The ball valve seals were examined in strict compliance with DIN EN 1797 and ISO 21010, and clear conditions for safe use were defined during this process. This means that GEMÜ BB02, B22, B42 and B52 ball valves are suitable for the use of gaseous oxygen provided the operating temperature does not exceed 60°C and the maximum operating pressure is 30 bar. PTFE seals and O-rings made from fluorinated rubber (FKM) are used as the seal materials. GEMÜ customers can order the special "O" version of the ball valves for use with oxygen.
BAM emphasised the need for particular caution when handling oxygen. Because of this, all media wetted components in the ball valves for use with oxygen are carefully cleaned. Both the seal materials and the auxiliary materials such as lubricants and screw locking agents comply with the strict regulations.
With these ball valves, valve specialist GEMÜ can now offer another safe solution for handling oxygen. The result of the BAM examination confirms the quality and reliability, and demonstrates the company’s commitment to customer safety.
The GEMÜ Group develops and manufactures valves, measurement and control systems for liquids, vapours and gases. GEMÜ is a global market leader when it comes to solutions for sterile applications.
The globally focused, independent family-owned enterprise was founded in 1964. In 2011, Gert Müller took over as Managing Partner together with his cousin Stephan Müller, becoming the second generation to run the company. In 2023, the group of companies achieved a turnover of over 580 million euros and currently employs more than 2,500 people worldwide, including around 1,400 in Germany. Production takes place at eight locations: In addition to the two production sites in Germany, GEMÜ manufactures its products in Brazil, China, France, India, Switzerland and the USA. Worldwide sales are handled by 25 subsidiaries and coordinated from Germany. GEMÜ is active in more than 50 countries on all continents via a dense network of trading partners.
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