GUIDE TO VALVE SELECTION

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This document presents guidelines for the selection of isolating, check and diverter valves for applications commonly met in the petroleum, petrochemical and associated industries, This Recommended Practice is intended for use in the modification or expansion of the existing facilities and in the conceptual, front end and detailed engineering development of new projects. It is applicable to onshore, offshore and subsea requirements as defined in the Scope.

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It should be recognized that valves are an extensive and complex subject and it is not possible to cover all applications, services and duties in the initial issue of this Practice. While international in applicability, this document makes extensive reference to British Standards as substitutes for or supplements to international industry standards.

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Contents in Guide to Valve Selection:

SCOPE

VALVE SELECTION

SELECTION OF CHECK AND DIVERTER VALVES

VALVE TYPES, FUNCTION AND APPLICATIONS (GENERAL).

SERVICE CHARACTERISTICS

VALVE OPERATION & ISOLATION

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