23 09 133 - Control Valve Actuators.docVIP

SECTION 23 09 13.34 - CONTROL VALVE ACTUATORS pArT I - GENERAL1.0 OVERVIEW [Background for AE] Control Valve/Actuator Applications See Exhibit 23 09 13.33-1, Control Valve/Actuator Worksheet for approved valve/actuator combinations. Preference for Pneumatic Actuators It is acknowledged that the HVAC industry has embraced the use of electric/electronic valve actuators such that they are in widespread use. The University allows the use of such actuators for all applications. However, due to their superior high temperature performance, pneumatic actuators are strongly preferred over elect