If you need to adjust your pressure relief valve, the process is very simple. Tools Needed: ¼" allen wrench Adjusting the PRV Line the allen wrench up with the center key on the bottom of the PRV Turn the center plug until it is calibrated to the desired setting Reminders: Do not use a […]
If you have an RC Ball Intake Valve and need to switch operator modes, it is a simple process that involves pressing a button. Your BIV will come in Manual mode from the factory. This means when you push the open or close button, the valve will only move while you hold the button down. […]
This video walks you through changing the valve seat on your standard or jumbo Ball Intake Valve (BIV). Included in Your Kit: Hose gasket for 5” and 6” Shut off seat that goes inside the valve Grease Tools Needed: Hammer Flat piece of metal or plastic How to: Take a look at how […]
Our Jumbo Low Profile Ball Intake Valve is a great option for fire departments searching for a high-capacity intake valve. Large Flow Capacity The Jumbo Low Profile Ball Intake Valve has a 5.25” waterway which gives you high flow with minimal friction loss whether you are operating from a draft or pressurized water source. Swivel […]
When you are considering a new intake valve, you may be tempted to choose based on the price alone. This may mean you choose a smaller waterway or a different style of valve than we would typically recommend. Generally, we recommend choosing your intake valve based on the criteria in this article. However, we recognize […]
If you are evaluating intake valves you are going to need to decide on the type of elbow you want. One possibility is a detent elbow. You may be wondering what a detent elbow is and what the potential benefits are. In this article we will go over what a detent elbow is, how it […]
If you are evaluating intake valves, you may wonder if a pressure relief valve is needed. You may not be sure if your department really needs one or how to decide. There may be differing opinions within your department. Overall, the decision to get a pressure relief valve or not depends a lot on department […]
Industrial facilities and refineries have a unique set of needs when it comes to water flow. For you, fire suppression means using a high volume of water to mitigate damage and minimize loss. The intake valves you use need to be reliable and ready to be an intake or discharge as they’re used on apparatus, […]
When choosing an intake valve for your department, you want to do it right and select the best for your needs. So, are you considering all the variables you need to? We’ve compiled a list of the five most common mistakes we see departments make when they choose one of our Ball Intake Valves. This […]
Is your intake valve optimized for your drafting operations? To get the most out of your drafting ops, your intake valve needs to have the largest waterway available resulting in the highest flow rate possible with the least amount of friction loss. You are already pulling the water up from the source through the hard […]
When you’re evaluating intake valves, you will need to decide if you want or need a straight intake valve or one with an elbow. Making this decision could depend on your department's preferences, the size of your pump panel, or the sources your department depends on for water supply. This article dives into a few […]
Are you selecting a new intake valve for your apparatus? Are you wondering how to narrow down your choices? An intake valve is an important part of your firefighting operation, and one you want to be sure is optimized for your department. If you are considering intake valves and trying to make the best choice […]
Have you ever wondered about the differences in types of intake valves? Ball intake valves (BIVs), piston intake valves, butterfly/wafer style intake valves – what does it all mean? What are the differences in how they work? In this article we’re going to talk about the purpose of an intake valve and walk you through […]
“Do I need an intake valve on my pump's inlet connection?” One of the main reasons you want an intake valve on your apparatus is to gain control over water entering your pump. This is true for municipal and rural fire departments. Let’s look at considerations for each side. Municipal Departments As a municipal department, […]
“Can you reseal a Ball Intake Valve (BIV)?” If your Ball Intake Valve starts leaking, you have a couple of options for getting it resealed depending on your needs. Field Repair Kits If you and your crew are up to the task, you can choose to reseal your BIV on your own. There are repair […]