Abstract: A solenoid valve for a motor vehicle. The solenoid valve includes a housing having an inlet and an outlet, a flow cross-section formed between the inlet and the outlet, a valve seat which surrounds the flow cross-section, a valve unit having an axial contact surface, a coupling member, and a control body, an electromagnetic actuator having an armature with a first axial end which bears against the axial contact surface of the valve unit, a second axial end, and an axial through bore through which the coupling member of the valve unit projects so as to be movable with the armature, and a fastening element which bears on the second axial end of the armature and which is fixedly connected to the coupling member of the valve unit. The valve unit is set down on the valve seat and is lifted from the valve seat.

Abstract: A fluid end assembly comprising a housing having multiple conduits formed therein. A tubular sleeve is installed within one of the conduits and is configured to house a plurality of packing seals. A seal is installed within a groove formed in the walls of the housing surrounding the tubular sleeve such that the seal engages an outer surface of the tubular sleeve.

Abstract: A leakage blocking device of a valve is disclosed. When a fluid flowing in a flow path 11 leaks through a gap between the outer circumferential surface of a valve stem bottom (21) and a bottom guide hole (31), a plug 53 of a piston 50 is pushed into a sealing oil chamber 45 by a pressure P1 of the leaked fluid acting on a bottom pressure acting surface S1 of the piston and pressurizes a sealing oil L in the sealing oil chamber 45 to a pressure P2 higher than the pressure P1 of the leaked fluid, thereby blocking leakage of fluid of the valve.

Abstract: Example aspects of a method of using a bonnet and stuffing box assembly and a method of manufacturing a bonnet and stuffing box assembly are disclosed. The method of using a bonnet and stuffing box assembly can comprise providing a stuffing box, a bonnet, a bushing assembly, and a stem, the stuffing box and the bonnet defining an assembly bore, the bushing assembly received in the assembly bore, the bushing assembly defining a bushing bore, and the stem received through the bushing bore; sealing the stem relative to the bushing assembly to prohibit fluid flow through the bushing bore; sealing the bushing assembly relative to the bonnet to prohibit fluid flow through the assembly bore; and turning the stem relative to the bushing assembly, bonnet, and stuffing box to actuate a valve.

Abstract: A ball valve system includes a body having an upstream end and a downstream end and a ball within the body between the upstream end and the downstream end, the ball being rotatable about a vertical axis to move between a closed position and an open position. The ball valve assembly includes a stem movable in an actuation direction substantially parallel to the vertical axis, the stem including a recess at a proximal portion of the stem, a guiding member extending within the recess of the stem, the guiding member being configured to prevent rotation of the stem or cause rotation of the stem, and a lubrication port in fluid communication with the recess.

Abstract: A fluid end assembly comprising a housing having multiple conduits formed therein. A tubular sleeve is installed within one of the conduits and is configured to house a plurality of packing seals. A seal is installed within a groove formed in the walls of the housing surrounding the tubular sleeve such that the seal engages an outer surface of the tubular sleeve.

Abstract: Apparatus and method contemplating a high pressure fluid end assembly having a body defining a body bore and defining a groove in the body intersecting the body bore. A closure is joined to the body and forms a sealing surface. A seal is mounted to the body in the groove and configured to extend from the groove beyond the body bore to seal against the sealing surface formed by the closure.

Abstract: In some examples, a device can include a display coupled to a locking mechanism, wherein the locking mechanism applies a first force in a first direction, an enclosure coupled to the display with the locking mechanism, and a spring mechanism coupled to the enclosure and the locking mechanism to prevent a tension level between the display and the enclosure from exceeding a tension threshold, wherein the spring mechanism applies a second force in a second direction.

Abstract: The present disclosure discloses a proportional valve body, a proportional valve and a manufacturing method for a proportional valve body. The proportional valve body comprises a body extending in an axial direction, the body being provided with a first cavity and a second cavity penetrating therethrough in the axial direction and isolated from each other; the body being further provided with a first through hole penetrating through an outer wall of the body, the first hole being communicated with the first cavity and isolated from the second cavity. In the present disclosure, the first cavity and the second cavity of the proportional valve body penetrate through the body in the axial direction, thus the general structure of the proportional valve body can be obtained by means of extrusion molding. Extrusion molding has the advantages of easy operation, high productivity, and high utilization ratio of raw materials.

Abstract: Systems and methods are disclosed that include providing a valve suitable for maintaining a seal and preventing fluid flow through the valve at cryogenic temperatures. The valve includes a valve body having a longitudinal axis along a flow path through the valve, a ball selectively rotatable within the valve body to selectively allow fluid flow through the valve, a seat formed within the valve body and comprising a cavity having an angled wall, and a seat insert at least partially disposed within the cavity and having a first sealing surface that forms a first sealing interface with the ball to prevent leakage through a first leakage path and a second sealing surface that forms a second sealing interface with the angled wall to prevent leakage through a second leakage path when the ball valve is selectively rotated to prevent fluid flow through the valve.

Abstract: A stuffing box assembly for a valve includes a stuffing box and a packing module. The packing module carries one or more seals to engage with the stuffing box and a valve stem extending through the stuffing box. The packing module is able to be installed into, and removed from, the stuffing box as a single assembly. A valve stem can be formed with an integral ball on one end for engaging with a valve seat. The seals of the packing module create a fluid-tight seal against the valve stem and the stuffing box to inhibit fluid leakage through the stuffing box.

Abstract: A hot gas exhaust recirculation valve includes a housing containing a duct for conducting gases, a drive chamber, and a valve stem which is mounted in the housing. The valve stem can be displaced in its longitudinal direction thereof and extends from the drive chamber into the duct. The end of the valve stem that is situated in the drive chamber is coupleable to a drive device. A closing body is fastened to the other end of the valve stem. The closing body is situated in the duct and has a closed position in which it separates an upstream section of the duct from a downstream section of the duct. A sealing ring surrounds the valve stem and is arranged between the duct and the drive chamber. The valve stem is supported within two bearing bushings that are spaced apart from each other, between which the sealing ring is arranged.

Abstract: An isolation valve has a reversible handle and multiple seals between the valve stem and valve housing. The handle includes a portion that engages a handle stop that is attached to the valve body. When the handle is reversed, the stop is moved to another handle stop opening in the valve body. Thus, the handle direction can be reversed without removal of the handle. A locking plate may be used with the isolation valve. The locking plate includes portions that engage a lock and the handle stop. When the handle direction is reversed, the locking plate can be rotated around the stem to engage the repositioned handle stop.

Abstract: A pump includes a pump body having an admission valve movable therein to alternately block and unblock a valve seat to connect a low pressure space to a pumping chamber. A control valve is positioned fluidly between a control chamber and the low pressure space, and moves between a closed position where the control chamber receives high pressure for hydraulically actuating the admission valve, and an open position where the control chamber is connected to the low pressure space to enable closing of the admission valve. The pilot actuation of the admission valve produces a greater travel distance and efficiency than what might be available with certain other actuating mechanisms.

Abstract: A variable exhaust valve assembly for a vehicle includes an exhaust housing, a power transmission device that transmits rotational power, a shaft that extends through the exhaust housing and is coupled with a valve so as to open and close the exhaust housing, and a heat shielding unit to reduce heat transfer between the power transmission device and the exhaust housing. The power transmission device is configured to regulate an opening degree of the valve. The variable exhaust valve assembly is improved in durability by minimizing damage to power transmission caused by high-temperature heat of exhaust gas, and reducing vibration transmitted to the power transmission device.

Abstract: A valve stem for use with an air compressor includes an upper portion, a connecting portion, an extended intermediate portion positioned between the upper portion and the connecting portion, and a lower tapered portion positioned on a bottom surface of the connecting portion. The valve stem may define a through hole extending from a top surface of the valve stem to a bottom surface of the valve stem. An upper portion of the through hole may be threaded. The upper portion may include a hexagonal cross-sectional shape. The lower tapered portion may include an inclined surface that transitions from a larger diameter to a smaller diameter. The valve stem allows for fluid connection from a pressurized volume to atmosphere.

Abstract: A valved tap is disclosed comprising a tap body having a through bore from a threaded input end to an output end thereof. A globe valve is positioned in the valve body so as to interrupt the flow of fluid in the through bore. The output end of the tap body may comprise a flanged portion connectable to a manifold.

Abstract: A seal assembly for a creating a seal between a shaft and a valve housing of a bleed valve that impedes contaminants from reaching bearings includes first and second seal pieces. The first seal piece circumferentially surrounds the shaft and is disposed between the shaft and the valve housing. The second seal piece is in contact with and is disposed axially adjacent to the first seal piece relative to the shaft. The second seal piece is biased against the first seal piece.

Abstract: A drilling head can include an annular seal assembly releasably secured in an outer housing, the annular seal assembly including an annular seal and an actuator that pressurizes a lubricant for delivery to an interior of the annular seal. A method can include positioning an annular seal in a drilling head, the annular seal including an inner liner having openings formed through a sidewall of the inner liner, and flowing a lubricant into an opening while the inner liner sealingly engages a tubular. In another method, the annular seal can have a minimum inner diameter for sealing engagement with a tubular, and a lubricant passage extending through the annular seal and intersecting an interior of the annular seal at a location spaced apart from the minimum inner diameter. A lubricant is flowed through the lubricant passage to the interior of the annular seal.

Abstract: A bellows assembly mounts between a movable valve structure and a stationary valve structure of a valve assembly. The bellows assembly includes a bellows and a spacer. The bellows compresses until a gap is closed relative to the spacer. The bellows assembly bears a load through the bellows before the gap is closed, and the bellows assembly bears the load through the bellows and the spacer after the gap is closed.

Abstract: A regulating valve that includes a valve stem for driving a valve body, and a gland portion slidably holding the valve stem, the gland portion including a lid portion having a through-hole communicating with the inside of the valve box, the valve stem being inserted into the through-hole, a spacer provided between the inner wall of the through-hole and the valve stem, one yarn packing disposed above the spacer, at least two adapter packings disposed via the yarn packing in a slide direction of the valve stem, the adapter packings being made of a material having a smaller thermal expansion coefficient and a higher hardness than the yarn packing, a packing follower disposed on the adapter packings opposite to the valve box, a disc spring disposed on the packing follower, and a packing flange disposed above the disc spring and the packing follower, the packing flange being fixed to the lid portion.

Abstract: A control valve for controlling a fluid flow is disclosed, in particular a coolant flow in a coolant circuit of an internal combustion engine, including a valve element which is provided with at least one opening, and which can move relative to a valve housing. With a movement of the valve element, the at least one opening can be brought into a position in which it overlaps a line cross-section defined on the valve housing side, in order to permit a flow of fluid. In addition, a sealing element is provided which is accommodated on the valve housing such that it radially surrounds the line cross-section, and a sealing surface of which can be brought into contact with a surface of the valve element, thus bridging a gap that extends between the surface of the valve element and the valve housing in a region of the sealing element.

Abstract: A valve disk with a disk-like valve body, which has a front with two protruding hubs and a back opposite the front. In order to permit improved flow around the valve disk and reduction of eddies on the outflow side, arc-like recesses running along an inside surface of both hubs are arranged on the front of valve body to deflect the flow around hubs.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides an apparatus for thermal treatment of a pre-defined amount of organic waste. The apparatus includes a plurality of chambers to receive the pre-defined amount of organic waste. Further, the apparatus includes a double wall to encapsulate each of the plurality of chambers. Furthermore, the apparatus includes an auger accommodated within the cylindrical hollow body of each of the plurality of chambers. Moreover, each of the plurality of chambers has a cylindrical hollow body. The cylindrical body has a first diameter of a first section and a second diameter of a second section. In addition, each of the plurality of chambers is connected in succession for a continuous movement of the pre-defined amount of organic waste along a longitudinal axis. Further, the plurality of chambers includes a feed material inlet and a processed material outlet attached at a second end of the plurality of chambers.

Abstract: A valve with a packing assembly can include a first stem packing circumscribing a first portion of a valve stem, forming a seal between the valve stem and a valve body assembly, and being located in the second bore portion. A first packing retainer can have a collar that limits axial movement of the first stem packing and a first retainer body defining an inner cavity. A second stem packing can circumscribe a second portion of the valve stem and be located in the inner cavity of the first packing retainer. A second packing retainer can limit axial movement of the second stem packing. A piston member can be located axially between the first stem packing and the second stem packing, the piston member being moveable to apply axial force to one of the first stem packing and the second stem packing.

Abstract: A seal assembly for a creating a seal between a shaft and a valve housing of a bleed valve that impedes contaminants from reaching bearings includes first and second seal pieces. The first seal piece circumferentially surrounds the shaft and is disposed between the shaft and the valve housing. The second seal piece is in contact with and is disposed axially adjacent to the first seal piece relative to the shaft. The second seal piece is biased against the first seal piece.

Abstract: A valve and a method for making the valve, the valve including a valve housing with a central part and with two connection ends, wherein internally of the central part there is arranged a valve body in a valve seat and connected to a valve spindle that is arranged in a spindle guide stub on the valve housing. The method includes a tubular workpiece being provided with a cutout, a plate-shaped workpiece being provided that is plastically deformed to form a collar on it whereby a spindle guide stub is formed with a collar along its lower edge and a cutout in its upper surface. The spindle guide stub is laser welded on the tubular workpiece providing an internal welding seam running along the edge of the inner opening in the collar of the spindle guide stub, along the cutout and at the outer side of the tubular workpiece.

Abstract: A flap device for an internal combustion engine includes a flow housing comprising a flow channel, an actuating shaft, a flap body arranged on the actuating shaft in the flow channel, a bore comprising a shoulder arranged in the flow housing, a bearing bush arranged in the bore, a closure bush, a slide ring comprising a slide ring inner portion, and a sealing element surrounding the actuating shaft. The actuating shaft is mounted in the bearing bush. The sealing element comprises a membrane with a membrane inner portion and a membrane outer portion. The membrane outer portion is clamped axially between the closure bush and the shoulder to form a contact surface on the bore of the flow housing. The membrane inner portion rests against the slide ring inner portion to form a mating surface which is arranged closer to the flow channel than to the contact surface.

Abstract: A valved tap is disclosed comprising a tap body having a through bore from a threaded input end to an output end thereof. A ball valve is positioned in the tap body so as to interrupt the flow of fluid in the through bore. The output end of the tap body comprises a flanged portion connectable to a manifold.

Abstract: An expansion valve according to one embodiment includes a body having a valve hole, a valve element which opens and closes a valve section by moving toward and away from the valve hole, and a shaft one end side of which connects to a drive section and the other end side of which connects to the valve element through the valve hole, the shaft transmitting the drive force, generated by the drive section, to the valve element. Here, the shaft is so provided as to run through an insertion hole formed axially with the valve hole in the body. The insertion hole is formed in the body by a cutting work, and has a support that supports the shaft and a diameter-enlarged part that is open to a downstream side of the valve hole and whose diameter is larger than that of the support.

Abstract: The invention provides a gate valve (1) for control of petroleum production or water injection, distinctive in that at least one surface subject to sliding in operation of the valve comprises a top layer coating of diamond like carbon (DLC). The DLC contains hydrogen, preferably more than 16 atom-% and more preferred more than 17 atom-%. It is further directed to a method of commissioning or operating a gate valve according to the invention, and use of a diamond like carbon (DLC) top layer coating on at least one surface subject to sliding in operation of the gate valve. Valve parts have a tendency of sticking, adhering or cold welding together, which result in high friction. The aim of the invention is to reduce or eliminate friction problems occurring with time or operation cycles, when using a full scale gate valve.

Abstract: A device in a valve includes a valve housing with at least a first and a second fluid port. A closure element including a sealing portion and a diaphragm is arranged in the valve housing. The sealing portion is movable between an open position and a closed position. The closure element and valve housing form a flow passage which communicates with the fluid ports when the sealing portion leaves the closed position. A second sealing portion is arranged in contact with a support portion of the valve housing. An abutment element is arranged in contact with the second sealing portion. The abutment element transmits a force via the second sealing portion toward the support portion to provide a seal. The force is at least partly exerted by a spring element.

Abstract: A Flush Valve is provided that comprises a plug valve located between a first cleanout and a second cleanout. The plug valve further comprises a plug assembly inserted in a pipe fitting. The Flush Valve may be placed in a drain line of a HVAC system resulting in a first section line and a second section line. A force is applied to a knob of the plug valve closing the plug valve, and a cleanout cap removed from each of the first cleanout and the second cleanout, and suction or a pressure applied to dislodge any debris in the first section line connected to the first cleanout and the second section line connected to the second cleanout. The cleanout caps may then be replaced and the force removed decompressing a spring in the plug valve and opening the plug valve allowing the HVAC system to drain.

Abstract: A flap device for an internal combustion engine includes a flow housing comprising a flow channel, an actuating shaft, a flap body arranged on the actuating shaft in the flow channel, a housing bore arranged in the flow housing, a lever fixed on the actuating shaft, a bearing bush arranged in the housing bore, and a sealing disk comprising a surface which is at least partially spherically shaped. The housing bore has the actuating shaft protrude outwards therethrough. The lever comprises a rear wall. The bearing bush has the actuating shaft mounted therein. The surface rests under tension against the rear wall of the lever.

Abstract: A radial lead seal assembly of a generator and a method for sealing a radial chamber from an axial chamber of a generator using a radial lead seal assembly are presented. The radial lead seal assembly includes sealing elements disposed around a radial lead to seal an annular space between the radial lead and the radial chamber and thereby seal the axial chamber fluidically from the radial chamber. Conical springs are disposed annularly around the radial lead between the sealing elements and a junction between the radial lead and the axial lead. The radial lead seal assembly includes a nut for exerting a compressive load on the radial lead seal assembly in a radially inward direction such that the conical springs are only partially compressed.

Abstract: This packing chamber is for use within a valve for existing pipelines. The packing chamber can be easily incorporated into existing valves already in use. In the preferred embodiment, the packing chamber is seated between the body of a valve and the yoke tube. The invention creates a primary seal and a secondary seal that acts as a stopper should the first seal fail to ensure fluid is not accidently released to the environment.

Abstract: A rotary-to-linear motion actuator having helical bevel gear and methods of use thereof are described. The actuator may be utilized with an apparatus for managing a fluid flow passage between one or more input ports and output ports. A pinion gear engages, and during operation turns, a bevel ring gear arranged on a helical path along an external periphery of a sleeve retaining a seat, which forms a fixed orifice. The teeth of the bevel gear are arranged on the helical path at the same pitch as external threads on the sleeve, which in turn, engage internal threads in a thrust tube. The trust tube is engaged with a thrust tube jam nut that locks the thrust tube into position within the valve body. The area of the flow passage is changed by movement of the fixed seat orifice axially with respect to a contoured plug assembly. The threads of the sleeve and the thrust tube resist axial load imparted by the pressure drop across at the fixed orifice.

Abstract: A valve with a packing assembly includes a valve body assembly with a bore, a valve member moveable between an open position and a closed position, and a valve stem coupled to the valve member. A first stem packing circumscribes a portion of the valve stem, and is located in an upper bore portion of the bore. A first packing retainer has a collar that limits axial movement of the first stem packing, and also has a first retainer body defining an inner cavity. A second stem packing circumscribes a portion of the valve stem and is located in the inner cavity of the first packing retainer. A second packing retainer has a neck compressingly engaging the second stem packing, and a retainer shoulder that engages the first packing retainer. A retaining assembly is coupled with the valve body assembly for applying axial force to the second packing retainer.

Abstract: A sealing arrangement for a control device of an internal combustion engine includes a housing. A channel is formed in the housing. The channel has a gas flow therethrough. A control member controls a flow of the gas in the channel. The control member is arranged on a shaft. A bearing supports the shaft in a bearing bore of the housing. A vent bore extends in the housing from an inner wall of the channel on an inlet side of the control member to a rear side, facing outward from the channel, of the bearing arranged in the housing, and into the bearing bore. A first groove is formed in the shaft behind the bearing. The first groove is configured so as to be circumferential when seen from the channel. The first groove is surrounded radially by a sealing device which is configured to cooperate with the first groove.

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to load a valve packing are described. An example method disclosed herein includes adjusting a packing flange nut to a position corresponding at least approximately to a free condition of a biasing assembly, coupling a first gauge member to a first flange, adjusting a first gap between a first surface of the first gauge member and a reference surface opposite the first flange to a first predetermined distance, and tightening the packing flange nut so that the first surface of the first gauge member substantially aligns with or engages the reference surface and causes a load assembly to provide a first predetermined packing stress to the valve packing when the first gauge member substantially aligns with or engages the reference surface.

Abstract: A seal assembly forms a barrier between a compressor's interior and exterior regions. The seals assembly includes a primary seal stage and a secondary seal stage. The primary seal stage is formed of materials chosen to effectively block flow of gas through the seal assembly. The secondary seal stage is formed of materials chosen to survive a failure of the primary seal stage.

Abstract: A passive valve assembly for an exhaust component includes a vane that is positioned within an exhaust gas flow path. The vane is pivoted from a closed position to an open position in response to exhaust gas flow overcoming a biasing force. A stop is positioned within the exhaust component and cooperates with the vane to define a closed position for the vane.

Abstract: A valve for a refrigeration system includes a valve body having an inlet port, an outlet port, and walls forming a main cavity. The valve also includes a cartridge that resides within the main cavity and having a piston configured to travel in a first direction to permit fluid flow from the inlet port to the outlet port and in a second direction to impede fluid flow from the inlet port to the outlet port and a port plate configured to removably couple to the valve body to substantially close an end of the main cavity substantially enclosing the cartridge within the main cavity, the port plate including a plurality of ports, each port configured to accept at least one of various valve control elements configured to control the piston to permit or impede the fluid flow from the inlet port to the outlet port.

Abstract: A valve with a packing assembly includes a valve body assembly with a bore, a valve member moveable between an open position and a closed position, and a valve stem coupled to the valve member. A first stem packing circumscribes a portion of the valve stem, and is located in an upper bore portion of the bore. A first packing retainer has a collar that limits axial movement of the first stem packing, and also has a first retainer body defining an inner cavity. A second stem packing circumscribes a portion of the valve stem and is located in the inner cavity of the first packing retainer. A second packing retainer has a neck compressingly engaging the second stem packing, and a retainer shoulder that engages the first packing retainer. A retaining assembly is coupled with the valve body assembly for applying axial force to the second packing retainer.

Abstract: A ball valve including upstream and downstream seats and a ball having a flow opening disposed between the upstream and downstream seats. A flow path is defined through the valve only when the ball is disposed in an open position. In one embodiment, when the ball is disposed in a closed position the upstream seat may intermittently disengage from the ball to relieve hydrostatic expansion of a liquid within the ball resulting an increased pressure that is greater than a pressure within a body cavity of the valve outside the ball. In another embodiment, a distance between the upstream and downstream seats is greater than an outer diameter of the ball and the ball engages only one of the upstream and downstream seats when disposed in the closed position and a pressure differential is defined between the upstream and downstream seats. The upstream and downstream seats may each include a partially spherical sealing surface that may have a crenulate configuration.

Abstract: A filler assembly is mounted in an axial hole of a cap of a valve. The filler assembly includes at least one first filler and at least one second filler stacked in a longitudinal direction. A valve rod received in the axial hole extends through the at least one first filler and the at least one second filler. At least one of two mutually abutting faces respectively of the at least one first filler and the at least one second filler is at a non-parallel angle to a radial direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. If one of the at least one first filler and the at least one second filler is subjected to a pressing force in the longitudinal direction, at least one of the at least one first filler and the at least one second filler is moved in the radial direction to press against the valve rod.

Abstract: A valve includes a stem seal assembly that prevent fluid flow in a first direction and vents in a second direction opposite the first direction. The assembly includes a packing assembly positioned within a valve stem opening of a valve body of the valve to seal a valve stem to the valve body. The packing assembly includes a first seal and a second seal preventing passage of fluid from a body cavity of the valve body to an exterior of the valve body along the valve stem while venting fluid from an exterior of the valve body to the body cavity along the valve stem. The packing assembly isolates the first seal and the second seal so that a load applied to the first seal ring is not transferred to the second seal ring.

Abstract: A stem packing assembly including a first annular member defining a central axis, a second annular member defining a central axis coaxial with the central axis of the first annular member, and an annular energizing member defining a central axis coaxial with the central axis of the first annular member. In an embodiment, the stem packing assembly can have a leakage rate according to ISO 15848-1 of less than 1×10?4 mgs?1m?1 for at least 500 cycles at 160° C., and less than 1×10?4 mgs?1m?1 for at least 500 cycles at ?46° C. In another embodiment, the first annular member can include a PAEK, the second annular member can include a PTFE, and the annular energizing member at least partially includes a PTFE.

Abstract: A ball valve including a valve body that includes a first body member and a second body member. The valve body defines a valve axis and a fluid flow path. A ball element has a port and a ball stem, and is rotatable about a ball stem axis between an open position providing fluid flow through the fluid flow path and a closed position inhibiting flow through the fluid flow path. A body seal is located between the first body member and the second body member and defines a thickness that decreases as the body seal extends away from the valve axis. A stem seal defines a substantially frusto-conical shape and is arranged in the valve body. The ball stem extends through the stem seal to form a seal between the ball stem and the stem seal and between the stem seal and the valve body.

Abstract: A pipe testing fixture including a housing with a chamber, an aperture centrally disposed on the housing. A groove centrally disposed within the lower chamber. A pipe fluidly engages the chamber through the housing. A pipe closure body with a handle slidingly engages the aperture and chamber with a plate disposed on the handle. The plate slidingly engages the chamber, the lower end sealingly engaging the groove, configured to seal the lower chamber of the pipe. A plate face gasket continuously disposed on the front and rear sides of the plate. A locking pin is engagable through a pin hole upon positioning the pin hole outside the upper chamber. The engagement and alternate disengagement of the locking pin through the pin hole places the plate in an open locked position and an alternate closed position within the chamber. A separate carrier pipe segment engages the pipe portions.