Precision, Safety, and Corrosion Resistance for Critical Processes
In the chemical industry, valves play a vital role in handling aggressive media, toxic fluids, and volatile gases. They must perform reliably under extreme temperatures, pressures, and corrosive environments to ensure process stability and personnel safety.
Resistant to the Harshest Chemicals
Used in transfer, dosing, and storage of acids (e.g., H₂SO₄, HCl) and alkalis (e.g., NaOH)
Requires corrosion-resistant materials like PTFE, PFA, Hastelloy, or Alloy 20
Must prevent leaks, vapor emissions, and contamination
Ideal Valve Types:
Lined Ball Valves, PTFE Lined Butterfly Valves, Diaphragm Valves
Safe Operation with Volatile Compounds
Involved in mixing, distillation, and transfer of flammable organic solvents
Valves must be fire-safe, anti-static, and certified for explosion-proof zones
Bubble-tight shut-off prevents vapor loss and ignition risk
Ideal Valve Types:
Fire-Safe Ball Valves, Plug Valves, Flame Arrestor Valves
Precision Under High Pressure and Temperature
Valves used in reactors, pressure vessels, and polymer units must handle variable process loads
Requirements: automated control, quick response, chemical compatibility
Ideal Valve Types:
Control Valves, High-Performance Globe Valves, Actuated Ball Valves
Leak-Free Performance for Hazardous Media
Applications include chlorine, ammonia, SO₂, H₂S, and other hazardous gases
Gas-tight shutoff and anti-fugitive emission design are essential
Often integrated with scrubbing systems or gas distribution manifolds
Ideal Valve Types:
Bellows-Sealed Globe Valves, PFA-Lined Ball Valves, Pressure Relief Valves
Secure Isolation and Flow Regulation in Storage Units
Used on tank inlets/outlets, manifold pipelines, and loading arms
Requirements: long service life, anti-corrosion, anti-static operation, remote actuation
Ideal Valve Types:
Top Entry Ball Valves, Butterfly Valves, Breather Valves
Handling Harsh Byproducts with Durability
Valves manage drainage, neutralization, pH adjustment, and sludge disposal
Must withstand abrasive sludges and corrosive wastewater streams
Ideal Valve Types:
Knife Gate Valves, Diaphragm Valves, Check Valves
High-Cycle Valves for Hygienic & Repetitive Use
Found in fine chemical and pharmaceutical processing
Must be sanitary, easy to clean, and support frequent actuation without failure
Ideal Valve Types:
Sanitary Ball Valves, Aseptic Valves, Pneumatic Actuated Valves
Flow Regulation for Cooling, Heating, and Steam
Control steam, chilled water, and utility chemicals
Valves should maintain thermal integrity and prevent scaling or blockages
Ideal Valve Types:
Globe Valves, Steam Control Valves, Y-Strainers
Application Area | Key Challenges | Recommended Valves |
Acids & Alkalis | Corrosion resistance, leak prevention | Lined Ball, Diaphragm, PTFE Butterfly |
Solvents & Flammables | Explosion-proof, fire-safe | Fire-Safe Ball, Plug, Flame Arrestor |
Reactors & Polymerization | High temp/pressure, automation | Globe Control, Actuated Ball, High-Pressure |
Corrosive Gases | Fugitive emission control | Bellows-Sealed, Relief, PFA Lined |
Tank Farms | Anti-corrosion, safe storage | Top Entry Ball, Butterfly, Breather |
Effluent & Wastewater | Sludge, chemicals | Knife Gate, Diaphragm, Check |
CIP & Batch Systems | Cleanability, high cycles | Sanitary Ball, Aseptic, Pneumatic Valves |
Utility & Heat Systems | Steam control, scaling resistance | Globe, Steam Control, Strainers |