Clarke Industrial Engineering has entered into a licensing agreement with Curtiss-Wright Corporation (Curtiss-Wright), whereby Clarke’s patented and proprietary Shutter Valve™ technology will be exclusively available to Curtiss-Wright for the Worldwide Naval Defense Market, the US Maritime Homeland Security Market, and the Commercial Nuclear Power Market.
The Shutter Valve design is “whisper quiet” even in extreme operating conditions and provides limitless and precise flow control, zero pressure drop, and full port operation, along with reduced turbulence, cavitation and water hammer. Greatly reduced costs compared to other valves is generally achieved through its very low torque requirement providing for less expensive actuators. From an ongoing cost perspective, the valve is easily maintained and its compact design allows for simple installation, repair and removal.
