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RAMCO®
Manufacturing Company, Inc.
365 Carnegie Avenue
Kenilworth, NJ 07033
Phone: 908.245.4500
Fax: 908.245.3142
E-mail:
info@ramco-safetyshields.com

Valve-Gard® Safety Shields: Introduction

Because of the wide range of harsh environments and performance requirements in the chemical processing industries, a wide selection of valves is necessary. However, approximately one-third of all chemical plant emissions come from equipment leaks — and valves are the biggest potential source of leaks and sprayouts. They are a major weak point in a piping system because they contain several areas from which leaks or sprayouts can occur.

When selecting a valve, in addition to process fluid, temperature and pressure of the line, the operating principles of the major valve groups also should be considered. And lastly, another important factor is the appropriate selection of a safety shield.

Safety shields for valves complement those for flanges, providing a system that protects employees from injuries and equipment from damage and shut-down.

Unlike flanges, valve dimensions vary extensively, both among manufacturers and styles. Due to this wide variance in specifications, each valve shield requires its own design. To address this challenge, RAMCO® maintains an extensive library of US and International valve manufacturers. And with changes in valve technology, these data are updated.