VDI/VDE 3844:2012-02

Control valves in combination with the attached auxiliary are important elements in chemical and process plants, some with a safety function. Their design is therefore extremely important for the entire system. Depending on the application and the existing power supply, the pneumatic actuators, electric or electro-hydraulically operated. In this guideline general calculation methods, recommendations and requirements are set to pneumatic, electrical and electro-hydraulic actuators to enable a reliable and safe operation in industrial plants.