This company has introduced what is said to be industry’s first explosion-proof electric-actuated stainless-steel two-piece V-ball packages. They are available in sizes½ to 2 in. NPT. The new M8E700076V36-V6-V9 series electric actuated V-ball valve (photo) is said to offer precise proportional control in the smallest total dimensional envelope in the industry. This is due to the low-torque design of the 700076V stainless-steel V-port ball valve with 23% carbon-filled and 2% graphite-filled seats. The valve also incorporates dual Viton O-ring stem seals for long-lasting leak-free performance over an operating temperature range of –4 to 366˚F. Pressure ratings are 1,000 psi (water, oil or gas) and 150 psi (steam). The valves are factory-assembled with the company’s EXM Series electric actuator. — Bonomi North America, Charlotte, N.C.
Explosion-proof automated V-ball valve packages
| By Gerald Ondrey