Arrhenius seal life prediction project: results and analysis

In 2019, the ESA & Polymeric Seals Division launched a study to explore aging's effects on elastomer seals and life prediction.

The advantages of high-pressure recovery control valves

High-pressure recovery control valves, widely used in gas turbines, are explored by expert Hans Baumann for potential applications in various industries.

The detection of valve condition by gyro sensors

Kitz offers gyro sensor solutions to detect valve issues, preventing significant plant disruptions and losses.

Failure of verification methods for hydrofluoric acid alkylation plug valves

Identifying shrinkage in a high-nickel-alloy body prompted a realization: industry-standard RT angles couldn't reveal all casting defects.

Managing wear in severe services

Valve wear is a critical concern for plant owners and operators, impacting facility function and profitability.

Control valve Q&A

Q&A with Jon F. Monsen on specifying a control valve for a new system that his process engineer is designing.

Is it time to replace the control valve?

This paper discusses the development of an auto-diagnosis algorithm for predicting the Remaining Useful Lifetime of control valves.

How electrification can help reduce methane emissions

Reducing methane emissions during the production phase of oil and gas is the quickest way to address global warming.

Specifying additive manufacturing for severe service control valve applications

The transformative potential of metal AM is now well established. At IMI Critical Engineering they've been exploring the role of 3D-printed valve parts.

Industrial perspective on liquid hydrogen valves

Storage and transportation of hydrogen in liquid state offers several advantages. Liquid hydrogen has a higher density and requires a lower storage pressure.