Jun 15, 2026 · Engineering
Choosing the right ball valve for your process
A practical guide to selecting full-port vs reduced-port, fire-safe vs standard, and floating vs trunnion.
Ball valves are the workhorse of industrial fluid handling. Choosing the right one is about understanding your service, not just line size. In this guide we walk through the three most important decisions...
Full-port vs reduced-port: Full-port valves have an unobstructed bore equal to the pipe ID. They minimise pressure drop and are required for pigging...
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