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History of the ‘Basic-Check’ Valve
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Since its initial development, the check valve has evolved from a classified request from the U.S. Navy to becoming a staple in flow control systems, allowing operators to easily stop reverse flow and water hammer while providing tight metal-to-metal closure. Some of the first all-stainless steel valves were engineered for use with cryogenic liquids and… Read More
Q&A from DFT’s Webinar: Check Valve Solutions for the Mining Industry
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Following our webinar, Check Valve Solutions for the Mining Industry, we’re sharing some of the questions from the audience along with our detailed answers. In the webinar, presented by Arie Bregman—who brings nearly five decades of experience in the valve industry—we explored the role of check valves in dewatering, slurry transport, and preventing backflow. We covered… Read More
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History of the ‘Basic-Check’ Valve
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Q&A from DFT’s Webinar: Check Valve Solutions for the Mining Industry
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Safety Protocols in the Workplace
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Ask an Engineer: Water Hammer Solutions
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Webinar Q&A: Solutions to your Check Valve Problems
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New Webinar From DFT®: Solutions to Your Check Valve Problems — Important Valve Installation and Piping Design Guidelines
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Benefits of the WLC® Wafer Style Silent Check Valve
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Valve Basics Seminar Recap
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