Tag: leaks
Rail-tanks still operating despite defective valves
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) in the US has recently approved an extension for railroad tank cars equipped with defective valves, to continue transporting crude oil and other hazardous materials through the end of the year.
Leakage easily tested in new ball valve
The new NIBCO PC585-70 cast bronze ball valve features a new design that allows a leak to occur during testing, if the press connection is not properly crimped. Other NIBCO Press System fittings and valves will feature this new leak detection technology using a phased-in approach.