Isolation Valves

Flocontrol: DSS-Valves_Transmitter-Isolation-Valve

Industrial isolation valves are critical components used to stop or regulate the flow of fluids—such as water, steam, gas, or chemicals—within pipelines and process systems. Their primary purpose is to completely shut off flow when maintenance, inspections, or system modifications are required, ensuring safety for workers and protecting downstream equipment. Isolation valves come in a variety of designs, including gate valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, and plug valves, each chosen based on the application’s pressure, temperature, and fluid characteristics. In industries such as oil and gas, power generation, water treatment, and chemical processing, isolation valves are essential for maintaining operational reliability and safety compliance.

Beyond safety, isolation valves play a key role in efficiency and cost management by minimizing downtime during maintenance or unexpected system issues. Advanced designs now incorporate features that allow for tight shutoff, corrosion resistance, and longer service life, reducing leakage risks and improving overall system performance. Depending on the criticality of the application, valves may also be automated with actuators for remote operation, which is particularly important in hazardous or hard-to-reach environments. By providing dependable flow control and ensuring safe system isolation, these valves serve as a backbone for many industrial operations worldwide.

No one appreciates a leaky faucet in their kitchen sink, so why is the concept of an allowable leakage rate common within industrial processes, when the consequences are much more serious? Many different valves can be considered Isolation Valves, which is why end-users often select the wrong valve for their application. Just because a valve can open and close, doesn’t mean it should be expected to perform under intense pressure, or in some cases, an absolute lack thereof. It’s amazing how much fluid can leak when systems are static and there isn’t enough pressure to form a seal.

Providers of ISOLATION Valves

Flocontrol — Adams Valves
Flocoontrol — DSS Valves
Flocontrol — KPC
Flocontrol — NOVA Hydromet