TPi May 2014

products & developments One-piece ball valves

The new SSP ball valves from Boiswood have one-piece forged bodies for high reliability

Boiswood has introduced a new range of ball valves that have a one-piece forged body, reducing the number of potential leak points compared with other valve designs. The 40 Series ball valves are a new addition to the FloLok range from US manufacturer SSP, and are suitable for control systems, analytical sampling, process measurement and other high cycle, medium pressure applications. Encapsulated one-piece packing ensures leak-tight operation and provides positive shut-off in high, low and dynamic pressure applications. This packing also virtually eliminates dead space to reduce purging time and improve system cleanliness. The valves are available in two-way, three-way and angle patterns, and feature a packing retainer that prevents the stem from blowing out when making in-line packing adjustments in a pressurised system. Reliability is further enhanced by the strong forged body. Modified PTFE packing ensures broad

chemical resistance and extended life over a wide temperature range from -55°C to +150°C. The first sizes available are the FloLok 41, 42 and 43 Series, which have end connections from 1 / 16 " to 3 / 8 ", with corresponding metric sizes. The larger 44 and 45 Series will be available later in the year. Body materials are 316 stainless steel and brass, and the pressure range covers vacuum to 3,000 psig. Remote sensors can be mounted in the handles to indicate the open or closed position. Boiswood is a supplier to many of the UK’s most advanced manufacturing facilities, and is committed to hands-on service and support. Its engineers work alongside process system designers, laboratory technicians, production

managers, chemists and other scientists in microprocessor production plants, analytical laboratories, pharmaceutical and semiconductor ultra high purity areas. SSP produces instrumentation fittings, valves, tubing and accessories. The company is a vertically integrated manufacturer, from tooling to forging to high volume and made-to-order precision machining. The company manufactures under the brand names Duolok, Unilok, Griplok, and TruFit fittings and FloLok valves.

Boiswood – UK info@boiswood.co.uk www.boiswood.co.uk

SSP – USA customer.inquiries@mysspusa.com www.mysspusa.com

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