4 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MAXON VALVES IN COMBUSTION SYSTEMS

Combustion is a high-temperature chemical reaction between a fuel and an oxidant, usually oxygen. This reaction produces an oxidized, gaseous product in a mixture commonly referred to as smoke. To put this application into more relatable terms, one common example of combustion you may see consists of hydrogen and oxygen into water vapor, which is often used to fuel rocket engines. This process is extremely important for a variety of applications and needs to be properly controlled to ensure safety.

Many common fuels undergo combustion, including:

• Natural gas
• Propane
• Kerosene
• Diesel
• Petrol
• Charcoal
• Coal
• Wood

As industrial combustion systems are becoming more complex to compete with environmental regulations, code compliance and technological advancements, MAXON has created a robust collection of combustion systems and valves to improve your bottom line. Here are four things you need to know about them:

1. Shut off valves are extremely important in combustion
Valves are used to control the flow of liquid, which is important in combustion applications to promote safety. MAXON shut off valves are the only fuel shut off valves with metal-to-metal seats that “wear in,” not out. Metal valve seats are able to withstand high temperatures and severe environments, making them a reliable solution for combustion applications.

MAXON shut off valves also include powerful closing springs that create a reliable closing force, ensuring safe and proper fuel shut off. This is necessary for combustion applications to prevent too much fuel from being exposed to the oxidant. MAXON electro-mechanical valves can shut off gas or oil lines in less than one second, making it the safe option to handle tedious and often dangerous applications.

2. Flow control requires tight accuracy.
MAXON designed flow control solutions that keep thousands of plants and products moving every day. Flow control must be accurate and dependable for proper fuel monitoring throughout a wide range of applications. Different types of valves are used based on pressure and flow rates. For example, A Style Synchro flow control valves are great for monitoring high-pressure ratings, while the Eclipse BV/CV valve can handle full flow applications. Be sure to calculate the flow rate and pressure ratings before selecting a valve to prevent any malfunctions or valve failure.

3. There are a variety of flow control valves to choose from.
In combustion applications, a variety of different fuel types are introduced to the oxidant. MAXON flow control valves are able to monitor the air, gas and oil that may be used during the combustion process. In oil flow valves, mechanical adjustments are made to the air/fuel ratio at each valve position throughout the entire range of the combustion system. The gas valves provide a fully adjustable throttling range that operates over the wide turndown capabilities of modern industrial burner systems. Examples of other flow control valves include:

MICRO-RATIO®? Valves are used for air, gas and oil proportioning control
SYNCHRO Valves are used independently for individually adjustable gradient fuel flow control or together with other fuel control valves
Series CV Control Valves incorporate a full-flow fixed gradient for high capacities at low-pressure drops
Series BV Balancing Valves are used to balance gas or airflow in multiple burner systems
Each type of valve provides unique benefits for a wide range of combustion applications. Fortunately, MAXON has a solution for virtually every combustion scenario.

4. Valves promote safety and loss prevention.
Without proper monitoring, combustion applications can quickly get out of hand, leading to the damage or destruction of equipment and unsafe conditions for workers. MAXON ensures that their valves are always 100% tested for function and seal. They promote long-lasting, reliable valves that have the durability to handle challenging combustion applications without fail.

Valves play a large role in combustion applications. They control flow, shut-offs and portion control. Understanding the basics of valves and their importance in the industry will allow you to choose the safest, most reliable option for your combustion system.



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