Actuators are mechanical or electro-mechanical devices that provide controlled movements to a connected mechanism or a linear or rotary system. However, the system needs a power source to function properly. Here’s a list of the different types of actuators, their uses, and how each works. Hydraulic Actuators A hydraulic actuator uses pressurized liquid to facilitate mechanical operations […]

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An electric actuated ball valve is certainly a mouthful to say, yet the device plays a pivotal role in the HVAC world. If you aren’t familiar with the term, an electric actuated ball valve is most often used in industrial and commercial HVAC systems, allowing controlled, automated air flow by opening, closing and rotating valves […]

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  From June through November, hurricanes wreak havoc on homes throughout the country. These massive storms start in the south Atlantic and Caribbean and gain momentum as they approach Florida, the Gulf states, and up the east coast. While rain and wind are two of the defining factors of a hurricane that threaten your home, […]

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