Product category:
Pumps and valves
News Release from: Smith Flow Control | Subject: Flexi-Drive valve operation
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 06 August 2001
Valves in awkward spots controlled
remotely
A versatile device for the remote operation of valves in hard to reach or hazardous locations is ideal for virtually any type of industry.
New from Smith Flow Control is the Flexi-Drive, a versatile device for the remote operation of valves in hard to reach or hazardous locations Developed in association with the United States Navy for operating valves in inaccessible areas of ships' hulls, the Flexi-Drive is ideal for virtually any type of industry where valves are in use
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 15 Oct 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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It consists of three elements: an operator station (comprising a geared handwheel and mounting facility), a valve station and a unique, patented cable linkage system.
Due to the properties of the helically wound steel cable, turning the handwheel of the operator station simultaneously operates the valve station.
The cable system can transmit drive to a valve up to 60m (200ft) away and can accommodate up to 540deg of bends between the two stations.
This allows it to be passed around and through walls, bulkheads, floors and any other obstacles to reach the valve.
A further advantage of the Flexi-Drive is that the gearing system can be 'piggy-backed' to enable more than one valve to be operated at a time from a single operator station. Request a free brochure from Smith Flow Control ...
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