AS-Schneider, the specialist for industrial valves has received the Fire Safe Approval for its E Series Manifolds, meaning that the valves offer a safe and reliable shut-off also in case of fire. The valves tested were absolutely leak-free under extreme test conditions and were still fully operational after the testing.
The Fire Safe Type Test ensures that the valves demonstrate minimal leakage and can still be operated in case of fire. During the testing, they are first placed under pressure with water and must withstand a fire for 30 minutes. Then the examiners cool down the fittings for ten minutes to below 100 degrees Celsius. Throughout the test, the leakage of the valve seat is as well as to the outside is measured. After this, the valve must be able to be fully opened at least once.
The examiners could not identify any leakage during testing and there were no limitations in the operability of the valves after the testing. AS-Schneider manufactures the products exclusively from high quality stainless steel. Pure graphite gaskets are used for the outside sealing. Through the independent testing by the TÜV SÜD, AS-Schneider can now offer the E Series Manifolds as “Fire Safe Certified” – a significant advantage over solutions that have only been awarded the “Fire Safe Design”.
