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The Role of Safety Valves in Pressure Control

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Safety valves play a crucial role in pressure control within various industries, ensuring the safety of equipment and personnel. These valves are designed to release excess pressure from a system to prevent catastrophic failures, explosions, or other dangerous situations. The primary function of a safety valve is to protect the system from overpressure by releasing the excess pressure to a safe level. This helps prevent damage to equipment, loss of product, and potential injuries to employees. Safety valves are typically set to open at a predetermined pressure level, known as the setpoint, and close once the pressure returns to a safe level. In addition to protecting equipment and personnel, safety valves also help maintain the efficiency and reliability of a system. By releasing excess pressure, these valves prevent damage to sensitive components and ensure that the system operates within its design parameters. This ultimately leads to longer equipment lifespan and reduced maintenanc