Steam Valves and Purpose Steam valves are used to control the flow and pressure level of steam and heated water vapor. Steam is used in a large number of industrial applications. It is used for powering turbines to generate electricity and for food, chemical and other product processing. Steam is also used for cleaning, heating, and humidification. Most applications require some control, and steam control valves become an important part of the process. The majorRead More…

What are Valves? A valve is a mechanical device that blocks a pipe either partially or completely to change the amount of fluid that passes through it. When you turn on a faucet (tap) to brush your teeth, you’re opening a valve that allows pressurized water to escape from a pipe. Similarly, when you flush the toilet, you open two valves: one that allows water to escape to empty the pan and another (called a ball valve orRead More…