NO SHUT OFF IN VALVE INNOVATION: PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CONTINUES IN TURBOMACHINERY COMPONENTS, SUCH AS VALVES, COUPLINGS, SEALS AND GASKETS

摘要

Valves and other components, such as couplings, seals and gaskets don't get a lot of love. While turbomachinery would be powerless without them, it is the turbines that receive all the glory. Not only do these vital auxiliary components lack admiration, they are largely taken for granted. It is only when something leaks or breaks that they get any attention at all - and then it is in the form of complaints, resentment and grumbling.