Valves, Actuators & Pump Control


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Position feedback for single and double seat valves
April 2007
Represented locally by Shorrock Automation, IFM Electronic has released details of the new Efector Valvis sensor designed for position feedback on linear valves with a stroke of up to 80 mm. The sensor ...

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Butterfly valve suits metallurgical processes
April 2007
In many metallurgical processes sulphuric acid is used to dissolve metals like zinc, copper and platinum from crushed or milled ore. During this leaching process butterfly valves are exposed to highly ...

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Improvement demanded by food and beverage markets
March 2007
First launched in the 1930s, the Spirax-Sarco ball float trap has grown into one of the most advanced ranges of ball float steam traps available. Continuously rejuvenated, it is the first choice for the ...

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Globe control valve designed for natural gas
March 2007
Since Spirax Mitech, based in Johannesburg, joined the greater global Spirax-Sarco team, the expansion into the European marketplace has been achieving a quiet, but nonetheless, successful expansion. Markets, ...

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Digital valve controller designed for ease of use
March 2007, Automation Control Solutions
* Compact in size. * Local user interface (pushbuttons and multilingual liquid crystal display). * Optional integrated position switch and position transmitter. * Linkage-less, non-contact position ...

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Bianca butterfly valves for bio ethanol production
March 2007
To produce bio ethanol (additive for green fuel) different substances (agricultural and crop sources) are used. High temperature is necessary during the process of fermentation. Acids are also added during ...

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Rotary control valves for olefin plants
February 2007, Valmet Flow Control South Africa
In addition to producing low emissions, rotary control valves have also proved that they can handle the vast majority of petrochemical industry applications

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Plastic control valves for chemical applications
February 2007, C&F Technologies
A unique range of all-plastic proportional control valves manufactured by Collins Instrument of the USA for process control applications is available from Randburg-based company C&F Technologies. Collins ...

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Pneumatic diaphragm actuators
February 2007
The Spirax-Mitech PN9000 series pneumatic diaphragm actuators are a compact range of linear actuators that are available in three diaphragm sizes for matching the requirements of valves at various differential ...

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Spirax-Mitech valves exported to UK
February 2007
A specially designed and locally manufactured Spirax-Mitech 12" (30,5 cm) Angle Valve has recently been exported to the UK. The valve is used to test a variety of pumps, the largest of which produces ...

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Low pressure, flanged valves to ANSI 150-600
February 2007
Valvtechnologies' V1-2 valve applies the company's core design concepts to industrial processes where lower pressure classes are more common. This valve is designed for critical isolation applications ...

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Valvetop DXP 4-20 mA position transmitter
January 2007, Switches International
Topworx has recently added a new member to its popular DXP range of valve controllers. This unit is ideal for the oil and gas industry and other applications that require precise position feedback. The ...

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How to select a valve controller
December 2006, Switches International
Process manufacturers are faced with multiple considerations when choosing a valve controller/switchbox that will best meet their application needs. Key aspects to consider include product endurance in ...

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New valve technology sparks new robot design
October 2006, Festo South Africa
Using the latest Festo valve terminal technology, a German robot manufacturer has designed highly economical function packages for its industrial robots that allow plastic injection moulding machines ...

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Clean service control valve
October 2006
The new Steri-trol clean service control valves from Spirax Sarco are pneumatically operated with a two-port angle pattern. The angled design allows the valve to self-drain, ensuring that there are no ...

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Main steam stop valve
October 2006
The Spirax Mitech Compound valve consists of a 200 mm and an 80 mm angle valve joined together to supply steam to a power generation turbine. The large valve is fitted with a quick-opening trim, while ...

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Compact two-port control valves
October 2006
Spirax-Sarco's compact LE range of two-port control valves and PN9000 actuators have been designed with the needs of equipment manufacturers in mind. The valve range features a self centring clamp in ...

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Universal valve controller for servo-positioning valves and dampers
August 2006
Novus, a supplier of industrial automation products, manufactures the N2000-S universal valve controller. This controller is dedicated to servo-positioning valves and dampers by a linear output or two ...

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Submersible pumps effective in mining applications
August 2006
High efficiency compact EIM submersible pumps are, according to the supplier, a popular choice for both open pit and underground mines, having given many years of service to the South African gold mining ...

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Clean service control valves for contamination-free applications
August 2006
Spirax-Sarco's Steri-Trol is a reliable, pneumatically operated, two-port angle pattern clean service control valve. The angled design allows the valve to self-drain, ensuring that there are no areas ...

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