Large water systems require special piping and valves. Without valves, there would be no way to control the flow of water in these systems. Bonney Forge valve distributors provide a wide range of industrial valves for many applications. Here are some of the basic types of valves they have.
Gate Valves
The term “gate” comes from the way the mechanism opens and closes. A closing mechanism comes down to block off the flow of water or gas. The mechanism resembles a guillotine except there is no cutting action involved.
Gate valves are often used to close off entire water systems for maintenance or repairs. Bonney Forge valve distributors stock a wide range of sizes. Gate valves are designed to be either completely opened or completely closed. They are designed for shutting off and not simply restricting water flow. Gate valves are used in large pressurized system because they do not allow a phenomenon known as “water hammer”. Water hammer results if pressurized gas or liquid suddenly stops flowing and can result in vibrations, noise and considerable damage to a pipe system.
Ball Valves
Image a tennis ball rolling down a rain gutter system and perfectly lodging in one of the drain holes. This is basically how ball valves operate. The ball mechanism works well for fully opening or closing a system. These valves are very durable and you can get affordable prices at your Bonney Forge valve distributors. However, water hammer can result unless they are opened or closed slowly.
Globe Valves
A globe valve uses a stopper mechanism which comes down to seal off the valve. It is operated with a hand wheel and can be partly closed to control pressure or flow. These are just a few of the parts you can get from reputable Bonney Forge valve distributors.
