Valves

Sterling maintains a good inventory of valves for immediate shipping and an excellent network of suppliers with valves for all of your needs. Please let us know what valves you need, including gate valves, butterfly valves, air relief valves, and pressure relief valves.

Gate Valves

Applications:

1. 1. • Water supply and distribution
      • Wastewater treatment plants
      • Oil and gas pipelines
      • Chemical processing and industrial systems

Benefits:

• • Full Flow Control: Offers an unobstructed, straight-line flow with minimal pressure loss when fully open.
  • Reliable Seal: Provides a leak-tight seal when closed, suitable for high-pressure systems.
  • Versatile Use: Available in multiple materials to suit various applications, including corrosive or high-temperature environments.
  • Durability: Designed for long life and reliable performance under continuous operation, reducing maintenance costs.

Butterfly Valves

Applications:

2. 2. • HVAC systems
      • Food and beverage processing
      • Water treatment and distribution
      • Power generation and chemical industries

Benefits:

• • Compact Design: Lightweight and space-saving, making it ideal for compact installations.
  • Quick Operation: Fast opening and closing with a quarter-turn, improving efficiency in flow control.
  • Excellent Flow Regulation: Provides good throttling capabilities, ideal for controlling flow in medium-pressure applications.
  • Low Maintenance: Minimal parts and a simple design contribute to easy maintenance and reduced downtime.

Air Relief Valves

Applications:

3. 3. • Municipal water and wastewater systems
      • Agricultural irrigation systems
      • Industrial pipelines requiring air release and vacuum breaking
      • Pressure control in oil and gas systems

Benefits:

• • Air Release Prevention: Automatically releases trapped air in pipelines, preventing airlocks that reduce system efficiency.
  • Enhanced Flow Efficiency: Keeps flow unobstructed and balanced by eliminating air pockets, ensuring full capacity.
  • System Protection: Helps avoid pressure surges and water hammer effects, safeguarding the pipeline and connected equipment.
  • Energy Savings: Reduces energy consumption by maintaining smooth, continuous flow, especially in long pipelines.

Pressure Relief Valves

Applications:

4. 4. • Oil and gas pipelines
      • Power generation and steam systems
      • Chemical and petrochemical plants
      • HVAC and fire protection systems

Benefits:

4. 4. • Overpressure Protection: Safeguards systems from excessive pressure build-up, preventing potential damage or hazards.
      • Reliable Performance: Provides consistent, dependable performance, even in high-temperature and high-pressure environments.
      • Automated Safety: Releases pressure automatically when limits are reached, ensuring safe operation without manual intervention.
      • Compliance: Meets safety standards and regulations, helping companies maintain compliance in sensitive applications.

For more information or to discuss the best options for your needs, contact our sales team today!