Technical Articles
McWane Plant and Industrial has published these technical articles:
(Valves)
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Gate valves are one of the most widely used valves in the waterworks industry and have played a vital role in controlling the flow of fluids throughout distribution systems and in-plant applications...
(Valves)
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In the AWWA (American Water Works Association) valve industry, the selection of elastomers is dictated by the need for longevity, reliability, and specific environmental compatibility. There are three...
(Valves)
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A short, crisp overview of why proper gate selection matters: reliability, safety, cost, and lifecycle performance. Selecting the right water control gate is one of the most important engineering...
(Valves)
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An extended bonnet is an extension of the valve stem used to elevate an actuator assembly from a below grade application. The extended bonnet consists of an outer bonnet body and an inner stem...
(Valves)
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Swing check valves are probably the most misunderstood valve in the municipal water works industry. What causes a check valve to slam? How can we prevent it? How does the design of a swing check valve...
(Valves)
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Welcome to MPI’s third glossary of industry terminology, this time featuring brief descriptions of a wide range of different valve types. Plus, we also included a list of important industry...
(Valves)
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Plug valve orientation may seem to be a complicated question, especially when solids are involved, but it can be simplified by first eliminating what’s not important to the equation. Before we...