Paladon Systems

Valve Automation Control Systems Overview

Overview Although valve actuators obviously form a significant part of any valve automation package, at Paladon Systems we never forget that they are fully dependent on their associated control systems for reliable and effective valve control. By building close working relationships with our customers, we fully understand their operational requirements and concerns, and provide robust … Read more

Valve Actuators Overview

Overview Paladon Systems manaufactures a comprehensive range of pneumatic and hydraulic quarter-turn scotch-yoke and linear valve actuators for valve sizes up to 60". Key Features Available in double-acting or spring-return (fail-safe) configurations All steel construction with no external threads Modular design via fully interchangeable power cylinders and spring modules Symmetrical, canted or demi-canted yokes available … Read more

Career Opportunities

  Welcome to Paladon Systems’ career page, from here you can see a listing of all career opportunities currently available at any of our offices and facilities. If you believe that you may be suitable for any of the positions detailed below and you would like to work on the forefront of valve automation technology … Read more

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Paladon Systems Valve Automation Glossary

A–B–C–D–E–F–G–H–I–J–K–L–M–N–O–P–Q–R–S–T–U–V–W–X–Y Yield Strength The limiting stress beyond which a material will sustain permanent deformation. Up to the yield strength the material will spring back to its original dimension when the applied stress is removed. Once the yield point is passed, some amount of the deformation will be irreversible. Yoke That part of a gate valve … Read more

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Paladon Systems Valve Automation Glossary

A–B–C–D–E–F–G–H–I–J–K–L–M–N–O–P–Q–R–S–T–U–V–W–X–Y X-Ray An X-ray, NDE Procedure for locating flaws in welds, forgings, castings and fabricated parts. Techniques and procedures are covered in ASME V, Art. 2.  

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