Handbook of Valves and Actuators: Valves Manual International
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Contentsix
- Chapter 1. Definitions and abbreviations1
- Chapter 2. Properties of fluids43
- 2.1 Explanation of terms45
- 2.2 Water52
- 2.3 Oils58
- 2.4 Liquid-solid mixtures60
- 2.5 Liquid-gas mixtures64
- 2.6 Gas laws and gas properties64
- 2.7 Useful references78
- Chapter 3. Isolating valves81
- 3.1 Isolating valves and the system82
- 3.2 Isolating valve design82
- 3.3 Isolating valve types83
- 3.4 Useful references129
- Chapter 4. Non-return valves131
- 4.1 Non-return valves and the system132
- 4.2 Non-return valve design133
- 4.3 Non-return valve types133
- 4.4 Useful references141
- Chapter 5. Regulators143
- 5.1 Regulators and the system144
- 5.2 Regulator design144
- 5.3 Regulator types146
- 5.4 Useful references150
- Chapter 6. Control valves151
- 6.1 Process control valves and the system152
- 6.2 Control valve design152
- 6.3 Process control valve types152
- 6.4 Useful references173
- Chapter 7. Safety relief valves175
- 7.1 Safety relief valves and the system176
- 7.2 Safety relief valve design177
- 7.3 Safety relief valve types178
- 7.4 Piping reactions190
- 7.5 Useful references191
- Chapter 8. Valve and piping sizing193
- 8.1 Sizing isolating valves194
- 8.2 Sizing non-return valves194
- 8.3 Sizing safety relief valves195
- 8.4 Sizing regulators and control valves197
- 8.6 Useful references212
- Chapter 9. Piping and connectors215
- 9.1 Pipework design principles216
- 9.2 Rigid piping systems218
- 9.3 Flexible piping systems235
- 9.4 Expansion joints239
- 9.5 Threaded connections240
- 9.6 Welded connections241
- 9.7 Soldered connections241
- 9.8 Cemented connections242
- 9.9 Flanges242
- 9.10 Gaskets245
- 9.11 Clamped connections248
- 9.12 Grooved connections248
- 9.13 Compression fittings248
- 9.14 Flared fittings250
- 9.15 Quick release couplings250
- 9.16 Approved connections251
- 9.17 Useful references251
- Chapter 10. Noise in valves253
- 10.1 The noise problem254
- 10.2 Noise analysis254
- 10.3 Sources of valve noise254
- 10.4 Noise prediction258
- 10.5 Noise attenuation258
- 10.6 Noise calculations261
- 10.7 Useful references261
- Chapter 11. Valve stem sealing263
- 11.1 Introduction264
- 11.2 Single seals265
- 11.3 Double seals268
- 11.4 Special designs269
- 11.5 Seal materials271
- 11.6 Lubrication276
- 11.7 Packing friction277
- 11.8 Packing box assembly277
- 11.9 Useful references277
- Chapter 12. Actuators279
- 12.1 Introduction280
- 12.2 Control signals281
- 12.3 Types of actuator285
- 12.4 Accessories294
- 12.5 Force/torque required in valve operation304
- 12.6 Setting-up308
- 12.7 Actuator selection310
- 12.8 Useful references310
- Chapter 13. Valve materials311
- 13.1 General312
- 13.2 The Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)312
- 13.3 NACE313
- 13.4 Valve body material313
- 13.5 Trim materials319
- 13.6 Hard facing materials319
- 13.7 Pressure/temperature ratings for flanges320
- 13.8 Non-metallic coatings334
- 13.9 Bolting materials335
- 13.10 Useful references336
- Chapter 14. Instrumentation and ancillaries337
- 14.1 Instrumentation338
- 14.2 Ancillary equipment339
- 14.3 Useful references341
- Chapter 15. Quality, inspection and testing343
- 15.1 Introduction344
- 15.2 Mass-produced valves349
- 15.3 Custom-built valves349
- 15.4 Guidelines for testing and documentation351
- 15.5 Standards351
- 15.6 Useful references351
- Chapter 16. Standards and specifications353
- 16.1 Introduction354
- 16.2 Issuing authorities354
- 16.3 Components356
- 16.4 Control and communications356
- 16.5 Design356
- 16.6 Dimensions and pressure ratings358
- 16.7 Electrical361
- 16.8 Fasteners362
- 16.9 Fittings362
- 16.10 Flanges363
- 16.11 Flow capacity363
- 16.12 Forces and moments on connections364
- 16.13 Hoses364
- 16.14 Inspection and testing364
- 16.15 Installation369
- 16.16 Instrumentation369
- 16.17 Maintenance and repair369
- 16.18 Materials370
- 16.19 Noise372
- 16.20 Operation372
- 16.21 Painting and corrosion protection372
- 16.22 Pipes and tubes372
- 16.23 Pressure vessels375
- 16.24 Qualification376
- 16.25 Safety376
- 16.26 Seat leakage377
- 16.27 Terminology378
- 16.28 Valves378
- 16.29 Welding378
- Chapter 17. Installation and maintenance381
- 17.1 Introduction382
- 17.2 General382
- 17.3 Pre-installation inspection382
- 17.4 Installation criteria383
- 17.5 Commissioning385
- 17.6 Routine maintenance387
- 17.7 Packing boxes391
- 17.8 Spare parts392
- 17.9 Trouble-shooting392
- 17.10 Repairs394
- 17.11 Useful references395
- Chapter 18. Some applications and solutions397
- 18.1 Quarter-turn pneumatic rotary actuators „ a comparison398
- 18.2 Double isolation in demanding services401
- 18.3 Low noise control for atmospheric venting403
- 18.4 Actuation technology designed to assist the operator405
- 18.5 Pressure relief with high flow capacity and low cost of ownership408
- 18.6 The use of repair intelligence409
- 18.7 Designed for continuous use „ valves with a permeation-resistant lining411
- 18.8 Valve sealing solutions „ according to TA-Luft412
- 18.9 Final elements in a safety instrumented system (ESD or HIPPS)415
- 18.10 Eliminating plugging of boiler feedpump recirculation valves417
- 18.11 Steam trap isolation ensuring uninterrupted steam flow419
- 18.12 Increased valve actuator functionality in the digital age421
- Chapter 19. Valve and actuator selection425
- 19.1 General operating conditions426
- 19.2 Valve selection according to fluid427
- 19.3 Check lists for valve purchase specification427
- 19.4 Actuator selection430
- 19.5 Check lists for actuator purchase specification431
- 19.6 Purchasing432
- Chapter 20. Fluid properties & conversions433
- 20.1 Introduction434
- 20.2 Liquid properties434
- 20.3 Thermodynamic properties of gases453
- 20.4 Pressure/enthalpy charts463
- 20.5 SI. The International System of Units475
- 20.6 Conversion factors for SI units477
- 20.7 Other conversion factors481
- 20.8 Normal quantities and units used in valve technology483
- 20.9 Useful references483
- Chapter 21. Buyers' Guide485
- 21.1 Introduction486
- 21.2 Company names and addresses487
- 21.3 Isolating valves518
- 21.4 Non-return valves521
- 21.5 Regulators523
- 21.6 Control valves523
- 21.7 Safety relief valves525
- 21.8 Actuators526
- 21.9 Ancillary products and services528
- 21.10 Trade or brand names529
- Index532
- Index to advertisers546
- Acknowledgements546
Industries that use pumps, seals and pipes will also use valves and actuators in their systems. This key reference provides anyone who designs, uses, specifies or maintains valves and valve systems with all of the critical design, specification, performance and operational information they need for the job in hand. Brian Nesbitt is a well-known consultant with a considerable publishing record. A lifetime of experience backs up the huge amount of practical detail in this volume.
* Valves and actuators are widely used across industry and this dedicated reference provides all the information plant designers, specifiers or those involved with maintenance require
* Practical approach backed up with technical detail and engineering know-how makes this the ideal single volume reference
* Compares and contracts valve and actuator types to ensure the right equipment is chosen for the right application and properly maintained
* Valves and actuators are widely used across industry and this dedicated reference provides all the information plant designers, specifiers or those involved with maintenance require
* Practical approach backed up with technical detail and engineering know-how makes this the ideal single volume reference
* Compares and contracts valve and actuator types to ensure the right equipment is chosen for the right application and properly maintained