Forged Steel Gate Valve

South American Valve is the largest forged steel gate valve supplier in Brazil. A forged steel gate valve is a type of valve that is constructed using forged steel components. It is designed to control the flow of fluid by using a sliding gate or wedge mechanism that moves perpendicular to the direction of the flow. Gate valves are primarily used in applications where a full unobstructed flow is required or when the valve needs to be fully open or fully closed.

South American Valve is the largest forged steel gate valve supplier in Brazil .The body of a forged steel gate valve is made from forged steel, which provides strength and durability. It is typically a one-piece or two-piece construction with flanged or threaded ends for easy installation. Forged steel gate valves are commonly used in high-pressure and high-temperature applications, such as in oil and gas, petrochemical, and power industries. The forged steel construction ensures strength and resistance to corrosion, making them suitable for demanding environments.

Parts

•       Body
•       Bonnet
•       Gate
•       Stem
•       Seat
•       Actuator

Applications

• Oil and gas pipelines: Gate valves are commonly used in oil and gas pipelines to control the flow of crude oil, natural gas, or other fluids under high pressure.
• Water treatment plants: Gate valves are used in water treatment plants to control the flow of water through different stages of the treatment process.
• Power generation: Gate valves are used in power generation plants to control the flow of steam or water in turbines and other equipment.
• Chemical and petrochemical industries: Gate valves are used in chemical and petrochemical plants to control the flow of various chemicals and gases in different processes.
• Mining: Gate valves are used in mining operations to control the flow of water, slurries, or other fluids in the processing of minerals.
• HVAC systems: Gate valves are used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to control the flow of water in heating and cooling systems.
• Marine and offshore: Gate valves are used in marine and offshore applications, such as oil rigs and ships, to control the flow of fluids and gases.

Advantages

• Full bore flow: Gate valves offer a full-bore flow path, which means that there is little resistance to flow, resulting in minimal pressure drop.
• Strong and durable: Gate valves are designed to withstand high pressure and temperatures, making them ideal for use in demanding industrial applications.
• Tight seal: The gate valve’s gate or wedge design allows for a tight seal when the valve is fully closed, which helps prevent leaks and reduces the risk of contamination.
• Easy to operate: Gate valves are relatively easy to operate, typically requiring only a quarter-turn to fully open or close.
• Long service life: Gate valves are constructed with high-quality materials and are designed for long service life
• with minimal maintenance.
• Versatile: Gate valves can be used in a wide range of applications across various industries.

Description

• Available materials: Ductile Iron,SS306, SS904, SS316, Aluminum Bronze, Monel, Bronze, Brass, Duplex steel, Inconel, Incoloy, Titanium, CF8, CF8M, CF3, CF3M, WC1, Cast iron Carbon steel(WCB, WCC,WC6, LCB, LF2, WC9
• Size: 1/2″- 64”
• Class: 150 to 2500
• Nominal Pressure: PN10 to PN450
• Operations: Hand Wheel, Gear operated, Electric and Pneumatic, Actuated
• Ends: Flanged, Buttweld, Socket weld, Threaded
• Standards: ASME, API6D, API607, DIN, BS, ANSI, AWWA