Effective and Versatile
Crane’s PACIFIC VALVES® Wedgeplug non-lubricated metalseated plug valves were designed more than 80 years ago to address valve problems associated with catalyst cracking service. Today, they are utilized readily in hot, dirty and severe refining applications, including delayed coking, ethylene cracking, asphalt production and residue reduction.
Pacific Valves® Wedgeplug
With industry-leading low steam usage and zero steam consumption when not actuating, the PACIFIC VALVES® Wedgeplug deliverssuperior operational savings and reduced total cost of ownership.
As the Wedgeplug consumes steam only during activation (actively opening or closing), not only are steam costs reduced but downstream process yields are improved and system corrosion ratesreduced. Additionally, any loss of steam pressure when the valve is seated does not affect valve function, reliability or safety.
Top pull-out design allows the body to stay in the piping while the top works are removed for inspection, hydro-blasting and maintenance. This reduces rigging and pipe work costs and shortens turn around schedules and reduces the overall cost of maintenance throughout the life of the valve.
Metal-to-metal bi-directional seal eliminates orientation concerns and delivers double block and bleed/purge capability in a single valve, increasing operational safety.
