The True Cost of Control Valve Selection: Why Procurement Teams Need TCO Analysis
Key Takeaways control valve acquisition costs represent only 15-23% of total cost of ownership (TCO) over a 15-year lifecycle Incorrect valve sizing increases energy consumption by 18-35%, creating hidden operational costs that dwarf purchase price savings Predictive maintenance enabled by smart valve positioners reduces unplanned downtime by 41% and extends mean time between failures (MTBF)…

