Valve Interlocks
Valves have a prime safety function in many process industries. The opening and closing of valves in the wrong sequence can have disastrous consequences causing serious or fatal injury to operating personnel, loss of product, damage to plant and equipment and pollution of the environment.
Ensuring the safe operation of valves is essential in industries ranging from water and food production to chemical manufacture and oil refining.
The ISS range of valve interlocks not only control the opening and closing sequence of process valves but also prevent their unathorised operation. The interlocks are easy to operate, show clearly the condition of the valve and can be fitted to every type and size of valve in service without breaking the pressure seal.
HSV-R
HSV-RThe HSV-R multi rotation valve interlock kit is suitable for all types and sizes of hand wheel-operated gate, globe and gearbox valves.
With both linear keys inserted into the lock the valve can be operated. Only when the valve is fully opened or closed can one of the keys be released, locking the valve in open or closed position.
HSV-Q
HSV-QThe HSV-Q valve interlock kit for lever operated valves can be installed on any type and size of valve that operates with a 90° or 180° rotation i.e. ball, butterfly and plug valves.
With both linear keys inserted into the lock the valve can be operated. Only when the valve is fully opened or closed can one of the keys be released, locking the valve in opened or closed position.
HSV-M-AT
HSV-M-ATThe HSV-M-AT anti tamper valve interlock kit has been specifically designed to prevent unauthorised operation, violation and sabotage of any size and type of valve including ball, butterfly, gate, globe, gear box, lever or hand wheel operated. In addition the AT includes a case hardened skirt to protect the lower valve assembly from sabotage or tampering. With the coded key removed the ATL lock free wheels ensuring the valve cannot be opened or closed depending on what the process requires. Inserting the key engages the drive allowing the valve to be operated.
HSV-CL
HSV-CLThe HSV-CL is a door access interlock designed to work with the HSV valve interlock system key. It is mainly used to control the safe opening and closing of cabinet and pressure doors in a safety critical system.
HSV-KEY
HSV-KEYManufactured of stainless steel the keys are coded in such a way that they only fit each designated valve interlock. Bespoke choice of engraving for each key is shown on the tag plate. The plates have space for four lines of text and are available in blue, red, black, white, yellow and green. This colour system simplifies matching the key to each interlock and clearly shows the condition of the valve from a distance.
HSV-X
HSV-XMany applications require the use of key exchange boxes as part of a valve interlock safety system. The key exchange box is configured to trap and release keys in a predetermined sequence depending on the operating requirements of the interlocking system. The key exchange box can be configured to provide bi-directional control of up-stream and down-stream operation. They can therefore be used in complex applications.
HSV-SCU
HSV-SCUThe HSV-SCU key selector unit is a mechanical programmed key exchange unit. It enables the release of the valve interlocking coded operating keys in a stepped sequence by rotating the selector control to the required key release position. The SCU is designed to provide the correct key exchange sequence in non–linear applications such as pig launching and receiving.
HSV-KC
HSV-KCThe HSV-KC key cabinet is designed to enhance the control and management of valve interlocking keys on site by securely storing them in dedicated key slots within a locked cabinet. Each key slot is hard coded (a key cannot be physically inserted into the wrong slot), colour coded and engraved with the key tag number for easy identification and location. The glass front enables easy viewing of operational status of the valves within the system.
Please note: This is only a small selection of the ISS Safety range of Valve Interlocks, other variations and specials available upon request. ISS Safety employ technically qualified personnel who cover the UK. All of our safety engineers are qualified to "NEBOSH" National safety standards and are capable of providing advice on the use and application of the most appropriate interlocking system. To discuss a particular safety application or to receive a visit from one of our engineers please call us on +44 (0)20 8732 5505 or send us an e-mail to info@iss-safety.co.uk.
