EXTENDING THE LIFE OF INDUSTRIAL VALVES
TO BEGIN WITH: Extending the Life of Industrial ValvesThe drop in oil prices, keeping valve and actuation equipment working at its optimal performance level is one way to save money and keep production costs at a minimum. For this reason, end users must find ways to extend the life of valves and actuation equipment, keeping them at their optimal performance level to decrease valve replacement costs. As opined by one of the European valve manufacturers , “The three most important principles are typically selection, installation and maintenance. Selecting the appropriate valve for the application is probably the single most critical factor in determining its life cycle. After that, it must be properly installed and then regularly maintained in order to maximize life expectations. Adhering to a regular maintenance schedule that includes inspection, cleaning and lubrication is essential to any valve performance and greatly increases its life.” WAYS TO EXTEND VALVE LIFE: Preventative m