Singer Valve Inc. Launches The Total Automatic Purging System
Singer Valve, a leading manufacturer of control valves, launches the Total Automatic Purging System (TAPS) designed to flush the toughest pipes and improve water quality without compromising fire pressure and ensuring minimal loss of non revenue water. TAPS uses an automatic control valve and battery operated timer to control the time, length and pressure required to flush a distribution system effectively. "Because TAPS is a true water valve, it is already a proven high quality product that will stand the test of time and reduce infrastructure repair," said Brad Clarke, VP of Sales & Marketing for Singer Valve. "With design innovation we have created superior flushing using minimal water required which results in cost savings."
Superior Flushing Improves Water Qualit
TAPS optimizes the flushing process by offering a range of valve sizes available from 1/2" / 15 mm to 12" / 300 mm to provide the correct velocity to pull or draw fresh water into a zone. This, coupled with the pressure sustaining feature, scours and cleans pipes which reduces corrosion and dramatically improves water quality. With regulated flush cycles and perfected velocity at each individual installation point, fresh water is effectively drawn into areas where water quality traditionally falls below standard. Each TAPS unit includes a water sampling port so that onsite clarity and testing can be easily seen and sampled without disrupting the process.
Pressure Sustainability Ensures Fire Flow
TAPS has a unique pressure sustaining feature to ensure minimum upstream pressure is maintained for system needs and in the event that fire flow is needed. Unlike conventional flushing valves that are either open or closed, TAPS has a hydraulically operated valve that introduces or releases water from the control chamber above the diaphragm to maintain accurate water flow. It is controlled by an externally mounted pilot system and can be programmed via a handheld unit if desired. This programmable flushing feature allows for scheduled flushing at select times when predicted demand is low. Flow regulation also reduces the volume of wasted water.
A Versatile Quality Product
TAPS is manufactured with premium materials including ductile iron, NSF–approved fusion epoxy coating, stainless steel braided pilot tubing, stainless bolts and washers and a 316 stainless steel seat that comes with a lifetime warranty. With three optional end connections and individual programming of each unit, TAPS is versatile and easily integrated into a variety of utility, industrial and commercial applications. Smaller TAPS units can be easily used as a mobile flushing device. All units can be installed above or below ground depending on weather conditions and can be vertically or horizontally installed depending on space and system setup.
Singer Valve will debut a live demonstration on the TAPS technology at the AWWA annual conference, June 10 -14 at booth #4014
About Singer Valve
Since 1957 Singer Valve has been designing, manufacturing and distributing pilot operated diaphragm control valves. With innovative technologies, the company provides solutions for water loss management, water conservation and urban water and wastewater distribution throughout the world. By using quality materials and testing every valve and pilot before it is shipped, Singer Valve has an unprecedented track record for long lasting, easy to maintain solutions that work upon installation. Singer Valve's electronic division provides instrumentation and control solutions to manage unique applications. For more information, visit www.singervalve.com.
SOURCE: Singer Valve