Control valves are devices used to regulate the flow of fluids or gases in a process control system. Actuators are used to open and close the valve, allowing for precise control over the flow rate, pressure, and temperature of the process fluid. Control valves and actuators work together to ensure that processes run smoothly and efficiently, with minimal waste or downtime. These devices are critical components in many industrial processes, including power generation, oil and gas production, and chemical manufacturing.
The objective of control valves and actuators is to regulate the flow of fluids or gases in a process control system. Control valves are designed to maintain precise control over the flow rate, pressure, and temperature of the process fluid. Actuators are used to open and close the valve, adjusting the flow of fluid as needed. By achieving this objective, control valves and actuators help to ensure that processes run smoothly and efficiently, with minimal waste or downtime.
By the end of this course, you will be able to understand:-
• Control Valves
• Classification of Control Valves
• Actuators & Their Types
• Valve Characteristics
• Valve Positioner
