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The patent office issued the first patent for a ball valve in 1871. Control valves regulate the flow of fluids, gases, or steam for a variety of applications. Uses for control valves range from controlling the temperature and pressure in a heating system to regulating the flow of chemicals in...

Projections show that the global industrial valve market will reach a size of $110.5 billion by 2031. There are many different types of valves, with each having different advantages and disadvantages. If you're working on a project, you'll want to use the most suitable valves for any...

The average cost of a gate valve replacement is between $300 and $600. That might not sound like much - particularly if you're only replacing a handful of valves every six months. But there are hidden costs involved, too. Read on for an in-depth understanding of the different types of gate...

As of 2023, the oil and gas market has reached a size of $7.33 trillion. Oil and gas are used all over the world in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. A lot goes into keeping things running, and there are many different components that make up any one system. One crucial type...

The history of piping goes back to ancient times when clay and stone were used to transport water. Non-return valves have been around, but the modern one is an engineering marvel. It comprises two main components: an inlet and an outlet valve. The inlet valve opens to allow media to flow into...

The global plug valves market size is estimated to reach 190.9 million by 2028. For any industrial application that relies on hydraulic systems in their operations, plug valves are a vital component for the efficient running of the systems. You can use them in applications for oil and gas,...

Losses from downtime total $864 billion a year for Fortune Global 500 industrial companies. You can't afford unplanned system failures. No matter how steam fits into your production, you need the system to perform reliably. High-quality valves are critical to keep your operations running...

Projections show that the global industrial valve market will reach a size of $93.6 billion by 2028. In an industrial setting, there are quite a few types of valves to choose from. However, two valves tend to go head-to-head with each other more often than the others - and that's the gate...

Did you know that the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza used rudimentary valve devices? Yes, valves have been with us for thousands of years. Given the time that they've had to evolve, it's no wonder why the valves we have today are so advanced. Read on to learn about some of the types...

You might use diaphragm check valves often in your business, but do you know how they work? This is key to understanding how to properly maintain and repair them when necessary. Check valves are present in many industries, and they use various methods to control the flow of gases or...