Enhancing safety with emergency shutoff valves

Oil and gas industries meet global energy needs while managing environmental risks. Emergency shutdown valves ensure safety.

Test method for liquefied H2 valve at demonstration condition

This article discusses the challenges of testing liquefied hydrogen valves, from addressing the unique properties of hydrogen to pioneering cryogenic testing methodologies.

Why are electric PRVs replacing self-piloting steam regulators?

A trend has been gaining steam. Electric modulating PRV are increasingly replacing traditional self-piloted regulators in steam systems.

Don’t size safety valves based on outlet diameter

Basing safety valve capacity solely on outlet connection size rather than required flow rate can lead to dangerous over-pressurization of protected vessels.

Simple steps can prevent valve issues during start-up

Valmet's Mr. Börjesson: Valve issues often blamed, but root causes elsewhere. Improved practices key.

Control valve Q&A

Q&A with Jon Monsen on control valve for a liquid system involving very short runs of pipe both upstream and downstream of the valve.

Resolving valve challenges in polymer discharge systems

Bernard Horsfield shares 3 decades of valve performance insights in polymer discharge systems with Valve World.

Coatings for valves & actuators

Coatings are available which can provide suitable protection to valves and actuators, both internally and externally, in even the severest of applications.

Comparison of emission tests with helium and hydrogen for graphite gaskets

Hydrogen's versatility and clean nature hold promise for revolutionizing our energy future, from powering vehicles to storing renewable energy.

Determination of gasket characteristics at cryogenic temperature

EN 13555 tests gasket materials, but excludes cryogenic conditions, where materials may become brittle at -40 °C.