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CONTROL VALVES VS BALL VALVES: KEY DIFFERENCES AND SELECTION CRITERIA

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Introduction The world of fluid control is a very broad and vast one, so obtaining the correct valve is crucial in terms of performance and reliability. Whether you’re using the control valve for water, gas, or any other fluids, it is crucial to understand the differences between the control valves and ball valves. We will look into the mysterious yet interesting characteristics that separate these two types of valves and understand how to get the right type of valve needed. Understanding Control Valves Control valves are the conductors of fluids and gases in a process line and are very good at controlling the flow, pressure or temperature, or level of a fluid. These valves are standard in those industries that demand high accuracy in controlling the flow of substances, or materials, including the chemical processing, oil and gas and power industries. Control valves work on the basic principle of throttling which involves changing the size of the orifice, usually done by an actua

BUTTERFLY VALVES VS. GATE VALVES FOR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS

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  The appropriate valve selection is essential for maintaining high performance and safe operation of the industrial plant. The two most common types valves which are widely used in industry are butterfly and gate valves. Although both devices are just the same in terms of the purposes they serve, they vary significantly in the designs, functionality as well as the applications they are suitable for. Notable among the gate valves is the exact controllability of flow and the sealed shut cases. Sliding valve uses a gate that slides perpendicular to the flow path and therefore completely halt or allow the passage of fluid. This design makes them ideal for applications requiring: • Bi-directional flow: Gate valves have a vast flow area and can be used for lines that are carrying fluids in either direction. • Zero leakage: The tight sealing of gate valves is a crucial factor in minimizing leakage, which is paramount for sensitive and hazardous substances. The butterfly valves will give