Blast & Fire Protection Systems
Flat Isolation Valve
Separate sections of a system during an explosion or fire so that the risk does not spread.
How it works
A flat isolation valve uses a flat plate or slide to shut off a duct or pipe. In explosion and fire protection it separates sections of a system so that flame and pressure cannot travel from one part to another. It can be closed by an actuator on a signal from a detector or the control system.
Typical applications
- Sectioning of dust and gas systems
- Isolation of equipment during an incident
- Process lines with fast-acting protection
Standards and guidance commonly referenced for this product type
These are general references. Compliance and test reports for a specific product are provided per project.
How does a flat isolation valve close in an emergency?
A detector senses the pressure rise or flame and signals the control unit, which fires the actuator and drives the plate across the duct within a fraction of a second. The system must be tested as a whole, including detection time and closing time.
Technical specifications, protection levels and test reports are provided per project. Contact our engineers for details.
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