In this episode, Kyle Andrews, Product Applications Trainer at Kimray, explains how a pneumatic actuator works.
Topics include:
- What is an actuator?
- Why does a control valve need an actuator?
- What all can be considered pneumatic?
- Why do some producers use compressed air to power their valves?
- Why are the advantages and disadvantages of pneumatic actuators?
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- 3 Reasons to Use Compressed Air to Power Your Control Valves https://bit.ly/3743XvF
- Limit Emissions with Non-Venting Control Valves https://bit.ly/307jV6Y
- Natural Gas Flaring vs. Capturing https://bit.ly/3eIIZ8e