WHAT'S NEW

Jordan Controls Unveils Low Cost Modulating Duty Valve Actuator
The MV-1005, a competitively priced valve actuator capable of modulating duty from Jordan Controls, Inc., provides up to 50 lbs. thrust in a compact , NEMA 4 explosion-proof enclosure. The MV-1005 is capable of operating in ambient temperatures of -40 to 65C, at a continuous modulating duty cycle of 2,000 one percent position changes per hour, with a 4 to 20mA signal output.

John Crane Expands Zero-Emission Seal Family
John Crane adds two new members of the Type 2800 gas lubricated, non-contracting family of seals. The Type 2800EX is fitted with an excluder, a device of propriety design that reduces solids within the seal chamber. Capable of handling up to 28% solids, this version operates reliably for solids-heavy fluids within the chemical, pharmaceutical, and pulp and paper industries. The Type 2800MB incorporates a Sealol¿ welded metal bellows and obviates the need for dynamic O-rings. This seal performs reliably for a variety of process applications, particularly where potential for dynamic O-ring hang-up may exist.

Jordan Valve Expands Control Valve Line
Jordan Valve has added the V1C Series guided control valve to its product line. The V1C Series is a line of cage-guided, balanced controls valves that offer high pressure capabilities, characterized flow and tight shutoff. Produced in 1-1/2" through 6" sizes, the series prodes accurate control on a wide range of services including throttling and on/off control of non-gritty liquids, gas, and steam. For added versatility, there are a number of bonnet styles (3) and trim options.

Marwin Introduces Three-Piece Ball Valve
Marwin Ball Valves introduces the 3000 Series three piece ball valve designed specifically for higher pressure and higher temperature applications, such as steam, coal processing, paint, and other slurry services. The 3000 Series feature a metal encapsulated seat which protects the seat against line flow, resists seat distortions during modulating conditions, and has tight compartment sealing. To increase sealing capabilities, the valve is offered with the Flex Seal, live loaded seat springs that react to pressure or temperature fluctuations. Sizes 1/4" through 3" in full port and 1/4" through 4" in reduced port are available.

Veriflo Adds Diaphragm Valves to Nova Line
Veriflo Division of Parker Hannifin Corporation introduces the NOVA 3-Way diaphragm valves to its Nova Series product line (manual, air operated, and block and bleed configurations are available). The valve is essentially a diverter valve, which directs full flow from the common inlet C to either port A or B. The valve can also be used in reverse by selecting one of the outlet ports and switching it to the common port. The 3-Way's metal-to-metal seal of the Elgiloy¿ diaphragm to the stainless steel body achieves outstanding seal integrity to atmosphere. This eliminates stem leakage and prevents contamination of the sample stream.

Dresser Introduces New Safety Relief Valves
Dresser Valve & Controls Division, Industrial Valve Operations has developed the 19000 Series Consolidated¿ portable safety relief valve to meet the changing needs of today's plant operating systems. Providing superior performance in seat tightness, capacity, and blowdown on all media types, the valve is easy to assemble, has no ring pin, and uses one trim for all service. The low pressure design even uses the same spring selection for liquid and vapor services.

Worcester Introduces New Fail-Safe Actuator
Worcester Controls unveils its latest innovation: the Electri-Safe, a fail-safe electro-hydraulic actuator that operates like a traditional spring return pneumatic actuator. Features include: battery less packs or clock springs, multiple options for on/off control, positive fail open or closed action, maintenance-free hydraulic system with no reservoir, compatibility with any ISO designed quarter-turn valve, and an operational temperature range of -25F to 150F.

Daniel Offers New Rugged Check Valves
Daniel Valve Company now offers a line of rugged check valves providing environmental protection at river crossings, personnel on offshore platforms, and equipment at steam turbines and other locations. The only moving part, the clapper, closes in a fraction of second without external power.

Red Valve Creates Quarter-Turn Pinch Valve
Red Valve has created a quarter-turn pinch valve to combine the simplicity of a quarter-turn with the features of a pinch valve for slurries, abrasives, and corrosives. Features include a full-port, bi-directional, bubble-tight shutoff, and no packing to maintain. The elastomer sleeve is tough, resistant to abrasion, easy to replace, and is the only wetted part of the valve.

Farris Updates Universal Test Stand
The Farris T6000 Universal Test Stand from Teledyne Fluid Systems, Farris Engineering is now available with a digital gauge for increased accuracy and ease of operation. The T6000 Universal Test Stand is a self-contained unit designed to test a full range of pressure relief valves, allowing complete control over the quality of testing and repairs in-house. This capability minimizes downtime and eliminates costly outside maintenance.

New Severe Service Plug Valve From Tyco
Tyco Valves and Controls has produced the Fluoroseal "FE" severe service plug valve for use in lethal and toxic services. The valve employs live loaded secondary and tertiary stem seals designed to eliminate any chance of fugitive emissions through the stem seal. Available in two or three way valve designs, which can be easily automated.

Groth Rolls Out New Line of Valve Test Stands
Groth Corporation has introduced a line of valve test stands that are simple in design, easy to use, and inexpensive to maintain. Four models are available for testing safety relief valves, pressure/vacuum relief valves, pilot valves, and other relieving devices. The test stands have easy to read instruments and can be connected to a computer to collect data and analyze it.