Fittings for pipes

They are an essential element of piping systems in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. Fittings ensure the efficient and safe operation of piping systems, contributing to the reliability and safety of technological processes. This text focuses on the types, design, materials, applications and trends in pipeline valves.

They allow control
Control
Diversion
Isolation of media flow

Types of pipe fittings

Shut-off valves
Control valves
Check valves
Safety valves
Special valves

✅ Typical areas of application: water, energy, chemical, oil and gas

Types of pipe fittings

Fittings can be divided into several main categories according to their function:

Shut-off valves

Shut-off valves are used to completely open or close the flow of a medium. The most common types include:

Ball valves: they are widely used due to their simple design, reliability and ability to shut off flow quickly. Ball valves have minimal pressure drop and are suitable for liquids, gases and steam.
Gate valves: These valves are used in applications where pressure drop needs to be minimized and where high wear resistance is required. They are ideal for high pressure and temperature systems.
Threaded valves (taps): These are used primarily in smaller systems to quickly close or open the flow, often in low pressure applications.

Control valves

Control valves are used to precisely control the flow, pressure and temperature of the medium:

Control valves: these valves allow continuous flow control and are crucial in applications where precise control of process parameters is required.
Butterfly valves: These are suitable for high flow applications where low pressure drop is required. Butterfly valves are often used in large diameter piping applications.

Check valves

Check valves prevent the backflow of media, which is important for the protection of equipment and systems:

Check valves: they automatically close when the medium flows back and protect pumps and compressors from damage.
Check valves: used in applications where it is necessary to prevent backflow of water or other media.

Safety fittings

Safety valves protect systems from overpressure or other hazardous conditions:

Relief valves: allow the release of excessive pressure from the piping system, thus preventing dangerous situations.
Pressure relief discs: They act as a protective device that activates when a certain pressure is reached.

Special fittings

Special fittings are designed for specific applications and conditions:

Condensate separators: used in steam systems to separate condensate from steam.
Filter valves: remove solid particles from the medium, which protects sensitive equipment from damage.
Vent valves: They ensure the removal of air and gases from piping systems, preventing the formation of air pockets.