Construction & Electrical Materials Distribution: 010 - Valves
This module provides a detailed explanation of the purpose and suitability of the wide variety of valves available. Valves are essential components of a huge variety of systems and a sound working knowledge of the common types and general features increases your confidence when you are outlining the requirements for complete systems.
Please find below the list of topics covered within this module.
Valve Essentials
- Considerations
- Basic Principles
- Valve Elements
General Valve Features
- Materials of Construction
- Body Bonnet (Cover) Joints
- Stem Seal or Gland
- End Connections
- Actuators
Principal Valve Types in Common Use
- Gate Valves
- Globe Valves
- Check Valves
- Ball Valves
- Plug Valves
- Butterfly Valves
- Diaphragm Valves
- Pressure Reducing Valves
- Safety and Relief Valves
- Equilibrium Ball Float Valves
Valve Selection
- Questions to be Asked
- Final Selection
Valve Installation and Maintenance
- Installation
- Maintenance