Description

Fire Hydrant Main Valve - Uncompromising Reliability for Critical Water Control

The Heart of Your Fire Hydrant System

Ensure the safety and readiness of your community with our high-performance Fire Hydrant Main Valve. This critical component is engineered to provide flawless water flow control from the main supply to the hydrant nozzle, ensuring immediate and powerful water delivery when every second counts. Designed for both new installations and crucial replacements, our valves guarantee superior durability, leak-proof performance, and reliable operation under the most demanding conditions.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Unwavering Reliability: Engineered for consistent, trouble-free operation, providing peace of mind for fire departments and municipalities.
• Leak-Proof Sealing: Features advanced sealing technology (e.g., resilient EPDM or Buna-N rubber) that creates a tight, dependable seal, preventing water loss and maintaining system pressure when closed.
• High Flow Capacity: Designed with an optimized internal geometry to minimize turbulence and maximize water flow, ensuring full pressure delivery for effective fire suppression.
• Robust & Corrosion-Resistant Construction: Manufactured from premium materials such as ductile iron, bronze, and stainless steel, providing exceptional strength and resistance to rust, pitting, and chemical degradation common in underground water systems.
• Smooth & Easy Operation: Precision-machined internal components and robust valve stem ensure smooth, low-torque operation for rapid activation by fire personnel.
• Long Service Life: Built to withstand harsh environmental conditions, high pressures, and frequent use, significantly reducing maintenance frequency and replacement costs.
• Standardized & Compatible: Designed to meet or exceed industry standards, ensuring seamless integration with existing hydrant assemblies and components.
• Reduced Water Hammer: Engineered to minimize the risk of water hammer effects during opening and closing, protecting the broader water distribution network.

Technical Specifications:

• Valve Type: Main compression-type or gate-type (specify based on model)
• Nominal Sizes: Available for common hydrant barrel sizes (e.g., 4", 4-1/2", 5", 5-1/4", 6" valve seat diameter)
• Pressure Rating:
  • Working Pressure: Up to 250 PSI (17.2 bar)
  • Test Pressure: Up to 500 PSI (34.5 bar)
• Material Construction:
  • Body: High-strength Ductile Iron (ASTM A536) with Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) coating (AWWA C550 compliant) for superior corrosion protection.
  • Valve Seat Ring: Bronze (ASTM B62) for excellent wear and corrosion resistance.
  • Valve Disc/Plug: Ductile Iron with EPDM or Buna-N rubber encapsulation/facing.
  • Valve Stem/Rod: Stainless Steel (Type 304 or 316) or high-tensile Bronze.
  • Seals/Gaskets: EPDM, Buna-N rubber, or other resilient elastomers suitable for potable water.
• Temperature Range: Suitable for water temperatures from 34°F to 125°F (1°C to 52°C).
• Operating Torque: Designed for efficient operation with standard hydrant wrenches.
• Connections: Typically threaded for secure attachment to the hydrant shoe and operating stem.

Applications:

• Municipal Water Distribution Networks: Essential for all public fire hydrant systems.
• Industrial Complexes: Critical for fire suppression in manufacturing plants, warehouses, and chemical facilities.
• Commercial Developments: Ensuring fire safety in shopping centers, office parks, and multi-story buildings.
• New Infrastructure Projects: Ideal for new fire hydrant installations.
• Hydrant Repair & Overhaul: The perfect replacement component for aging or malfunctioning hydrant valves, extending the life of existing hydrants.

Compliance & Certifications:

Our Fire Hydrant Main Valves are designed and manufactured to meet or exceed industry-leading standards, ensuring performance, reliability, and public health safety:

• AWWA C502: Standard for Dry-Barrel Fire Hydrants (ensures compatibility and performance within hydrant assemblies).
• NSF/ANSI 61: Certified for use in drinking water system components – health effects.
• UL Listed / FM Approved (where applicable): For components within fire protection systems.

Invest in Uncompromising Safety.

A reliable fire hydrant valve is a non-negotiable component of any robust fire suppression system. Our valves are meticulously manufactured and rigorously tested to ensure they perform flawlessly when it matters most. Choose our Fire Hydrant Main Valve for superior performance, unmatched durability, and the peace of mind that comes with knowing your fire protection infrastructure is built to the highest standards.