Check valves are the backbone of the natural gas industry. Compressors, gas separation systems, and pipeline management systems all rely on natural gas check valves to ensure their smooth and safe operation on worksites.
If the check valves on your pipeline system are showing significant signs of wear, don’t call the repair man for the fifth time—upgrade your system with natural gas check valves from Hy-Lok Canada.
The Importance of Check Valves in Natural Gas Pipelines
Pipelines need to maintain a consistent, streamlined substance flow to operate efficiently, and check valves play a key role in maintaining this operation.
Check valves are installed to prevent the backflow of liquids and gases (i.e., the pipeline substance flowing back toward its original reservoir).
Natural gas backflow can result in serious issues like contamination, pressure surges, and equipment damage. Upgrading existing pipelines with new, high-quality check valves can significantly increase the safety and utility of natural gas distribution networks.
With the right components from Hy-Lok, you can streamline your pipeline’s efficiency and improve worksite safety.
Benefits of Retrofitting Natural Gas Check Valves
If the natural gas check valve on your pipeline has seen better days, retrofitting it with a newer model from Hy-Lok can offer several benefits.
The secure, leak-proof design of our valves prevents unprecedented leaks, reducing the risks of explosions, fires, and other potential hazards caused by uncontrolled gas.
Updating malfunctioning components of your pipeline will reduce pressure drops, optimize flow rates, and enhance the overall efficiency of your distribution system.
Hy-Lok’s check valves are also fully aligned with industry regulations, ensuring your system is fully compliant with safety and performance standards for natural gas production.
What to Keep in Mind
Safety needs to be the number one priority when replacing or retrofitting a valve. Natural gas can be dangerous if handled incorrectly, so keep the following points in mind:
- Assess the condition of your pipeline and identify other potential areas that require upgrades to ensure all components work together seamlessly. (You can find other fittings and valves for your pipeline on our Products page.)
- Before installing your new valve from Hy-Lok, turn off the flow mechanism of your pipeline and vent all the natural gas from the system to prevent leaks or contamination.
- Install the check valve and test its functionality before reintroducing the natural gas.
Upgrade Your Natural Gas System with Hy-Lok Canada
If you need a check valve upgrade, partner with Hy-Lok and get a natural gas check valve from our 700, 700H, 701, and 700A series. Our 700H series features pressure ratings up to 6000psig and 3000psig for the 700,701, and 700A series.
Each valve can withstand temperatures up to 375°F and features an FKM seal. All our components are 100% factory-tested with nitrogen for cracking and reseal and are ideal for use in natural gas pipeline systems. If you need even more proof of their durability, you can contact our team and request additional testing. Quality is our first priority!
Visit our Products page to learn more about our natural gas check valves and other components in our catalogue.
