August 2, 2026
Ball Valve vs Gate Valve: Application Comparison
A practical comparison of ball and gate valves for pipeline isolation and operating requirements.
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Valve knowledge
Author: <span>greysen</span>
Selection guides, application notes and practical engineering insights for industrial valve projects.
August 2, 2026
Pneumatic Butterfly Valve Packages: Components and Commissioning
A complete guide to pneumatic butterfly valve actuators, accessories, fail action and commissioning.
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August 2, 2026
Triple Offset Butterfly Valves for Severe Service
Design principles and selection criteria for triple-offset metal-seated butterfly valves.
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August 2, 2026
Industrial Valve Maintenance Tips
Practical inspection and preventive-maintenance guidance for industrial valve reliability.
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August 2, 2026
API 6D Pipeline Valves: Purchasing Considerations
Important technical and documentation considerations when procuring valves for pipeline service.
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August 2, 2026
Butterfly Valves in Water Treatment Plants
Application guidance for butterfly valves in raw water, filtration, backwash and treated-water systems.
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August 2, 2026
Valve Actuator Selection Guide
Select manual, pneumatic, electric or hydraulic valve actuators using torque, duty and fail-safe requirements.
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August 2, 2026
Valve Materials Guide: Body, Trim and Sealing
How to select valve body, trim and sealing materials for water and industrial service.
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August 2, 2026
Control Valve Sizing: Essential Engineering Inputs
Understand flow coefficient, pressure drop, cavitation and rangeability when sizing control valves.
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August 2, 2026
Check Valve Types and Selection
Compare swing, dual-plate, silent and ball check valves for pump and pipeline protection.
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