What is a Non-Return Valve?
Non-return valves are a crucial component in many industrial systems, yet their function is often overlooked by those not deeply familiar with engineering. So, what is a non-return valve? Simply put, a non-return valve (NRV), also sometimes referred to as …
How Does a Float Switch Work
When it comes to monitoring and controlling the levels of liquids in various applications, a float switch is an invaluable tool. From domestic water tanks to industrial reservoirs, understanding how a float switch works can provide insight into its diverse …
What is a Gate Valve?
Gate valves are integral to many industrial and commercial applications because of their efficiency and reliability. A gate valve operates by lifting a gate or wedge out of the path of the fluid, allowing it to pass through or blocking …
Is a leaking pressure relief valve dangerous?
Pressure relief valves are designed to maintain safe pressure levels by releasing excess pressure in various applications and industries. When these valves leak, it should raise concerns about the safety and functionality of the entire system. Recognising a leaking pressure …
Level Switch vs Level Transmitter
Accurate level measurement is crucial in various industries, including manufacturing, water treatment, and chemical processing. It ensures the smooth operation of systems by preventing overflows, maintaining optimal levels, and protecting equipment from damage.
Two primary devices used for level measurement…
How to adjust an air compressor pressure regulator?
Maintaining your air compressor in top condition is critical to ensuring your pneumatic tools and compressed air systems operate efficiently and safely. At the heart of this maintenance is the correct adjustment of the air compressor pressure regulator. This small …
How does an air pressure regulator work?
Air pressure regulators are indispensable components in a wide range of industrial and commercial settings, helping to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently by maintaining the correct air pressure. By automatically adjusting airflow to the desired pressure, they not only …
Can Pneumatic Fittings Be Used for Water Applications?
In a wide range of industrial and engineering applications, pneumatic fittings serve as the backbone of the smooth operation of machinery and the safe transport of various gases. Pneumatic fittings have carved a niche for their efficiency in air systems, …
How does a pressure reducing valve work?
Pressure reducing valves (PRVs) play an important role in controlling and maintaining the harmony of pressure in various types of systems, from the pipes in your home to the vast networks of fluid, gas, and steam pipes used across many …
What does an actuator do?
Actuators are the unsung heroes of pneumatic systems. These small and simple devices help power your systems by controlling the flow of air and fluids, something we know a lot about. But what does an actuator do, and how does …