Flow Control Valves vs Throttling Valves
Flow control valves and throttling valves are two of the most widely used in the waterworks industry. They are both used for a wide range of industrial applications, ranging from...
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The Advantages of Using Actuated Valves for Automated Flow Control
From self-driving vehicles to ChatGPT for writing, the world is becoming more reliant on automation than ever. The same is true for many industrial processes that rely on fluid flow...
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Why You Should Use Thermostatic Mixing Valves
Whether you realize it or not, the only reason you have hot and cold water in your home is because of mixing valves. However, there are several different types of...
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What is the Difference Between Thermostatic Mixing Valves and Tempering Valves?
Have you ever wondered how you can change water temperatures in your kitchen sink or shower simply by twisting a knob? Or how about when you're washing your hands at...
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A Complete Guide of What to Know About Pressure Reducing Valves
Pressure reducing valves or PRVs are one of the most important and useful types of valves in the world. They are instrumental when it comes to maintaining safe water pressure...
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Flui-PRO Butterfly Valve vs. GF Aqua (563) Butterfly Valve
The commercial and industrial industry relies heavily on PVC butterfly valves for a variety of applications. You can commonly find these valves in facilities, hotels, sewage treatment plants, and local...
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Flui-PRO Butterfly Valve vs. Asahi Pool Pro Type SP Butterfly Valve
PVC butterfly valves are a staple in the commercial / industrial industry, used in a wide range of needed applications. Common examples include pool control in facilities, hotels, etc. as...
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How to Rebuild a Gate Valve
Gate valves are a simple valve that, unlike most other types of valves, do not depend on rubber gaskets to make a seal. Instead, they use guides and a "gate"...
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Shutoff Valves: Quarter Turn Vs. Compression
There isn’t anything more aggravating than suffering flooding and water damage due to broken pipes, not to mention the cost for repairs, which can be massive in an industrial setting....
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Common Valves Found & Used in a Residential Home Piping System
Valves are used in the home to regulate and stop the flow of water. There are various types of valves that are used in residential piping systems, and each type...
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Brass Valves vs. Copper Valves
The material of a valve plays an important role in its efficiency. While it is easy to forget the importance of this detail, it does make a difference. Some materials...
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How Does a Gear-Operated Valve Work?
Valves are an important part of many different applications that we depend on every day. Industries across the world rely on valves to keep their systems functioning. However, it can...
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Replacing and Repairing Ball Valves: A DIY Guide
Ball valves are an important part of both plumbing and piping systems. While they are generally very durable and leak resistant, they are not immune to damage. Luckily, fixing a...
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