Scotch Yoke Direct Gas Actuator with Linebreak and Hi/Lo Trip System

Summary

Nick Hill from ATI in Houston, Texas, introduces the company's new quarter-turn direct gas actuator designed for natural gas pipelines in remote areas without easy access to power. The actuator uses natural gas from the pipeline for valve operation and includes features like hydraulic oil for speed control and a manual override. The system allows for high and low pressure trip valves for emergency shutdowns and can detect pipeline breaks or leaks. Nick also demonstrates the actuator's overpressure protection and line break trip systems. For more information or to schedule a demonstration, visit ATI's website or contact them directly.

Takeaways

• 🔧 Nick Hill is a business development engineer at ATI in Houston, Texas.
• 🚛 The video showcases a new product from ATI, specifically a midstream trailer with a quarter-turn direct gas actuator.
• ⚡ The quarter-turn direct gas actuator is designed for natural gas pipelines in remote areas with limited access to power or instrument air.
• 🔋 The actuator can use natural gas from the pipeline to control the valve's movements.
• 📏 The actuator includes two cylinders: one for natural gas to control movement and one containing hydraulic oil for manual override and speed control.
• 🛠️ The actuator has manual/automatic reset hand-pump capabilities for closing and opening, with speed control and cushioning features.
• 💥 The system includes high and low-pressure trip valves for emergency shutdown (ESD) and a differential pilot valve for detecting breaks or leaks in the pipeline.
• 🧪 The high-pressure trip system protects against overpressure and can automatically shut down the actuator.
• 🔍 The ATI rate of drop test kit can simulate line breaks for system calibration and testing.
• 📞 ATI offers trailer visits and has an open-door policy for customers, providing contact details for scheduling.

Q & A

What company does Nick Hill work for and where is it located?

Nick Hill works for ATI in Houston, Texas.

What is the main product being demonstrated in the video?

The main product is the quarter-turn direct gas actuator, designed for midstream trailer applications.

For what type of applications is the quarter-turn direct gas actuator intended?

It is intended for natural gas pipelines in remote areas where power and instrument air are not easily accessible.

How does the quarter-turn direct gas actuator function in remote areas?

It takes natural gas directly from the pipeline and uses it to actuate the valve.

What are the two cylinders in the actuator used for?

One cylinder is for power gas from the pipeline, allowing the actuator to move back and forth, and the other contains hydraulic oil for manual automatic reset, speed control, and cushioning effects.

What feature allows independent control of opening and closing speeds in the actuator?

The hand-pump system with automatic reset allows independent control of the open and close speeds.

What components are included in the pipeline control system demonstration?

The pipeline control system includes a three-way poppet block for local control, high and low-pressure trip valves for ESD (Emergency Shutdown), and a differential pilot valve to detect leaks or breaks in the pipeline.

What does the high-pressure trip system demonstrate?

The high-pressure trip system demonstrates overpressure protection, where the actuator automatically closes when a high-pressure trip occurs.

What is the purpose of the ATI rate of drop test kit?

The ATI rate of drop test kit simulates a line break failure or allows for calibration of the differential valve in the system.

How can a customer learn more or schedule a visit to see the product demonstration?

Customers can visit atiactuators.com, send an email to [email protected], or call 713-934-0171 to schedule a visit or learn more.