Check Valves
AWWA C508 was developed in 1976 to set a standard for the manufacture, testing and application of the Iron Body Bronze Mounted Check Valves. The valves are designed with an iron body and include either metal to metal or composition to metal seating.
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Kennedy Valve 2” – 12” Check Valves
Kennedy Valve makes a variety of check valves. Swing Check Valve, Kenflex Check Valve, Increasing Check Valve, Cushion Check Valve and the Patriot II Security Check Valve. -
14” – 36” AWWA Check Valves – Series 106
Kennedy Swing Check Valves are designed and manufactured in conformance with A.W.W.A. C508 and are for use on water, oil and gas lines. Under certain circumstances where it is desirable to have more positive control of the closing of the disc, the valves can be supplied with either lever-and-spring or lever-and-weight.
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Increasing Check Valve – Series 1306
The increasing check valve is available for customers needing an arrangement that requires a transition from a smaller diameter pipe to a larger diameter pipe.
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Cushion Check Valve – Series 1206 / Oil Cushion Check Valve – Series 1606
The cushion check valve is available for customers needing an arrangement that retards the closing of a check valve, potentially due to the water column having the opportunity to reverse or even separate due to not being at the lowest elevation of the system. The pneumatic cylinder has a needle valve that allows the customer to adjust the time required for the valve to close.
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Kenflex Check Valve – Series 506SS
The Ken-Flex Resilient Hinged Check Valve eliminates most problems associated with swing check valves. Due to its simplicity, it is ideal for “dirty water” applications.
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Patriot II™ Security Check Valve - Series 507
The Patriot II ™Security Check Valve prevents reverse flow through the fire hydrant, safely protecting our drinking water while providing a full port unobstructed waterway.