"Hydraulic Control Valves" describes the three main types of control valves and their functions in a hydraulic system. Control valves control the direction, pressure, and flow rate of fluid as it ...

• The first step in selecting a valve is determining its function. • Review Cv or pressure drop when considering one valve versus another. • Don’t overlook maintenance requirements when specifying a ...

Compressible fluid flow through control valves will inevitably cause some form of flow-induced vibration in the fluid system. Identifying the type and cause of the vibration requires detective work.

Directional-control valves are vital in any pneumatic circuit, directing or blocking airflow to control the speed or sequence of operations. One method of classifying directional-control valves is by ...

JINING CITY, SHANDONG PROVINCE, CHINA, February 10, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The global hydraulic components market ...

My article in the Aug. 2 issue of The News reviewed conventional thermostatic expansion valves (TEVs or TXVs) and covered the basic operation of electronic expansion valves (EEVs). This column will ...

NINGBO CITY, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, January 21, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- In recent years, the development of industrial ...

Choked flow in control valves is a subject of serious concern for industrial users. The term is usually associated with destructive process conditions that can damage valve internals or expose ...

Metso has been developing its expert valve services know-how and solutions for already 40 years. Starting from its maintenance and spare parts business, the company has expanded its services portfolio ...