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33 Editor ’ s choice Pioneering helium valves elevate airship
A CIRCOR subsidiary has been selected to partner up with FLYING WHALES to develop and produce valves essential for the helium management of the LCA60T airship .
34 Control valves Control valves with IO-link increase plant availability
RHODIUS Mineralquellen consistently invests in IO-linkcapable devices . A state-of-the-art tunnel pasteuriser has now been retrofitted with control valves from Schubert & Salzer Control Systems with IO-link-capable positioners .
36 Gaskets Determination of gasket characteristics at cryogenic temperature
Cryogenic temperatures significantly influence the characteristics of the sealing materials . EN 13555 includes tests for tightness , creep relaxation , Q smax and E-Modulus of gasket materials excluding tests at cryogenic conditions .
40 Power generation The value of intelligent actuation for offshore wind power
As demand for electricity increases , there is a greater need to scale up renewable energy generation . The International Energy Agency ( IEA ) estimates that renewable energy will contribute 70 % of the global energy mix by 2050 under a net zero scenario .
46 Column Global coordination meets critical delivery requirement
Max-Seal , an American valve manufacturer , was challenged with supplying a crucial valve for Monterrey ’ s “ El Cuchillo ” Dam . Faced with a tight eight-week timeframe , Max-Seal showcased precise coordination and highquality performance in enhancing the city ’ s water infrastructure .
48 Chemical industry Comparison of emission tests with helium and hydrogen for graphite gaskets
From powering vehicles to storing renewable energy , hydrogen is making waves as a potential significant change in the energy landscape .
3 Editorial 6 Advertisers ’ Index 50 Innovations & Solutions 52 Industry update 60 Buyers Guide
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42 Chemical industry Stainless steel valves in the chemical industry
Valves are essential to many industries and are used under all sorts of circumstances . While their application usually determines the optimal materials for the specific valve , stainless steel offers properties that can be very beneficial .
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