CORNELIUS, NC / ACCESSWIRE / March 28, 2023 / Valworx has expanded their line of electric explosion-proof actuators to include flange valves. These new models are ideal for oil and gas applications requiring low fugitive emissions and firesafe design. The new stainless steel flange valves feature a low fugitive emissions, firesafe design with braided graphite stem seals and an investment cast 2-piece full port 316 stainless steel body/ball with reinforced Teflon (RTFE) ball seats. They are also available with various modulating and heating accessories.

Available for immediate sale and shipment, these new 5818 series electric explosion proof actuators automate quarter turn ball valves or butterfly valves. They are certified to US, EU and Chinese explosion proof standards and feature visual and electrical valve position indication, manual override and weatherproof enclosures. They operate with a 4-20mA input control signal that sends a voltage output to the actuator to position the valve and maintains accurate positioning with loss of power. Valworx Explosion Proof