Abstract: A modular checking system for fluidic control devices has a display and/or operating unit which includes an inductive interface. The display and/or operating unit is adapted to be detachably connected to a fluidic control device in such a relative position to the latter that the inductive interface is coupled to a corresponding interface of the control device. Encoded signals can be transmitted via the inductive interfaces, the signals containing both information and energy from the control device to the display and/or operating unit for operating the latter.

Abstract: A duel fuel gas control valve controls the supply of gas (e.g., natural gas or liquid propane gas) to a gas grill. The duel fuel gas control valve is structured to control either natural or LP gas flow at the desired operating characteristics based on conventional gas supply characteristics and gas grill requirements. A restrictor mechanism, when in first and second configurations, respectively, restricts movement of the valve core to a first predetermined range for a first mode of operation (first type of gas supply) and to a second predetermined range for a second mode of operation (second type of gas supply).

Abstract: A flow duct is provided in which water is caused to flow by way of a delivery device disposed in a circulation line. In order to be able to adapt the flow inside the duct to the particular requirements, and/or achieve a laminar flow over the entire flow region, a plurality of circulation lines is provided, each having a controllable delivery device, wherein the circulation lines lead into the flow duct separately from each other, and wherein the discharge openings of the circulation lines are distributed over the face wall of the flow duct.

Abstract: A local logic solver that operates with a local smart valve controller to control, test and monitor performance characteristics of a local field-mounted emergency isolation valve device, outputting a local indication of trouble on the device, which is mounted in the field away from the facility's central control panel for the process. The local logic solver includes a recording function and memory for retrieval of detected faults that are time-stamped and recorded locally to generate documentation and to track the elapsed time, starting when the degraded state of the device was detected and first signaled as a problem; other performance data is also recorded. Accordingly, the operation of the overall system is simplified by eliminating the need for an external computer to diagnose any problems.

Abstract: A process fluid flow system is provided having an input, an output, and a plurality of fluid circuits disposed between the input and output. At least one valve is disposed to selectably cause process fluid to flow through either a first circuit of the plurality of circuits, or a second circuit of the plurality of circuits. Process fluid flows through the first circuit during normal production, and through the second circuit during process fluid sequestration. A process fluid flow measurement device is operably interposed between the input and output and configured to measure total flow through the system. A separator is disposed in the second circuit and is arranged to allow the process fluid to separate gravitationally over time into immiscible components of the process fluid, the separator having a known internal volume. A guided wave radar level measurement device is preferably disposed to measure heights of interfaces within the separator.

Abstract: The present-invention supplies a quantity Q of gas while dividing at flow rate ratio Q1/Q2 from a gas supply facility equipped with a flow controller. A a total quantity Q=Q1+Q2 of gas is supplied into a chamber at flow rate Q1 and Q2 through shower plates fixed to ends of branch supply lines by providing open/close valves with a plurality of branch supply lines GL1 and GL2, respectively, to supply the specified quantity of gas from the gas supply facility, and by utilizing bypass line BL1 on the downstream side of the open/close valve OV1 and branched from GL1, bypass line BL2 on the downstream side of the open/close valve OV2 and branched from GL2, pressure type division quantity controller connected to the bypass line BL1 and the bypass line BL2, sensor measuring pressure inside branch supply line GL1, and another sensor measuring pressure inside branch supply line GL2.

Abstract: A method of monitoring sodium hypochlorite usage, which includes providing a chemical system comprising: a tank of known capacity mounted upon a scale, the scale being capable of generating a series of signals related to the weight of the tank when empty and at various levels of fill; and a system controller for receiving the series of signals from the scale relating to the weight of the tank when empty and at various levels of fill; inputting into the system controller the series of signals from the scale relating to the weight of the tank when empty and at various levels of fill with sodium hypochlorite; inputting into the system controller a concentration of the sodium hypochlorite upon filling of the tank; tracking an age of the sodium hypochlorite within the tank to obtain a percent concentrate of sodium hypochlorite; and displaying usage of sodium hypochlorite on a display.

Abstract: An identification system comprises removable fittings for the pressure lines or hoses. The identification system in particular comprises sets of matched identification fittings which are joinable together, but separable for individual mounting to respective ones of a pressure line fitting and the port to which the pressure fitting is connected. The identification fittings have matched surface indicia, which has a unique identifier that is common to both of the matched identification fittings provided as a set. For example, one set of identification fittings may each be marked with a visible indicator such as a common letter such as a capital A.

Abstract: The invention relates to a network system for monitoring valves in a facility, which comprises: (a) a plurality of valve monitoring devices—VMDs, each monitoring device is affixed to a valve, and comprises: (a.1) a sensor for sensing the status of the valve; (a.2) short range wireless communication unit for transmitting the status as sensed by said sensor, and for transmitting the status as sensed, together with an identification of said device, to one or more Valve Device Readers—VDRs located within said short range; (a.3) mechanism for affixing the device to the monitored valve in a manner which does not disturb the normal operation of the valve; and (a.4) one or more VDRs for receiving the transmission of the valve status and VMD identification from said VMDs, and for forwarding the same to a server by Ethernet communication.

Abstract: A direct drive servovalve device includes (i) a servovalve motor having a stator and a rotor assembly configured to rotate relative to the stator, (ii) a valve member coupled to the rotor assembly, and (iii) a sensor assembly. The sensor assembly includes an interface configured to couple to a controller that controls the servovalve motor, a set of programmable Hall sensors coupled to the interface, and a support. The support (e.g., a ring-shaped collar or sleeve) supports the set of Hall sensors at an installation location which is (i) adjacent to the rotor assembly and (ii) fixed relative to the stator. The set of programmable Hall sensors is configured to provide a set of position signals to the controller through the interface. The set of position signals identifies a rotational position of the rotor assembly relative to the stator.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fluid distribution device for uniformly distributing and outputting a fluid, which is supplied to an input flow channel, into at least three output flow channels, comprising a plurality of branch flow channels, at least three fluid bifurcation portions, and at least one fluid converging portion, wherein the fluid distribution device is configured to correspond to a pressure drop compartment connection model composed of a fluid balance equation and a pressure balance equation. Furthermore, the present invention provides a micro plant using the fluid distribution device, a method of designing the fluid distribution device and a method of detecting blockage of flow channels of the fluid distribution device.

Abstract: By monitoring pressure transients in a liquid within a liquid distribution system using only a single sensor, events such as the opening and closing of valves at specific fixtures are readily detected. The sensor, which can readily be coupled to a faucet bib, transmits an output signal to a computing device. Each such event can be identified by the device based by comparing characteristic features of the pressure transient waveform with previously observed characteristic features for events in the system. These characteristic features, which can include the varying pressure, derivative, and real Cepstrum of the pressure transient waveform, can be used to select a specific fixture where a valve open or close event has occurred. Flow to each fixture and leaks in the system can also be determined from the pressure transient signal. A second sensor disposed at a point disparate from the first sensor provides further event information.

Abstract: A determination of bleed valve activation in a gas turbine engine can be difficult unless the engine is maintained at a steady idle state for comparison between that state and effects of activation of the bleed valve. Furthermore, specific test activation of bleed valves increases wear and tear on those valves. By sensing a flow pressure response signal and then through appropriate averaging and processing through a non-linear filter, it is possible to identify bleed valve activation by a target signal response exceeding a threshold indicative of such bleed valve activation.

Abstract: Systems that utilize a power grid to monitor and control fluid flow within a water system are presented. The system can have first and second docking stations configured to process signals produced by respective first and second sensors. The docking stations are preferably user-pluggable into a power grid such that the docking stations can communicate with other docking stations, sensors, or a remote monitor. Methods of refitting an existing water system to monitor and control water consumption are also presented. Sections of the existing system can be replaced with new sections that include at least one valve and sensor to monitor and control fluid flow through that section.

Abstract: An inflow control device comprising a housing; a fluid inlet to the housing; a fluid resistance pathway defined within the housing; a fluid outlet from the resistance pathway leading to a fluid flow passage; and an exit sensor positioned to measure a fluid parameter in the fluid flow passage immediately downstream of the resistance pathway and method.

Abstract: A local logic solver operates with a local smart valve controller to control and test a local field-mounted emergency isolation valve device, outputting a local indication of trouble on the device, which is mounted in the field away from the facility's central control panel for the process. Accordingly, the operation of the overall system is simplified by eliminating the need for an external computer to diagnose any problems. A local control panel includes an indicator light substantially adjacent to or in close proximity to the device being monitored to alert personnel of detected faults. Detected faults are time-stamped locally to generate documentation and to track the elapsed time, starting when the degraded state of the device was detected and first signaled as a problem.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for remote frequency-based inspection of a valve seat comprises inserting a frequency-based inspection tool into an inspection position over the valve seat and contacting the one or more supports to the inner surface of the valve seat. An input signal is transmitted at a desired frequency through the valve seat to a joint between the valve seat and a valve shaft via the one or more transducers. The shaft is rotated to remotely rotate the fixture, thereby allowing an inspection of an entire perimeter of the joint. An output signal is received and is evaluated to determine if an anomaly is present in the joint.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention provide a stationary fire fighting system for retrofitting into a structure. The system can include a flowmeter in fluid communication with a water line in the structure. The flowmeter can generate a flow rate signal. The system can include a controller connected to the flowmeter and a proportioner pump connected to the controller. The system can include an additive supply tank in fluid communication with the proportioner pump. The controller can operate the proportioner pump based on the flow rate signal to provide additive from the additive supply tank to the water line to create a solution. The system can include at least one sprinkler head to distribute the solution within the structure.

Abstract: A scrubber system in semiconductor includes a local scrubber, a plurality of pipelines connecting at least a process equipment to the local scrubber, and a flow balancing piping. The flow balancing piping includes a connecting duct, a plurality of flow balancing manifolds connecting the pipelines to the connecting duct, a plurality of first flow balancing valve respectively positioned on the flow balancing manifolds, and at least a second flow balancing valve positioned on the connecting duct.

Abstract: The invention concerns a valve arrangement (1) with a high-pressure connection (P), a low-pressure connection (T), at least one control valve (2 to 5), which is accommodated in a control valve module and has at least one working connection (A, B) for a hydraulic consumer (7 to 10), and a safety valve (6), which is accommodated in a safety valve module, and which releases or blocks a passage between the high-pressure connection (P) and the control valves (2 to 5), the control valve module (2 to 5) and the safety valve module (6) being connected to one component group. It is endeavoured to provide a valve arrangement with a high safety level. For this purpose, it is ensured that each control valve (2 to 5, 2? to 5?) has an error detection device (19), that the safety valve module (6) has a safety switch device (21) and that the component group has a connection (20) between the safety switch device (21) and the error detection device (19).

Abstract: An apparatus for controlling flow in a flowline under pressure, said apparatus comprising a flow passage having a firs end and a second end, and hindering means for reducing the flow in the flow passage, the hindering means being arranged to move between a first and a second position under influence of a pressure difference between the first end and the second end of the flow passage. The reduction of the flow in the flow passage is larger when the hindering means is in the first and second position than when the hindering means is in an intermediate position between said first and second positions. Hereby an improved safety valve, which is adapted to shut off flow in a flow line in two directions, is provided.

Abstract: An automatic flushing system for a potable water station includes a conduit having a first end connected to a potable water supply source and a second end having a nozzle coupling. It also includes an air gap assembly having a coupling operable for coupling with the nozzle coupling to releasably connect the conduit to the air gap assembly in a stored position. Further, the system includes a control system operable for automatically flushing potable water through the conduit and the air gap assembly after exceeding a predetermined time in which a predetermined minimum threshold temperature is exceeded and a predetermined time during which the potable water station has remained idle. A method for automatically flushing a potable water station includes the step of providing the potable water station with a conduit having a first end connected to a potable water supply source and having a second end remote therefrom.

Abstract: A sensing module for a fluid valve utilizes a sensor body having a sensing chamber. An extension member is fixedly coupled to a main valve element, is slidable within the sensing chamber along a first axis, and has an inclined cam surface. A plunger has a cam follower for engaging the cam surface and is slidable along a second axis between a first position when the valve element is in its deactuated position and a second position when the valve element is in its actuated position. The plunger is exposed to the sensing chamber. A sensing switch is coupled to the plunger for generating a switch signal indicative of the first and second positions. The valve body and the sensing body cooperate to form a fluid passage between the outlet port and the sensing chamber, and the plunger moves to the second position when the valve element is in the deactuated position if a fluid pressure greater than a predetermined pressure is present at the outlet port.

Abstract: The present invention provides a device for monitoring the operation of a control valve (1), which is adapted to supply fluid at a predetermined temperature via an outlet (4). The device includes a sensor (10) adapted to be coupled to the outlet (4) so as to sense the temperature of the fluid. An indication device (16) and a processor (18) are provided. In use, the processor is adapted to determine the temperature of the fluid from the sensor and, provide an indication of this via the indication device.

Abstract: A system and method of monitoring a pressurized container having an auxiliary device are provided. The system includes a sensor operable to provide a signal representative of at least one operating condition of the pressurized container. The system also includes a control operable to receive the signal from the sensor and generate a warning when the sensed operating condition will impact the operation of the auxiliary device.

Abstract: A trip manifold assembly is disclosed which includes a manifold body connected to a header shaft. The header shaft passes through a plurality of rotary valves. Each rotary valve is connected to a pressure transmitter. The header shaft comprises two passages including a transmitter input passage and a drain passage. The rotary valves each comprise a through passage. A manifold body provides fluid communication between an input source and the transmitter input passage of the header shaft. The manifold also provides communication between the drain passage of the header shaft and a drain vent. The rotary valves are each independently rotatable between two positions including a transmit position where the through passage of each valve provides communication between the transmitter input passage of the header shaft and their respective pressure transmitters.

Abstract: A control valve for regulating flow of fluids passing through the valve. The control valve includes a body with an inlet, an outlet and a passageway through which the fluid passes from the inlet to the outlet. The control valve also includes a displaceable column provided with an internal and concentric bolt, the displaceable column is actuated by an actuator, the actuator positioned in a chamber that is connected to the body, a valve closure attached to the displaceable column. The displaceable column moves between a most retracted position, in which the inlet is fluidically communicating with the outlet, and a most pulled out position, in which the valve closure sealingly blocks the passage of fluid through the control valve.

Abstract: The valve includes an intake duct (13) for conveying water into the valve, an externally projecting tubular body (20) of a transparent with an internal cavity (21) and a flow indicator rod (40), slidable inside the valve, with a lower portion in the intake duct (13) and an upper indicator portion in the internal cavity (21) of the transparent body (20). The upper, indicator portion has a first upper area (46) able to indicate no water is flowing and a second, lower area (47) able to indicate that water is flowing through the intake duct (13).

Abstract: A valve control system comprises a programmable electronic controller. The programmable electronic controller is configured to provide an emergency actuation signal to a motor upon receiving an emergency close signal. The programmable electronic controller is configured to provide a test actuation signal to the motor upon receiving a test close signal. The valve control system further comprises a gas detection input configured to receive a gas detection signal. Receipt of the gas detection signal at least partially meeting a first criterion causes the emergency close signal to be supplied to the controller. The valve control system further comprises a user interface configured to provide the controller with the test close signal in response to a user input. The valve control system further comprises a low battery input configured to receive a low battery signal. Receipt of the low battery signal causes the emergency close signal to be supplied to the controller.

Abstract: A normally closed electromagnetic valve is closed again after temporarily being opened during an abnormality check of the valve. When the valve is opened, electricity is supplied so that a plunger is moved by a coil but a back face of the plunger does not abut against a receiving face of a fixed portion. Because the plunger does not strike the fixed portion, no impact noise is generated. Also, when the valve is closed, the electricity is not instantly dropped to zero, but is gradually reduced. As a result, impact noise when the valve strikes the valve seat is able to be reduced.

Abstract: A circuit balancing valve includes a valve body having fluid flow passage extending therethrough. The fluid flow passage includes a fluid inlet passage-side in fluid communication with a supply line, and a fluid flow outlet passage-side in fluid communication with an outfeed line. A valve seat is provided in the valve body between the inlet and outlet flow passages, and a sealing member is selectively movable in the operation of the valve towards or away from the valve seat to restrict or permit fluid to flow from the inlet passage-side to the outlet passage-side. Fin members are disposed in the outlet passage. The fin members are provided as an axially elongated rib, with a radial spacing from each other of between about 45° and 135°. The inlet flow passage includes an enlarged diameter cylindrical section and a reduced diameter cylindrical section.

Abstract: Continuous filtration systems comprising a venturi, flow control valves, filter and pump. In one specific embodiment the flow control valve and venturi are combined hereinafter referred to as a CHUF. The CHUF may also contain concentrate release, and temperature, flow and two pressure sensors into a single structure. A continuous filtration system for liquid or gas applications is constructed by plumbing a CHUF to a pump and filter. The CHUF is constructed of plastic, stainless steel or other materials. Different plumbing to the CHUF positions the filter in either series, parallel, or series and parallel with a venturi and flow control valve resulting in different pressures and flows at the filter. A single flow control valve simultaneously controls inflow and outflow of the filtration system. Additional flow control valves are used in a process to control pressure independent of flow at the filter.

Abstract: A gas delivery system for providing a gas to manufacturing equipment includes a gas supply unit for providing the gas to the manufacturing equipment including devices to regulate the supply of gas from the gas supply unit to the manufacturing equipment. The system includes a main control unit for regulating the supply of the gas to the manufacturing equipment. The gas delivery system includes a supplemental control unit which receives an emergency shutdown signal from the main control unit for closing off the supply of gas in response to a malfunction of the main control unit and generates a signal for maintaining a gas flow to operate the manufacturing equipment until the cause of the malfunction has been determined. With the system, an unnecessary emergency shutdown of gas supply to semiconductor manufacturing equipment in response to a malfunction of a main controller can be prevented.

Abstract: A manifold system is provided herein. The manifold is operative to automatically switch between an In-Use supply of compressed gas to a Reserve supply of compressed gas. The manifold system is constructed so that after it has been installed, it may be converted for use in other applications such as between compressed gas cylinders and portable bulk liquefied gas. The system may include low wattage electric heater which are mechanically held in direct contact with the valve seat body housing of the primary regulators. The direct contact of the heaters with the valve seat is operative to prevent the primary regulator valve seat from freezing up. The manifold system may include transducers at a plurality of points in the system. A processor is operative to control one or more solenoids to switch supplies of compressed gas and to trigger alarms responsive to the outputs of the transducers.

Abstract: A signal generating valve and timer assembly includes a valve slide and a controller. The controller is coupled to the valve and is adapted to engage the valve to move the valve from a first position to a second position. The valve generates a first signal in at least one of the first or second positions. Movement of the valve slide from the first position to the second position engages an actuator device to activate a switch on the timer to start the timer running for a pre-programmed time period. The timer generates a second signal at the expiration of the selected time period.

Abstract: A method of providing an indication of the position of a valve member of a valve in a fluid path where the valve member is moveable between a fully open position in which a maximum flow of fluid past the valve member is permitted and a closed position in which fluid flow past the valve member is at least substantially prevented, the method including sensing the fluid pressure in the fluid path upstream of the valve member to provide a first signal to a controller, sensing fluid pressure in the fluid path downstream of the valve member to provide a second signal to the controller, and sensing fluid flow downstream of the valve member to provide a third signal to the controller, the controller comparing the first and second signals and applying the third signal, and depending on the comparison of the first and second signals and the third signal, the controller signalling an alerting device which indicates whether the valve member is in at least one of an open and closed position.

Abstract: A fitting for measuring the flow rate of a hydraulic medium through a pipeline having a cylindrical fitting housing with a main flow channel includes a flow meter device with a measuring element and an indicator element. A side chamber is formed in a side connecting piece of the fitting housing. The flow meter device is arranged in the opening of the side connecting piece closing it off to the outside. In a measuring bore that forms the forward flow to the side chamber, a rebounding plate of the measuring element is arranged, which is connected by an indicator rod with an indicator of the indicator element. The main flow channel between intake bore and the outlet bore of the fitting is formed by the measuring bore that leads into the side chamber, the side chamber itself, as well as a transverse bore that adjoins the side chamber. As a result, the entire flow of the main channel runs through the side connecting piece with the measuring bore and the side chamber.

Abstract: A diagnostic system, for a valve (2), having a sensor (12) that senses structure-borne noise and having a device (14) for evaluating a measurement signal (13) of the structure-borne noise. During a calibration process, a first progression of the measurement signal is sensed for the closed position of the valve (2) and a first value (w1) of a characteristic is determined. To simulate leakage noise, the valve (2) is nearly closed during operation, a second progression of the measurement signal is sensed and a second value (w2) is determined. If the deviation of the second value from the first value is sufficiently large, a diagnosis is possible. A third progression of the measurement signal is sensed for the closed position of the valve as in an installed condition, and a third value (w3) is determined. If the deviation of the third value (w3) from the first value (w1) is too great, and if a diagnosis has been identified as being possible, then the system deduces that the valve leaks.

Abstract: In a manifold valve, a part housing chamber and a fist recessed portion are provided to a casing of a selector valve, position sensors for detecting an operating position of a spool are housed in the part housing chamber, a first relay connector connected to both the position sensors and pilot valves is housed in the first recessed portion, a second recessed portion corresponding to the first recessed portion and a substrate housing chamber are provided to a manifold base, a second relay connector to be electrically connected to the first relay connector by mounting the selector valve onto a placing face is housed in the second recessed portion, and a main wiring substrate electrically connected to the second relay connector is housed in the substrate housing chamber.

Abstract: A system for monitoring and controlling one or more utility systems includes a utility system main supply line for supplying a utility to at least one of a structure, an area and a building and a controlled shut-off device on the utility system main supply line. The controlled shut-off device is bias toward an open position and is movable toward a closed position upon receipt of an actuation signal wherein the utility is prevented from passing by the controlled shut-off device. A main utility sensor is on the utility system main supply line and a motion sensor that detects occupancy is in the building. A processor communicates with the controlled shut-off device, the main utility sensor and the motion sensor. The processor sends the actuation signal to the controlled shut-off device to move the controlled shut-off device toward the closed position when input from the main utility sensor and the motion sensor indicates occurrence of an abnormal event.

Abstract: A valve position monitor that provides simultaneous visual and electrical signals of valve position is disclosed. A method of monitoring the position of a valve by utilizing the valve position monitor described herein is also disclosed.

Abstract: A gas delivery system for providing a gas to manufacturing equipment includes a gas supply unit for providing the gas to the manufacturing equipment including devices to regulate the supply of gas from the gas supply unit to the manufacturing equipment. The system includes a main control unit for regulating the supply of the gas to the manufacturing equipment. The gas delivery system includes a supplemental control unit which receives an emergency shutdown signal from the main control unit for closing off the supply of gas in response to a malfunction of the main control unit and generates a signal for maintaining a gas flow to operate the manufacturing equipment until the cause of the malfunction has been determined. With the system, an unnecessary emergency shutdown of gas supply to semiconductor manufacturing equipment in response to a malfunction of a main controller can be prevented.

Abstract: A drive for a control valve has a drive force unit, a yoke for connecting to a valve in a fixed manner, a drive spindle for transmitting the movement of the drive force unit to the valve and a sensor unit for detecting the position of the valve. The sensor unit includes a magnetic track with a reoccurring structure which is integrated into the drive spindle, a sensor which is connected to the yoke of the drive in the vicinity of the magnetic track, which is suitable for detecting the changing magnetic field lines and at least one permanent magnet in the area of the magnetic track and the sensor, whose magnetic field lines penetrate both the magnetic track and the sensor.

Abstract: A device and method to implement the device, to automatically adjust a single valve or a plurality of valves including turning the valve(s) on and off. The device includes a motor drive assembly, a mounting method, and a control method. Each component is discrete. The three components can be combined easily. The motor drive and control components can be mounted and connected to a valve that is currently connected to pipes. Thus one application of this invention is to provide a method to convert a manual valve to an automatic valve. The control method can operate as a means to turn the valve on and off using a manually operated switch or can be automatically controlled in response to an external stimulus. The invention has many applications including protecting real property from loss due to water damage, and against vandalism in cases where valves can be controlled by unauthorized people.

Abstract: A normally closed electromagnetic valve is closed again after temporarily being opened during an abnormality check of the valve. When the valve is opened, electricity is supplied so that a plunger is moved by a coil but a back face of the plunger does not abut against a receiving face of a fixed portion. Because the plunger does not strike the fixed portion, no impact noise is generated. Also, when the valve is closed, the electricity is not instantly dropped to zero, but is gradually reduced. As a result, impact noise when the valve strikes the valve seat is able to be reduced.

Abstract: A pressure control apparatus which controls a pressure of air supplied from a supply hole of a base having a plurality of holes to a supply port of a valve having a plurality of ports is interposed between the base and the valve. This pressure control apparatus comprises a pressure control section which controls a pressure of the air such that the pressure becomes equal to a set pressure, a booster section which outputs a large amount of air to the valve by controlling an output pressure by air from this pressure control section, and a signal control section which outputs a monitor signal indicative of completion of pressure setting when the pressure of air output from the booster section becomes equal to the set pressure.

Abstract: A modular cooling system adapter for coupling to an orifice and applying pressure from a source of pressurized gas. The adapter includes a universal cooling orifice fitting for attaching the device to cooling system orifices of various sizes and configurations. The universal fitting preferably includes a plurality of steps having outer axially extending surfaces disposed at a slight negative angle to a plane parallel to the axial direction. The adapter may include a pressure adapter for coupling to a source of pressurized gas, such that the pressure adapter can be interchanged with other diagnostic tools including a valve assembly, a valve assembly incorporating a temperature probe and gauge and/or a pressure gauge. Additionally, the cooling system adapter is fully modular in that it allows quick disassembly for replacement of components and interchangeability of diagnostic tools.

Abstract: An instrument station in the form of a single-piece body is provided that incorporates ports for a flow measuring device or a piping accessory, including a thermometer, a drain valve, an air vent, a pressure or temperature transmitter, or other measuring device. A balancing type valve may be connected to the instrument station to allow the flow to be adjusted. The instrument station has an inner specific diameter and is attached to a pipe with an equal inner diameter. The pipe section typically has a length that is at least the sum of five inner specific diameters of the body of the instrument station.

Abstract: An apparatus is provided for monitoring the fluidic contents of a tank. The tank includes a quick disconnect valve and an assembly includes a monitor device, such as, for example, a gas density monitor, a pressure monitor, a temperature monitor, etc., and a quick disconnect fitting. The monitor device is coupled to the quick disconnect fitting. The quick disconnect fitting is adapted to couple to the quick disconnect valve such that the interior of the quick disconnect fitting is in fluidic communication with the interior of the monitor device for reducing the chance of leakage upon connection/disconnection.

Abstract: To provide a solenoid valve having a sensor in which monitor devices for monitoring whether input or output pressure in the solenoid valve is appropriate and a switching state of a valve body are collected to simplify the structure and to facilitate the assembling operation, thereby enhancing safety and reliability. A solenoid valve having a sensor comprises a solenoid valve 1, a base 2 for supplying and discharging pressurized fluid to and from ports P, A, B, EA and EB of the solenoid valve 1, and an intermediate block 3 disposed between the solenoid valve 1 and the base 2. The intermediate block 3 is provided with communication passages 53, 54A, 54B, 55A and 55B for respectively bringing the ports of the solenoid valve and flow paths of the base into communication with each other. A conduit 56 crossing the communication passages is provided in the intermediate block 3. A pressure introducing port 58 opening at the communication passage 53 whose pressure is to be detected is formed in the conduit.