BRITISH STANDARD BS EN
15714-1:2009
Industrial valves —
Actuators
Part 1: Terminology and definitions
ICS 01.040.23; 23.060.20
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Contents Page
Foreword.........................3
1 Scope ........................4
2 Normative references...................4
3 Common terms and definitions used for electric, pneumatic and hydraulic valve actuators.......4
4 Terms and definitions specific for pneumatic and/or hydraulic valve actuators ......5
5 Terms and definitions specific for electric valve actuators.............7
Bibliography...................8BS EN 15714-1:2009
EN 15714-1:2009 (E)
Foreword
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the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
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