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Fast-stroking valves for an FCCU regenerator<\/strong> are severe-service valves and actuator packages specified to move to a defined safe position within a validated time after a trip, high-pressure event, power loss, or safety demand. In a fluid catalytic cracking unit, regenerator valves influence catalyst circulation, reactor-regenerator differential pressure, flue-gas routing, and, in some units, expander protection. The practical conclusion is simple: stroke time is not just an actuator speed number; it is a process-safety requirement that must be proven under realistic load, temperature, friction, hydraulic, and control-logic conditions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FCCU slide and flue-gas valves operate in high-temperature, erosive, catalyst-laden service where small mechanical changes can create large process consequences. Competitor literature commonly describes FCCU slide valves as regulating catalyst and flue-gas movement between the reactor, regenerator, and associated vessels. Specialized FCCU actuator suppliers also publish full-stroke speed ranges as fast as fractions of a second to several seconds for certain high-performance actuator packages. This article explains how to specify the right stroke time, size the actuator without underestimating real load, and design fail-safe logic that is testable, maintainable, and aligned with the refinery\u2019s hazard analysis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why Fast-Stroking Regenerator Valves Matter in FCCU Service<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A regenerator is not a quiet piece of equipment. It burns coke from spent catalyst, maintains catalyst activity, and sends regenerated catalyst back toward the reactor. The valves around it may look like ordinary final control elements on a P&ID, but in real operation they sit at the intersection of pressure control, catalyst hydraulics, hot erosive solids, expander protection, and emergency shutdown logic<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In everyday operation, a regenerator-related valve may modulate to control pressure, route flue gas, or maintain catalyst circulation. During an abnormal event, the same valve package may need to move quickly to a safe position. That is why the specification should not say only \u201cfast acting.\u201d It should define the required travel direction, measured stroke time, minimum available actuator force or torque, emergency power source, position feedback, trip logic, and proof-test method<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For severe isolation and actuation-ready valve systems, Carter Valve\u2019s engineering approach is built around application-based selection, actuator matching, and verification-led quality support. If your project involves high-temperature isolation or actuation packages, Carter Valve\u2019s critical isolation valve selection guide<\/a> and actuator sizing guide for butterfly valves<\/a> are useful companion resources before finalizing the valve data sheet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What \u201cFast-Stroking\u201d Should Mean on a Valve Data Sheet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A good specification avoids vague language. \u201cFast-stroking\u201d should mean that the valve travels from a defined initial position to a defined final safe position within a specified time, under specified process and utility conditions, with the required position confirmation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For an FCCU regenerator valve, write the requirement in a way that can be tested. A strong wording is: \u201cValve shall move from 100% open to fully closed within X seconds upon ESD demand, at minimum hydraulic pressure and maximum design differential pressure, with position feedback confirmed at the SIS\/DCS.\u201d If the valve must open rather than close, state that explicitly. If it must fail last, explain why that state is safer than forced movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stroke-time<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Specification item<\/th>Weak wording<\/th>Better wording<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Stroke time<\/td>Fast acting<\/td>Full travel from normal operating position to safe position in X seconds or less<\/td><\/tr>
Failure direction<\/td>Fail safe<\/td>Fail closed on ESD, fail open on hydraulic loss, or fail last, as defined by PHA\/LOPA<\/td><\/tr>
Load condition<\/td>At shop test<\/td>At minimum utility pressure and maximum specified differential pressure or simulated equivalent<\/td><\/tr>
Confirmation<\/td>Limit switch supplied<\/td>Independent open\/closed limit switches plus continuous position feedback, where required<\/td><\/tr>
Test basis<\/td>Vendor standard<\/td>Factory acceptance test, site stroke test, and periodic proof-test interval documented<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A common mistake is to specify an aggressive stroke time but ignore how fast movement changes mechanical stress. A valve that slams shut may create piping loads, pressure waves, seat damage, or unstable catalyst circulation. A valve that moves too slowly may allow the process excursion to grow. The target is not \u201cas fast as possible.\u201d The target is fast enough to reduce risk while controlled enough to avoid creating a new hazard<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroke Time: How to Set a Realistic Target<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stroke-time selection should begin with the process hazard, not the actuator catalog. In practice, the refinery team should ask three questions. First, what event requires movement: high regenerator pressure, expander trip, loss of air, hydraulic failure, reverse catalyst flow risk, or manual emergency shutdown? Second, how quickly does the process become unsafe if the valve does not reach its final position? Third, what mechanical limits prevent the valve from moving faster without damage?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Industry examples show that certain FCCU actuator packages can achieve very fast full-stroke operation, including ranges measured from fractions of a second to several seconds for high-speed butterfly actuator systems. However, published capability is not the same as project acceptance. Actual stroke time depends on valve size, travel, differential pressure, friction, hydraulic flow, accumulator volume, temperature effects, control-valve or solenoid capacity, tubing losses, and the final 10% of travel where seating load often increases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stroke-time decision factor<\/th>Why it matters in FCCU regenerator service<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Process upset growth rate<\/td>Determines the maximum exposure window before pressure or circulation becomes unacceptable<\/td><\/tr>
Valve type and travel<\/td>Slide valves, butterfly valves, diverters, and plug valves have different force and torque profiles<\/td><\/tr>
Seating or unseating load<\/td>The start and end of travel may require more force than mid-stroke movement<\/td><\/tr>
Hydraulic or pneumatic flow capacity<\/td>Small tubing, undersized solenoids, or restricted quick-exhaust paths can slow travel<\/td><\/tr>
Accumulator reserve<\/td>Emergency movement must remain possible after pump, air, or power failure<\/td><\/tr>
Position verification<\/td>The safety system should know whether the valve actually reached the demanded state<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A practical specification often uses two numbers: a maximum trip stroke time<\/strong> and a controlled normal-stroke time<\/strong>. Normal modulation may be slower for stable control. Emergency movement may be faster but still damped. This distinction prevents the control valve from becoming too aggressive during routine operation while still meeting safety demand requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Actuator Sizing: Do Not Size Only for Nominal Torque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most common under-sizing error is using clean, room-temperature nominal torque as if the FCCU regenerator were a benign utility service. It is not. Catalyst fines, high metal temperature, erosion, ash, coke, distorted guides, thermal growth, packing friction, and differential pressure all increase the required output.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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For rotary valves, the actuator must provide enough torque across the full travel curve, including breakaway, dynamic movement, and seating. For linear slide or plug valves, the actuator must provide enough thrust to overcome pressure load, friction, guide resistance, packing drag, solids buildup, and any required seating force. Hydraulic actuators are common in this severe service because they can deliver high force density, controlled movement, and stored emergency energy through accumulators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Load contributor<\/th>What to request from the vendor<\/th>Why it should not be ignored<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Differential pressure load<\/td>Maximum operating and design \u0394P in both directions<\/td>Determines force or torque needed to start and continue movement<\/td><\/tr>
Packing and stem friction<\/td>Hot-service packing data and adjustment assumptions<\/td>Packing can dominate small-motion resistance after maintenance<\/td><\/tr>
Catalyst fouling allowance<\/td>Design allowance for fines, deposits, and guide friction<\/td>Clean shop tests often understate in-service resistance<\/td><\/tr>
Thermal expansion<\/td>Hot-clearance and material-expansion review<\/td>Misalignment or tight guides can create sticking risk<\/td><\/tr>
Dynamic acceleration<\/td>Required emergency stroke time and moving mass<\/td>Fast travel requires additional force beyond static load<\/td><\/tr>
Safety factor<\/td>Defined margin above calculated maximum<\/td>Provides resilience against uncertainty, wear, and aging<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When reviewing a proposal, ask for the actuator output curve and compare it against the valve required torque or thrust curve. The curve should remain above the requirement across the complete travel, not just at breakaway. If the package uses a hydraulic power unit, request the minimum pump pressure, accumulator pre-charge, usable oil volume, line losses, solenoid Cv, and emergency cycle capacity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For butterfly-style high-temperature isolation, Carter Valve\u2019s six-eccentric platform is relevant because lower rubbing and stable metal-to-metal sealing can reduce operating torque compared with conventional severe-service geometries. The company describes its CARTERUS six-eccentric valve as using a cone-to-cone metal seal and a non-rubbing design for critical isolation duties; related product pages include the CARTERUS Six-Eccentric Butterfly Valve<\/a> and the next-gen six-eccentric butterfly valve<\/a>. The engineering lesson is broader: the best actuator sizing starts with valve mechanics, not just actuator power<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fail-Safe Logic: Define the Safe State Before Selecting Hardware<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A fail-safe position is not universal. In one FCCU regenerator scenario, fail closed may protect an expander or isolate a hazardous path. In another, fail open may relieve pressure or preserve a flow path. In a third, fail last may be safer because an uncontrolled movement could destabilize the unit. The correct answer should come from the refinery\u2019s process hazard analysis, layers of protection analysis, licensor guidance, and operating philosophy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Functional safety standards for the process industry emphasize that safety instrumented functions should be defined, assessed, and managed through the lifecycle rather than treated as isolated devices. OSHA\u2019s Process Safety Management framework also highlights the importance of process safety information, operating procedures, mechanical integrity, and management of change for highly hazardous chemical processes. In FCCU practice, that means the valve, actuator, solenoids, feedback devices, hydraulic power unit, alarm response, bypass policy, and test interval must be considered together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Fail-safe<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Fail-safe choice<\/th>Typical reason to choose it<\/th>Key verification point<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Fail closed<\/td>Isolate flow, protect downstream equipment, stop energy input to expander<\/td>Confirm closure time and seat load under worst-case \u0394P<\/td><\/tr>
Fail open<\/td>Prevent pressure buildup or maintain a critical relief\/bypass path<\/td>Confirm opening force and no blockage from deposits<\/td><\/tr>
Fail last<\/td>Avoid unsafe movement on loss of utility when current position is safer<\/td>Confirm hydraulic locking, drift rate, and manual recovery method<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Do not let the phrase \u201c2oo3 logic\u201d become a substitute for engineering judgment. Two-out-of-three voting can reduce spurious trips for certain input architectures, but it can also hide sensor failures if diagnostics and proof testing are weak. The logic should define what happens on each demand: high pressure, expander trip, hydraulic pump failure, low accumulator pressure, instrument-air failure, emergency pushbutton, and loss of communications. It should also define permissives, bypass controls, alarm priorities, and manual reset requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Practical Case Scenario: Slow Final Travel After a Turnaround<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Consider a refinery that replaces packing on a regenerator flue-gas valve during turnaround. The valve passes a no-load shop stroke test in 3.8 seconds, comfortably below the 5-second project target. After start-up, however, operators notice that the final 15% of closure takes longer when the unit is hot. The valve still moves, but the ESD test trend shows a total stroke time closer to 6.5 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The root cause is not a single component failure. The new packing was tightened conservatively, the hydraulic oil temperature was lower during testing than assumed, and catalyst fines had increased guide friction. The actuator was sized with adequate nominal torque, but without enough margin for combined hot-service friction and emergency acceleration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fix is a package-level correction: verify packing load, clean and inspect guides, confirm accumulator pre-charge, validate solenoid flow capacity, and update the actuator sizing basis. The lesson is important for specifications: a fast-stroking valve must be validated as a system, not as a collection of individual parts<\/strong>. This is also why Carter Valve\u2019s service positioning around application-based configuration, actuator matching, commissioning guidance, and spares planning matters for severe-service projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commissioning and Proof Testing Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Commissioning should prove the valve can do what the safety narrative says it will do. A factory test is valuable, but it cannot replace site verification under installed conditions. A site test should record baseline stroke time, hydraulic pressure profile, accumulator pressure before and after movement, position feedback timing, solenoid response, and any abnormal vibration or impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Commissioning<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Test item<\/th>Acceptance question<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Direction check<\/td>Does the valve move to the correct safe position for each trip input?<\/td><\/tr>
Full-stroke timing<\/td>Does actual travel meet the specified time at minimum utility pressure?<\/td><\/tr>
Partial-stroke test<\/td>Can the valve movement be verified without disturbing unit stability?<\/td><\/tr>
Position feedback<\/td>Do limit switches and transmitters agree with physical valve position?<\/td><\/tr>
Accumulator capacity<\/td>Is there enough stored energy for the required emergency cycle?<\/td><\/tr>
Solenoid and logic test<\/td>Does the command path work from input to final element?<\/td><\/tr>
Manual operation<\/td>Can operators recover safely using the documented procedure?<\/td><\/tr>
Documentation<\/td>Are baseline curves, settings, and bypass controls stored for future audits?<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Partial-stroke testing is especially useful for valves that cannot be fully stroked during normal FCCU operation. It does not prove the entire travel path, but it can reveal stuck stems, failed solenoids, feedback faults, and slow initial movement. Full-stroke tests should still be planned during shutdowns or controlled operating windows where process risk is acceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost, Risk, and Timeline Considerations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A fast-stroking FCCU regenerator valve is rarely the cheapest valve package on the bid tab. It may require a larger actuator, hydraulic power unit, accumulators, redundant solenoids, position feedback, engineered controls, higher-temperature materials, hardfacing, purge details, and more detailed testing. Yet the cost of under-specification can be much higher than the premium for correct design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In refinery economics, the largest exposure is often not the valve purchase price. It is unplanned downtime, lost throughput, catalyst circulation instability, flue-gas handling disruption, expander damage risk, start-up delay, and emergency maintenance. A single failed proof test during start-up can consume days of investigation if the team lacks baseline curves, hydraulic data, and clear acceptance criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project stage<\/th>Recommended timing<\/th>Deliverable<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Concept or FEED<\/td>Early, before valve type is frozen<\/td>Define safe state, target stroke time, and required diagnostics<\/td><\/tr>
Detail engineering<\/td>Before purchase order<\/td>Complete torque\/thrust basis, actuator sizing, logic narrative, and test plan<\/td><\/tr>
Factory acceptance<\/td>Before shipment<\/td>Verify travel, feedback, HPU\/accumulator function, and documentation<\/td><\/tr>
Site commissioning<\/td>Before start-up or return to service<\/td>Record installed baseline and confirm ESD path<\/td><\/tr>
Operation<\/td>Periodic interval set by site program<\/td>Review trends, partial-stroke data, alarms, and maintenance findings<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

For teams comparing options, Carter Valve\u2019s actuation product category<\/a>, pneumatic actuator category<\/a>, and electric actuator category<\/a> can help frame the actuator discussion. For FCCU erosion and high-temperature valve body considerations, the related guide on FCCU valve erosion, triple-offset design, and hardfacing<\/a> provides a useful transition from actuator logic to valve metallurgy and trim protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Misconceptions That Create Fast-Stroking Valve Problems<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One misconception is that a larger actuator automatically solves every problem. Oversizing can create uncontrolled impact, poor modulation, high mechanical stress, or seat damage if speed control and damping are not engineered. The goal is not maximum force at any cost; it is adequate force with controlled motion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another misconception is that a valve is safe because it stroked once during a factory test. FCCU conditions change over time. Packing ages, catalyst dust accumulates, hydraulic oil properties shift, solenoids degrade, and position devices drift. A proof-test program must therefore look for trend changes, not only pass\/fail results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A third misconception is that fail closed is always safer. In pressure-relief or bypass-related duties, fail open may be the safer choice. In certain catalyst circulation scenarios, fail last may prevent a worse upset. The correct fail position is a process decision, not a purchasing default.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buyer\u2019s Checklist for Fast-Stroking FCCU Regenerator Valves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before awarding a package, ask the supplier to answer the following questions in writing. The answers will quickly show whether the offer is a true engineered package or only a valve with an actuator attached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Checklist question<\/th>What a strong answer includes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
What is the defined safe position and why?<\/td>PHA\/LOPA reference, operating philosophy, and licensor alignment<\/td><\/tr>
What is the guaranteed emergency stroke time?<\/td>Direction, starting position, ending position, utility pressure, load basis<\/td><\/tr>
How was actuator torque or thrust calculated?<\/td>Full travel curve, \u0394P, friction, fouling, thermal, and dynamic factors<\/td><\/tr>
What happens on utility failure?<\/td>Accumulator, spring return, fail last, manual recovery, and alarm behavior<\/td><\/tr>
How is movement confirmed?<\/td>Independent limit switches, transmitter, SIS\/DCS feedback, test procedure<\/td><\/tr>
How will the valve be tested later?<\/td>Partial-stroke method, full-stroke interval, documentation, bypass control<\/td><\/tr>
What spare parts matter most?<\/td>Seals, packing, solenoids, feedback devices, accumulator components<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If the service is high-temperature flue gas or severe isolation rather than a catalyst slide valve, also review seat geometry and leakage requirements. Carter Valve\u2019s pages on metal-to-metal seated butterfly valves<\/a>, six-eccentric versus triple-offset butterfly valves<\/a>, and valve leakage classes<\/a> provide helpful background for specifying shutoff performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fast-stroking valves for FCCU regenerator service should be specified as complete safety and reliability systems. The best package is not simply the fastest actuator or the thickest valve body. It is the combination of a suitable severe-service valve, correctly sized actuator, sufficient stored energy, clear fail-safe logic, reliable feedback, controlled stroke speed, and a proof-test program that confirms performance throughout the valve lifecycle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For refinery teams, the practical path is to begin with the hazard, define the safe state, calculate the real force or torque demand, validate stroke time under credible worst-case conditions, and document how the system will be tested after installation. Carter Valve can support this discussion through severe-service valve selection, actuation-ready configurations, and application-based engineering review for high-temperature isolation and critical process duties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n
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What is a fast-stroking valve in an FCCU regenerator?<\/h3>\n
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A fast-stroking valve is a valve and actuator package designed to move to a defined safe position within a specified and tested time after a trip or emergency demand. In FCCU regenerator service, it may protect pressure balance, flue-gas routing, catalyst circulation, or associated equipment such as an expander.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What stroke time should be specified for an FCCU regenerator valve?<\/h3>\n
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There is no universal stroke time. The value should come from the process hazard analysis, transient response of the unit, valve type, actuator capability, and mechanical stress limits. The specification should state direction, starting position, final position, load condition, and how the stroke time will be verified.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Are hydraulic actuators better than pneumatic or electric actuators for fast-stroking service?<\/h3>\n
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Hydraulic actuators are often used where high force, high speed, and accumulator-backed emergency movement are required. Pneumatic and electric actuators can also be appropriate in selected services. The right choice depends on force or torque demand, utility availability, required fail action, diagnostics, environmental conditions, and maintenance philosophy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Should an FCCU regenerator valve fail open or fail closed?<\/h3>\n
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The fail position depends on the hazard. Fail closed may isolate energy or protect downstream equipment. Fail open may prevent pressure buildup or preserve a relief path. Fail last may be selected where automatic movement could create the greater risk. The decision should be documented in the PHA\/LOPA and operating philosophy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Why can a valve pass a shop test but fail the site stroke-time requirement?<\/h3>\n
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Shop tests often occur at clean, controlled conditions. Installed FCCU service adds differential pressure, hot packing friction, catalyst dust, hydraulic line losses, solenoid restrictions, thermal expansion, and real control-system delays. That is why site baseline testing and trend monitoring are essential.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What data should be provided to size the actuator correctly?<\/h3>\n
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Provide valve size, pressure class, maximum and normal differential pressure, temperature, media, solids content, travel direction, required stroke time, failure mode, allowable leakage, utilities, test requirements, and any licensor or site-specific emergency shutdown philosophy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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How often should partial-stroke testing be performed?<\/h3>\n
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The interval should be set by the site\u2019s functional safety and mechanical integrity program. Partial-stroke testing should be frequent enough to reveal hidden failures but controlled enough to avoid process disturbance. Full-stroke testing is still needed during planned windows when safe.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What is the biggest mistake when specifying fast-stroking FCCU valves?<\/h3>\n
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The biggest mistake is treating stroke time as a standalone actuator feature. In reality, stroke time depends on the complete system: valve mechanics, actuator sizing, utility pressure, accumulator capacity, solenoid flow, logic design, feedback, and maintenance condition.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

[1] TapcoEnpro \u2014 FCCU Slide Valves<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[2] BLAC INC. \u2014 FCCU Actuators<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[3] IEC \u2014 Functional Safety<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[4] OSHA \u2014 Process Safety Management<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[5] American Petroleum Institute \u2014 Standards<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[6] REXA \u2014 FCC Flue Gas Slide Valve<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[7] AFPM \u2014 Refining and Petrochemical Industry Resources<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

[8] Carter Valve \u2014 Actuator Sizing for Butterfly Valves<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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