The Evolution of Valve Automation for Emergency Shutdowns
Valve failures happen, but having a well-planned and tested emergency shutdown system can limit lost time and expenses.
Solenoid Valves: Direct-Acting Versus Pilot-Operated
During a recent training session with VMA members, one of the most frequently asked questions I get from people came up: What’s the difference between direct-acting and pilot-operated solenoid valves (SOV), and how do we choose between them?
Solenoid Valves: Direct Acting vs. Pilot-Operated
While presenting in a recent VMA Valve Basics 101 Course in Houston, I found myself in a familiar role: explaining solenoid valves (SOVs) to attendees. (I work with solenoids so much that one VMA member at that conference joked that I needed to be wearing an I Heart Solenoids t-shirt). During the hands-on “petting zoo” portion of the program, which involves smaller groups of attendees, one of the most frequently asked questions I get from people came up: What’s the difference between direct-acting and pilot-operated SOVs, and how do we make a choice?
How to Improve Reliability and Safety of Solenoid Valves
In an industrial setting such as a chemical plant, oil refinery or a deep-sea oil rig, there are safety instrumented systems in place that are designed to promptly bring about a safe shutdown of a process if certain hazardous conditions are detected.
Solenoid Valve Technology for Upstream Oil and Gas Heating Equipment
Low-temperature stainless-steel fuel shutoff valves are typically used for on/off control of fuel gas within gas fuel trains in process heating system burners.
ASCO Offers Composite Solenoid Valves
The new 212 Series of composite solenoid valves incorporates the new FasN™ universal connection system and is designed specifically for water purification and conditioning systems in commercial and industrial applications.
ASCO Introduces Composite Solenoid Valve for Water Purification and Conditioning Applications
ASCO Numatics introduces the 212 Series of composite solenoid valves that incorporate the new FasN™ universal connection system, designed specifically for water purification and conditioning systems in commercial and industrial applications.
