Valve and actuators are designed for an extended life cycle but, at some point, they will need to be refurbished for re-installation or replaced with new products. Service life depends on several factors including the operating conditions, environments with temperature extremes, and corrosion, liquid flow characteristics, etc. Without proper design followed by an appropriately planned and executed maintenance program, any of these factors can result in premature valve automation failure.
While it is often prudent to replace a valve actuator and control package after what appears to be a sufficient service life, sometimes it is more cost effective to have the actuator overhauled and re-installed.
ATI FrontLine Services has built an industry reputation for its expertise in actuator installation, repair and refurbishment, complementing ATI’s manufacturing of quality valve automation products for more than two decades.
The FrontLine Services’ repair process can be completed at a customer’s facility, or in ATI ISO-certified Houston facility, and typically begins with a complete visual inspection, as well as functional testing.
Also, ATI engineered and preassembled panels for Shafer, EIM and other valve actuator brands are stocked and readily available for field installation by ATI FrontLine Services.
