Floating Ball Valves
Ball valves are isolation valves used to control or direct the flow of fluids within a system. Floating ball valves are a specific design in which the ball is supported by the valve seats, allowing it to move slightly between the upstream and downstream sides. This design is commonly used in pipeline applications and is typically offered in sizes ranging from ½” to 8” for low to medium pressure classes.
RMV Valves offers a comprehensive range of floating ball valves manufactured in a variety of materials, making them suitable for use in demanding and corrosive service conditions.
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What is a Floating Ball Valve?
Ball valves function as shut-off devices that manage the passage of fluids through piping systems. In a floating ball valve design, the ball is not fixed in place but is held against the valve seats, enabling slight movement to achieve effective sealing under pressure. This configuration is widely adopted in pipeline installations and is generally supplied in sizes from ½” to 8”, suitable for low to moderate pressure services.
Applications
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Oil and gas midstream and downstream processing facilities
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Power generation and energy infrastructure
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Petrochemical and hydrocarbon processing units
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Chemical process and specialty chemical plants
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Water treatment, distribution, and wastewater management systems
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Thermal and membrane-based desalination plants
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Marine, offshore, and shipboard piping systems
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Pharmaceutical manufacturing and clean utility systems
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Pulp, paper, and chemical recovery plants
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Integrated steel and metallurgical processing plants