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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...

Valves play a vital role in any pipeline system. You can use these to control the flow of liquid or gas through your pipes. This keeps your system running properly and protects your pipes.cChoosing the wrong type of valve for your pipelines could cause serious structural issues and compromise...

Why should you choose globe valves over other types of valves? Because they are easier to operate and maintain, have a lower leakage rate, and are functional in a wider range of applications. Globe valves are also less likely to clog than other types of valves. A variety of industries use globe...

Oil spills, water leaks or even chemical pools; leaks are expensive. Not only are they a clear indication that your control systems need reviewing, but they will cost you downtime. And with American businesses losing $100 billion in downtime, your daily operations cannot afford...

Did you know that there are more than 190,000 miles of liquid petroleum pipelines in the US? That’s a huge amount of pipeline. When you add the oil and gas lines on top of that, the logistics become immense. To manage this vast quantity of pipe, providers must have absolute control; if a...

Did you know that nitric acid can dissolve steel in a few hours? When working with acid, safety is everything. Acid will not only damage metal and equipment, but it’s also a serious hazard to people’s health. This is why it’s important to use acid valves in a system to prevent corrosion. To...

High performance valves are used in a range of different industrial processes. From petrochemicals to biotechnology, these tools have high levels of versatility. They can also be used for non-industrial projects such as the pharmaceutical industry. To put it simply, these are valves designed for...

Valves that are purpose-built for specific specialties will always be more advantageous that general-purpose valves put into use. These valves are designed to meet a need, based on plant environment, operators, and materials. Instead of trying to fit a generic, often sub-par valve into a critical...

Heavy duty industrial applications call for nothing less than an equally heavy duty valve. There are two main reasons why heavy duty valves are a necessity. The first is in situations where the valve itself faces a lot of environmental challenges. Such challenges include corrosive materials,...