The economical alternative to Pneumatically Actuated Ball Valves

Published: 5th December 2013 | Issue 27

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Flow Control Experts Zoedale has reported a sharp increase in demand for their range of Co Axial VIP Valves for use in UK based Process Manufacturers. The VIP valve from quality Italian Manufacturer Omal is an alternative to a pneumatically actuated brass ball valve and can save up to 60% space and use 80% less air than the traditional alternative. Zoedale’s customers are also reporting lower maintenance costs and longer life spans making it an economical choice.

Features and Benefits of VIP Co-Axial Valves

There are many benefits to the VIP Co-Axial Valve some of which are:

The pneumatic actuator is integrated within the valve.

Long Lifetime Guaranteed, the VIP's lifetime is up to 10 times longer with Reduced Maintenance costs.

Less Air consumption, up to 80% compared with single return pneumatic actuated ball valve.

ATEX Approved, the valve can be installed in potentially explosive environments.

Specifications

The valve is available as normally closed, normally open and double acting configurations, in sizes from 3/8" to 2" and is suitable for media pressures up to 10 Bar and vacuum at 740 mm Hg. The Valve has BSP threaded ends as per UNI/ISO Rp—DIN2999, Various seal materials available, (NBR, Viton, EPDM) Available with feedback reed switch on request. VIP valves can be mounted in any position. They have improved fluid dynamics which allows minimum pressure losses. They can be supplied with seals in NBR, FKM or EPDM.

What Are Co-Axial Valves?

They are a compact alternative to a pneumatic actuator and valve.

Both Double Acting and Spring Return (normally open and normally closed) valves are available in sizes ranging from 3/8" to 2".

Zoedale
Tel: 01234 832832
www.zoedale.co.uk

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