Eight Advantages of Belimo Butterfly Valves

Belimo stands at the forefront of HVAC innovation, offering solutions that embody efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Our high performance butterfly valves provide key advantages to meet the diverse needs of the industry. This article explores eight distinct advantages of our butterfly valves, which are meticulously engineered to elevate operational efficiency and contribute to a more sustainable future.

1: Flexible Utilization Options

Our butterfly valves are designed with a focus on flexibility. The PR and PKR actuator series feature adjustable running times, capable of operating anywhere between 30 to 120 seconds to match specific application requirements. This flexibility is enhanced by the valves' ability to be installed in any orientation, without a designated direction of flow, making them suitable for open/close, changeover, or control applications. The valves are customizable for various piping configurations and are available in two-way and three-way options. They can be used for both mixing and diverting applications, eliminating the need for extra valves or specific part numbers.

2: Absolute Tightness

One of the standout features of Belimo butterfly valves is their ability to achieve absolute tightness, resulting in zero leakage no matter the size of the valve. This characteristic promotes energy conservation and operational cost savings, distinguishing our butterfly valves from traditional alternatives such as globe valves. By preventing leakage, we not only enhance system efficiency but also contribute to environmental sustainability.

3: Energy Saving Design

At Belimo, energy efficiency is a cornerstone of our design philosophy. Our butterfly valves are engineered to reduce energy consumption significantly, thanks to the synergy between the butterfly valves and their actuators, which have been co-engineered to optimize torque efficiency. As the valve ages and its torque requirements naturally increase, the actuator intelligently adjusts to the changing needs, ensuring that the valve operates efficiently and closes with precision.

4: Reduced Weight and Low Installation Height

Belimo's advanced butterfly valves are designed with a focus on reducing both weight and installation height, significantly easing the installation process and saving valuable time and resources. This is exemplified in our two-way advanced butterfly valve, which, at a size of six inches, weighs only 44 pounds and stands at 28 inches tall. In stark contrast, a conventional six-inch globe valve typically weighs in at 354 pounds with a height of 47 inches. In environments with limited space, such as mechanical rooms or commercial buildings, the compact design of our butterfly valves becomes an essential feature. This point applies equally to our three-way butterfly valves, ensuring that regardless of the application, our valves facilitate simpler, more cost-effective installation processes without compromising performance or durability.

5: Transparent Communication

Our advanced PR and PKR actuator series support a variety of communication protocols and offer simple configuration using the Belimo Assistant App on an NFC-enabled smartphone. Our valves can seamlessly integrate into existing building management systems, supporting a variety of protocols such as MP bus, Modbus RTU, and BACnet MS/TP.

6: Seamless Integration of Sensors

Belimo butterfly valves feature seamless sensor integration, simplifying system complexity by reducing cabling efforts and allowing for direct sensor-to-actuator connections. This not only saves considerable time during installation but also minimizes installation costs. With the inclusion of two sensor inputs on the PR and PKR series, the need for extensive wiring to the controller is eliminated, facilitating a more efficient setup.

7: High Operating Safety

Safety is paramount in our product design, with our actuators built to NEMA 4X standards, rated to withstand harsh environmental conditions, including UV radiation, rain and snow. Our valve bodies are made of ductile iron, designed to stand up well to higher temperatures and pressures. Our discs are made of stainless steel, which helps prevent corrosion. The integrated temperature and humidity sensors within the actuators further ensure the longevity and reliability, highlighting our commitment to quality and safety.

8: Fit for Reliable Control Tasks

Belimo butterfly valves excel in delivering precise and reliable control for a myriad of applications, thanks to their ability to produce either an equal percentage or linear flow characteristic. This versatility is key in providing exact control tailored to specific equipment and system requirements. The actuators are designed for ease of adjustment, utilizing the Belimo Assistant App, which can facilitate control characteristic changes, CV value changes, and more.

Belimo advanced butterfly valves, backed by a five-year warranty, represent our promise of durability and superior performance.

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