Different accessories can be fitted to our valves to improve their performance, which is why we can supply our Uniflow gate valves with a bypass to make the product more effective. But what is this addition for?

When the liquid trapped in the central cavity of the valves heats up, overpressurisation can occur. This happens because the trapped liquid expands, causing a pressure rise that can render the valve ineffective. In severe cases it can even cause a breach of the pressure boundary.

To avoid overpressure and guarantee pressure relief, a reliable solution is to fit an equalising pipe/valve connection to the body cavity on the pressurised side of the valve. This increases the safety of the valve while extending its service life.

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