Articles

Below you will find published articles written by Valin's own experts and information from our suppliers.

Oil Reclamation Technology

Submitted by Norm Hall || Valin Corporation

Investing in oil reclamation technology can help reduce the costs associated with oil usage. Learn more in the article below.

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Networked I/O vs. Remote I/O

Submitted by Ray Marquiss || Valin Corporation

As technology continues to evolve, some terms meant to represent one thing have come to mean something a bit different. A technology that once had restrictions can evolve to the point where, not only is that restriction gone, but the name of the technology doesnt even necessarily apply anymore.

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VFDs: Running to Failure

Submitted by Kair Turubayev || Valin Corporation

With an understanding of the economic implications of VFDs running until failure, it is also important to be aware of the safety implications of such a feature.

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Excel-Worksheet Predicts Control Valve Hydrodynamic Noise

Submitted by Jon Monsen || Valin Corporation

Most control valve manufacturers include IEC 60534-8-4:2015 in their control valve sizing and selection software to predict control valve hydrodynamic noise. However, users who want to make quick noise predictions or who want to construct valve sizing applications, programming the above noise standard can be a daunting task. 

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Simplified Methods for Liquid Control Valve Sizing

Submitted by Jon Monsen || Valin Corporation

If one wants to be able to do accurate hand calculations, or construct a simple program or Excel sheet, the method described here gives answers that agree exactly with iterative calculations using the equations in the current version of the ISA and IEC standards.

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Does Strainer Technology Make Sense for Your Process?

Submitted by Kari Kohonen || Valin Corporation

The key to developing the ideal filtration mix which achieves the desired results is to gather as much information as possible so that the right decisions about filtration can be made. Kari Kohonen from Valin Corporation examines whether introducing strainer technology can be advantageous.

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Emergency Isolation Valves — Needs and Requirements

Submitted by Peter Jessee || Valin Corp.

EIVs are a critical safety device for fuel-burning equipment and industrial processes that use flammable ingredients. Proper selection is critical for the safety of the workers in the plant, plant equipment and the surrounding communities.

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Using Control Valve Installed Gain Calculations

Submitted by Jon Monsen || Valin Corporation

The availability of an easily constructed Excel worksheet that calculates and graphs control valve installed gain in conjunction with the users preferred control valve sizing application has prompted a new interest in the application of these calculations. Three examples are shown here.

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Improving Yield through Upgraded Pneumatic Manifolds

Submitted by Sri Gavini || Valin Corporation

It is on the top of every decision makers mind in the semiconductor industry: yield. Operators are continually doing what they can to improve their throughput and maximize yield in terms of wafer production, all with keeping an eye on increasing profitability. 

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Improving a Thermal Loop: The Power Controller

Submitted by Nathan Ehresman || Valin Corporation

For any process where temperature needs to be monitored or controlled, a thermal loop is required. Typically, a process that contains a thermal loop includes some key elements: the process itself, the temperature sensor or transmitter, the temperature controller and the power controller. 

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Fluid Handling: Pick The Proper Positioner

Submitted by Peter Jessee and Dave Fahlgren || Valin Corporation

Positioner selection deserves due diligence and consideration of several factors before making any firm decision. Theres certainly not a typical one-size-fits-all approach for positioners; an uninformed choice can lead to undesirable consequences.

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Specifying Trip Valves is Critical for LNG Service

Submitted by Peter Jessee || Valin Corporation

Appropriately specifying trip valves in the world of natural gas liquification is a critical element. Failing to do so effectively can risk the lives of operators and maintenance personnel working in close proximity to the equipment, and can sometimes cause irreparable damage to expensive turbomachinery.

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Valin’s Inventory Management Services: Providing Peace of Mind

Submitted by Rich Wilbur || Valin Corporation

By taking advantage of Valins program, customers can be confident that their inventory management function is fully optimized.  They can rest assured that the right parts will be in the right place right when they need them, while keeping the peace of mind that their transactional costs are being lowered and the KPIs are being adequately analyzed.

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Actuator Options for Process Automation

Submitted by Corey Foster and Peter Jessee || Valin Corporation

The process industries have control valves with actuators designed to open, close, and control them. Many people prefer pneumatic actuators given their long history, reliability, and high performance.

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