Millisecond Operation
There are numerous applications in which fluid control must be fast, precise and dependable. In particular, the marine sector requires valves that can control flow instantaneously, whether for normal operation or in an emergency situation. A navale quick closing valve therefore is a critical component for ensuring safe and reliable operation.
Shipboard quick closing valves boast a simple overriding release mechanism which provides emergency closing/opening in milliseconds. During normal operating conditions, these manual override shutoff valves are actuated by the conventional hand wheel method. A self-closing valve also helps prevent leaks that could lead to environmental hazards.
Having high-quality marine quick closing valves is extremely important as shipboard controls need to perform as expected in mission-critical situations. When an emergency occurs, a lever actuates the “armed” release mechanism, thus the engine room fuel isolation valve is closed or opened without manually turning the hand wheel. This emergency operation can be local or remote using a cable. Operational methods for actuating the quick release mechanism on this engine room safety hardware can be electrical or pressure operated. Compared to a traditional valve, a Marotta’s emergency shutoff valves for ships enhance the efficiency and safety of these systems.
As a leading manufacturer for more than 77 years, Marotta Controls has the skill and expertise to design and deliver mission-critical marine shutoff systems and other components that meet the stringent requirements for U.S. Navy platforms.
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SPV82 Quick Closing Valve
- Emergency opening/closing in milliseconds
- Packless construction (bellows seal)
- Visual position indication (closed-open)
- Meets MIL-V-24569
- Hand wheel operated valves for fuel, steam and high temperature applications
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Frequently Asked Questions About Quick Closing Military Vessel Safety Valves
These remote-operated quick closing valves are used to immediately stop fluid flow in shipboard systems during emergencies. They are installed on fuel, steam, and high-temperature lines where uncontrolled flow can present safety and operational risks. These cable-actuated shutoff valves provide millisecond-level response to isolate systems before conditions escalate.
Under normal conditions, these emergency response valve systems remain open and can be closed manually using a hand wheel or lever. In an emergency, a pre-armed release mechanism closes the valve instantly when triggered remotely or locally.
Our manual emergency shutoff valves meet MIL-V-24569 requirements, which include qualifications for shock and vibration environments commonly encountered on naval vessels. Our MIL-spec shipboard valves feature packless construction with bellows seating that supports zero-leakage performance in fuel and high-temperature applications.