Solutions Session: Valve Selection and Maintenance Best Practices

02/10/2024 13 min

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Episode Synopsis

What’s the difference between a cryogenic valve and a standard gas valve? Choosing the right one could make or break your operation. Today, we’re sitting down with cryogenics expert Lance Looper to answer this and more.

Marie and Lance tackle a customer query on valve selection, maintenance best practices, and optimizing cryogenic systems. Together, they discuss the differences between cryogenic and gas valves, crucial material choices, and common issues like valve leaks. Lance also shares practical tips for preventing maintenance problems, including valve packing adjustments and the importance of strainers in avoiding system failures, complete with an amusing story involving a Lego.

In This Episode:

Key differences between cryogenic and gas valves  

Common issues with ball valves and solutions  

Gate valves vs. ball valves in cryogenic systems  

Preventative maintenance tips to extend valve life  

Importance of strainers in cryogenic valve systems



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