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What Is Cracking Pressure?
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What Is Check Valve Cracking Pressure? Cracking pressure refers to the inlet pressure level at which the first sign of flow is present. It can also be described as a measure of the pressure differential between the inlet and outlet ports of the valve when flow is initially detected. Specifically, cracking pressure is the least… Read More
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Effective Check Valve Selection and Placement for Industrial Piping Systems
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When planning a check valve installation, the primary goal is to achieve a valve and piping system that offers the longest service life at the lowest cost. Accomplishing this goal while also ensuring that the system operates effectively and efficiently requires several considerations. As a world-class manufacturer of high-quality check and control valves, DFT® understands… Read More
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How to Select the Right Control Valve
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Control valves play a vital role in ensuring the efficiency of a fluid system. It is important to choose the one you use carefully. Otherwise, it may not operate or perform as expected, resulting in decreased process efficiency and/or system damage. There are many factors to consider when selecting a control valve for a fluid… Read More
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DFT Achieves Safety Excellence: 365 Days and Still Counting!
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Article written by JP Hanson, a Research Specialist from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism. When it comes to manufacturing, safety is critical to DFT’s employees, and the company as a whole. DFT has a Safety Program in place that is overseen by company Vice President Arie Bregman and has an eight-person safety committee headed… Read More

The Benefits of the MSV-100® Control Valve
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What is the MSV-100® Control Valve? The DFT® model MSV-100® control valve is a flanged medium service control valve available in the 600, 900, and 1500 class range that can handle a wide variety of fluids, including gases, liquids and steam. In addition, this valve can withstand high pressures up to 3700 psig and temperatures… Read More
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