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How ball valves work, floating vs trunnion, WOG and Class ratings, seat materials, and how to spec the right one. From ValveMan, in valves since 1965.
Read the ArticleHow ball valves work, floating vs trunnion, WOG and Class ratings, seat materials, and how to spec the right one. From ValveMan, in valves since...
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