COMMON METAL TYPES USED IN VALVE MANUFACTURE The following is a general review of common valve materials used in general industrial, commercial and process valve construction. Go to the Technical section...
ISO/API/ASME MANUFACTURING STANDARDS ISO 15761 has been recently published as part of an international effort to standardise the products for petroleum and natural gas industries. The following table...
COMMON VALVE TYPES & RELATED TEST STANDARDS Valve type Common test standard Steel ball, gate, globe and check valves API 598 Steel ball, gate, globe and check valves BS 6755*, ISO 5208...
API 600 Steel Valves - Flanged & Buttwelding Ends API 600 is the main steel gate valve specifi cation. Valve design and construction criteria are specified, as well as materials and trim designations....
All valves require inspection and periodic maintenance prior to being placed into service and at regular intervals. Leaks should be repaired as soon as they are discovered in order...
1.Unpacking All valves must be examined for signs of damage that may have occurred during transportation. Any damage observed during the inspection should be documented...
Ball valve usually applies cast steel or forged steel material. On commom conditions, both are applicale. But on natural gas pipelines, forged steel ball valves are strongly recommended. The forged steel...