Katie Reid

Posts by Katie Reid

New Technical Briefing: Industrial Valves Guru Shares 7-Step Method for Selecting a Valve

If you don't relish valve selection, you're not alone. Here's a proven method for selecting the right valve for each application, every time.

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FAQ: How Do I Adjust Valve Stem Packing? What About a Rebuild?

Below is a video on how to do a simple packing adjustment to get better performance from valves. Service instructions and rebuild kits are available in our electronic desktop reference guide (free dow …

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New Technical Briefing: 2 Ways to Improve Refinery Pump Performance (+ 6 Free Resources)

Every minute of downtime matters and every dollar spent repairing systems count. The strategies outlined below can boost the energy efficiency of seal support systems—and take some pressure off of rot …

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FAQ: What if we need Swagelok parts or expertise at 2:00am?

We have team members on call around the clock. Every day. Every night. Year round.

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New Technical Briefing: Mechanical Seal Support System Best Practices

When rotating equipment fails, it’s often due to a seal failure. In fact, about 40% of all unscheduled critical pump shutdowns are caused by mechanical seal failures. Learn best practices from mechani …

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New Technical Briefing: Industrial Steam Sampling Best Practices

In a new technical briefing you'll learn about the most common errors in steam sampling and six keys to doing it right.

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