion of Hardness
Q: Are there any issues regarding conversion of hardness from one method or scale to another?
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Position Sensor Fundamentals
The success of automated industrial processes depends on many individual components working together flawlessly to provide a high-quality end product.
#basics #components
Portable Hardness Testers and NACE Sour Service Standards
Q: Are portable hardness testers adequate for verifying the hardness of parts for compliance to industry standards such as the NACE sour service standards?
#materials #standards #maintenance-repair