8 Cover story SMS TORK : tradition and ambition fuel our growth
Since its inception in 1985 , SMS TORK has grown from Turkey ’ s pioneer in the manufacture of pneumatic actuators and solenoid valves into a globally established specialist in flow control solutions . Now in the second generation , this dynamic family business is expanding in all directions , building on its hard-won reputation as a reliable partner .
14 Project Report One-stop shop : Modules for seawater desalination
In the practice of desalination , control valves are used to assist in the process of reverse osmosis . Butting has stepped in to provide Israel ’ s latest desalination project with its products .
25 End User Feature Dual purpose valve for control & on-off
Mr V Murugappan , Instrumentation Engineer at Dow Chemical International , discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using a single valve used for both throttling and on / off functions .
28 Top of Mind Unique cartridge valve converts hydraulic flow into electric energy
17 Editor ’ s Choice Intelligent wellhead systems awarded
An innovative cartridge valve generates energy , reduces power loss , and simplifies system wiring in hydraulic manifolds .
A technology integrating sensors , engineered safety controls and best practices to remotely operate accumulator valves downwell has been awarded .
18 Water & Wastewater Water and the circular economy
The violent contrasts between dry and wet weather of recent months have laid bare the urgent need to build , maintain and upgrade water management infrastructure . Valves and actuators are vital to achieving that goal .
29 Meeting point Visiting Maverick Valves
Valve World had the privilege of visiting Maverick Valves ’ facility in Tilburg , the Netherlands .
33 Maintenance How to turn around a plant in seven easy steps
This step-by-step roadmap can help plants achieve more effective and efficient turn arounds that can save plants time and money .
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