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What Does MAST Mean with Valves?

What Does MAST Mean with Valves? MAST (Maximum Allowable Stem Torque) refers to the maximum amount of torque that can be applied to the stem of a valve or a similar device without causing damage or malfunction. The stem is the part of the valve…
Max-Air Technology
April 23, 2024
Technical FAQs

What is the Purpose of Oxygen Cleaning Valves?

What is the Purpose of Oxygen Cleaning Valves? Oxygen cleaning is a process that involves removing contaminants from equipment and components that will come into contact with high-pressure oxygen. This is particularly important in industries such as aerospace, medical, and diving, where oxygen is used…
Max-Air Technology
April 22, 2024
Technical FAQs

How Does a Declutchable Gear Operator Work?

How Does a Declutchable Gear Operator Work? A declutch gear operator, also known as a declutch-able manual override or a manual handwheel, is a device commonly used with industrial valves and actuators to manually operate the valve when needed, regardless of the automated or electric…
Max-Air Technology
February 26, 2024
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What is Cavitation?

What is Cavitation? Cavitation in a valve or pipeline refers to a phenomenon that occurs when the pressure of a fluid drops below its vapor pressure, causing the formation and subsequent collapse of vapor or gas bubbles. This collapse produces intense shockwaves and can lead…
Max-Air Technology
July 14, 2023
Technical FAQs

Why Use a Vented Ball?

Why Use a Vented Ball? Ball valves equipped with a “vented ball” generally fall into two functional categories – internally vented or externally vented. It is important to identify which type is needed for your application because there are significant differences between the two functions.…
Max-Air Technology
July 13, 2023
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Reinvesting in Automated Inventory Solutions

Reinvesting is a core principle of Max-Air Technology. We put the experience of our partners and employees first. One of the ways Max-Air is working to optimize delivery as we experience rapid growth is reinvesting in automated inventory solutions. This vertical storage device has taken…
Max-Air Technology
September 13, 2022