Tag: Air Release Valves

Introduction In municipal and industrial fluid handling, the “miscellaneous” valve category often contains the most critical components for system stability and surge protection. While gate and butterfly valves handle standard isolation duties, specialized equipment—such as air release valves (ARV), check valves, pilot-operated control valves, and pinch valves—dictates the hydraulic integrity of the network. Engineers frequently […]

1. Introduction In the hydraulic architecture of municipal and industrial water systems, air valves are often the most undervalued yet critical components for maintaining system efficiency and pipeline integrity. While pumps provide the energy and pipes provide the conduit, air valves manage the gaseous phase within liquid systems—a factor that, if uncontrolled, leads to catastrophic […]