VALVES

A valve is a device or natural object that regulates, directs, or controls the flow of a fluid (gases, liquids, fluidized solids, or slurries) by opening, closing, or partially obstructing various passageways. Valves are essential components of a piping system that conveys liquids, gases, vapors, or slurries.

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Functions of Valves

Valves have many uses, including:

1. Controlling water flow for irrigation and industrial processes

2. Regulating pressure and flow in residential applications, such as dishwashers and clothes washers

3. Operating in the military and transport sectors

4. Controlling air flow in HVAC ductwork and compressed air systems