A forged steel trunnion mounted ball valve is a heavy-duty valve designed for reliable shutoff and control in high-pressure, high-temperature, and demanding process conditions. Unlike floating ball designs, the ball in a trunnion-mounted configuration is supported at both the top and bottom, reducing operating torque and minimizing seat wear. The use of forged steel enhances mechanical strength, structural integrity, and resistance to pressure-induced deformation, making these valves ideal for critical applications in the oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, and industrial sectors.
Typical Operating Conditions
Forged steel trunnion mounted ball valves are commonly used in:
High-Pressure Pipelines – Transporting crude oil, natural gas, refined products, and chemical fluids.
Offshore and Subsea Systems – Handling extreme pressure, corrosive seawater exposure, and space-limited environments.
Refineries and Petrochemical Plants – Isolating and controlling process fluids in hydrocracking, reforming, and catalytic units.
Power Plants – Managing high-temperature steam and cooling water systems.
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