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## Flashing in control valves happens when liquid pressure drops below vapour pressure, causing it to boil. ### This phenomenon can lead to severe damage, as the rapid expansion of liquid to vapour chokes the flow and propels high-velocity droplets that erode the valve structure. Identifying and mitigating control valve flashing is crucial to maintaining operational efficiency and preventing costly damage.
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EroSolve Flashing solution

Tailored protection for enhanced valve reliability

Protect your plant from costly control valve flashing damage with a solution tailored to your needs. Our experts diagnose your valve conditions and configure EroSolve Flashing technology to improve reliability, reduce maintenance, and extend the life of your equipment.
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Typical applications

Addressing severe flashing erosion

Some water applications are prone to severe flashing erosion: - Intermittent Blowdown Valve - Continuous Blowdown Valve - Superheater Drain Valve - Steam Line Drain Valve - Heater Drain Valve

Benefits of EroSolve Flashing

The ultimate solution for erosion control

Expert guidance

Our Valve Doctors® and experienced engineers use data evaluation and root cause analysis to help customers choose the right flashing solutions.

Optimised solutions

EroSolve Flashing provides the best possible solution tailored to specific customer conditions.

Easy maintenance

Options to replace either the entire valve or just the trim parts offer immediate improvements.

Improved flow control

Our design ensures enhanced flow control without vibration, noise, or leakage.

Extended valve lifecycle

By controlling erosion and performance, EroSolve Flashing extends the valve lifecycle by up to four times compared to similar products.

Safer operations

Effective flashing control enhances operational safety by preventing aggravating problems.

Real world impact

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Case Study

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Flashing erosion fix at chemical plant

September 30, 2022

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Case Study

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Flashing erosion fix installed at CCPP

September 30, 2022

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Looking for a tailored flashing solution?

Discuss a solution that fits your plant. EroSolve Flashing is available for new and existing angle or globe valves, helping you control flashing, cut maintenance costs, and extend equipment life without major system changes.
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