Valves must meet certain testing and certification standards to ensure reliability and safety in critical systems, such as in oil and gas or chemical processing.
Common Valve Testing Methods:
Pressure Testing: Ensures the valve can handle the required pressure.
Leakage Testing: Verifies that the valve does not leak under operational conditions.
Flow Testing: Measures the valve’s ability to regulate flow accurately.
International Certification Standards:
API (American Petroleum Institute): Sets standards for valves used in the oil and gas industry.
ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers): Provides guidelines for valves in pressure systems.
English