What are the key points to pay attention to when choosing a fire valve?

What are the key points to pay attention to when choosing a fire valve?

Fire valves are fire-fighting system equipment in buildings, vehicles, offshore platforms, and other places, which play important roles in fire isolation, fire control, and protection of personnel and property. Therefore, when choosing a fire valve, we need to pay attention to the following points.

一、 Valve type

Fire valves are divided into two categories: fire valves and water source valves, and should be selected according to actual needs. Fireproof valves can effectively isolate the source of fire and prevent the expansion of the fire; The water source valve is used to control water flow and pressure, ensuring the supply of fire water. When purchasing, the purpose of use should be clearly defined. For fire isolation, fire valves should be selected, and for ensuring water source pressure, water source valves should be selected.

二、 Valve material

Common valve materials include cast iron, steel, stainless steel, etc. Cast iron valves have the characteristics of sturdy structure and good anti-corrosion performance, but their sealing performance is poor; The anti-corrosion performance of steel valves is slightly poor, but the sealing performance is excellent; Stainless steel valves have excellent corrosion resistance and sealing performance. When purchasing, different materials need to be selected based on the usage environment and requirements.

三、 Size and connection method

The size and connection method of fire valves need to be selected according to actual needs. In general, the size of the valve should be determined based on the pipe diameter; The connection method should also be consistent with the pipeline connection method, including flange connection, threaded connection, clamp connection, etc. When purchasing, it is necessary to specify the diameter and connection method of the pipeline, and select the corresponding valve.

四、 Executive standards

The execution standards of fire valves include national standards, industry standards, and enterprise standards, and different standards have different regulations and requirements. When purchasing fire valves, products that meet national or industry standards should be selected to ensure the quality and reliability of the products.

五、 Manufacturer and Quality Assurance

Fire valves are products with high safety performance, and the scale, technology, quality control, and after-sales service of the manufacturer are all factors that we need to consider. Choosing manufacturers with production qualifications and quality certification can better ensure product quality and after-sales service. At the same time, fire valves require stable and reliable quality, and products with quality assurance should be selected.

六、 Special requirements and functions

Some places or working environments have high requirements for fire valves, such as high-temperature environments, explosive locations, offshore platforms, etc. These places require special fire valves, and before purchasing, it is necessary to clarify the relevant special requirements and functions, and select products that meet the standards and requirements.

In summary, choosing a good fire valve not only ensures the safety of personnel and property, but also reduces the cost of maintenance and replacement. When purchasing fire valves, one should choose the appropriate type, material, size, and connection method based on their own needs, and choose products that meet standards and quality assurance. At the same time, we need to choose manufacturers with stable quality and good after-sales service to ensure the quality and credibility of fire valves.