Electric Motor Operator for: Gate Valves / Butterfly Valves / Plug Valves
KENNEDY VALVE
Almost every business day, Kennedy Valve is assembling and testing valves with Electric Motor operators.
Electric motor operator may be furnished on NRS and OS&Y Gate Valves, plug valves, & butterfly valves.
Motor operated valves are specified where frequent operation is necessary or where valves are located in remote,
inaccessible or hazardous places.
For large valves and frequently used valves, operating costs are reduced and efficiently increased by the remote
control possible with electric motor operation. In emergencies, quick operation of valves by electric motor may
be extremely vital.
Electric Motor Operated Valves are used in industrial plants, power plants, water plants, sewage disposal systems
and miscellaneous pipe lines. Some of their specific uses include the following:
Large Valves
Storage Tanks
Intakes
Filter Beds
Outlets
Booster Stations
Pump Discharge
An electric motor is mounted on the valve and geared to the valve stem so that when the motor operates the valve
will open or close. Adjustable limit and torque switches are arranged to stop the motor when the valve is
completely opened or closed, or automatically stop the motor if there is any obstruction in the valve to prevent the
gate from moving. This prevents damage both to the valve parts and to the motor and gearing. Electric
equipment conforms to N.E.M.A. codes. Detailed specifications on the construction and design of motor units
and controls will be furnished if desired. Motors are high torque, fully enclosed in weather-proof or explosion-
proof housings.
When specified, motor shall include:
•
Integral reversing starter package, which includes reversing controller, 120 volt/25 watt heater, 75 VA
transformers with fused secondary & 24 point terminal strip. Available in weather-proof, explosion-
proof, etc. enclosures.
• Three button – two light push button station for open, stop and close oper