Few sectors operate in environments as severe as oil and gas. From upstream exploration to downstream refining, flow control equipment must manage high pressures, aggressive media, and volatile atmospheres while protecting safety and uptime.
Across the industry, precision-engineered valves remain essential for operational security and continuous production. At KDV Flow, decades of engineering knowledge support valve designs built to meet these exacting demands. With manufacturing and supply facilities worldwide, KDV provides dependable performance wherever flow control is required.
Resilient Valves for Demanding Environments
Oil and gas processes subject valves to intense mechanical and chemical strain. Bodies must withstand elevated temperatures, fluctuating pressures, and exposure to corrosive or abrasive fluids such as brine, hydrocarbons, steam, and chemical additives.
KDV’s carbon steel ball valves for oil and gas operations are engineered for these service conditions. They deliver consistent performance over long operating cycles, even in high-pressure duties. Fire-safe construction to API 607 and anti-static features enhance safety in flammable environments. For sour gas service (high H₂S), options in stainless steel or Inconel provide added protection.
Performance Features
KDV’s carbon steel ball valves incorporate design elements aligned with energy infrastructure requirements:
- Full-bore and reduced-bore configurations for different flow needs
- BSP and NPT threading for system compatibility
- API 607 fire-safe certification
- Anti-static construction to prevent spark generation in hazardous atmospheres
- Precision sealing to minimise fugitive emissions
They are suitable for upstream, midstream, and downstream applications where dependable isolation and control are needed. Similar engineering considerations can be found in KDV’s pressure control valve solutions, which are designed to manage flow reliability in critical systems.
Compliance and Safety Assurance
Leak prevention is a fundamental requirement in oil and gas. KDV ball valves are tested to API 6D and ISO 5208 standards, with resilience under corrosive or erosive conditions. They can be integrated with automated flow monitoring systems to improve responsiveness and safety during emergency shutdowns.