ball valves

Advantages of Ball Valves in HVAC and Other Industrial Processes

Many applications rely on ball valves because of their simple design, which offers advantages, such as:

• Quick and efficient operations: Featuring a simple quarter-turn, ball valves are designed for fast, easy opening and closing of the valve. 
• Reliable, tight seal: Even if the valve remains nonoperational for a long time, it can deliver a leakproof seal for site safety. 
• Improved system efficiency: The ball’s hole is the same size as the pipe, creating an unrestricted flow with minimal turbulence and pressure drop. 
• Easy installation even in tight spaces: Ball valves' compactness makes them highly versatile, ensuring seamless setup on various media, including gas, oil and chemicals. 
• Long service life: Most ball valves are built from robust materials like stainless steel, brass and PVC, allowing them to withstand high temperatures and pressures with minimal wear.

Versatile Applications of Ball Valves in Various Industries 

Ball valves are primarily used for applications that rely on on-off control, including:

• HVAC systems: The quarter-turn design provides a reliable method for chilled and hot water systems, refrigerant lines, gas line shut-off and zone control.
• Oil and gas: When rapid and reliable control is crucial, ball valves deliver the safety and efficiency required in oil and gas operations' upstream, midstream and downstream processes.  
• Water and wastewater treatment: Ball valves allow smooth flow and pressure of water, wastewater and sludge in municipal supply and treatment plants.
• Chemical and pharmaceutical: The corrosion-resistant properties of ball valves make them vital for handling hazardous materials.

Choosing the Right Ball Valve for Your Project

Whether you need ball valves for plumbing or refrigerant lines, we can help. Explore our collection, including A-T ball valves and other designs tailored for different operations:

• Compression 
• Gas
• Hose 
• Long bonnet
• Pex
• Press 
• Threaded or sweat  

Why Trust Midwest Supply for Your Ball Valve Replacement Needs?

We are your go-to source of valves that deliver the power and efficiency you can rely on. Each product is carefully selected and sourced from top-rated manufacturers to ensure reliability and long-lasting performance.

Find the most suitable design for your project to enjoy wholesale prices and free shipping on orders over $999 to save you money. We also ensure you receive your orders quickly with our fast shipping options and excellent customer service. Our knowledgeable staff can provide expert recommendations, while our skilled technicians can assist in your HVAC maintenance and repair requests. Whether you’re a small contractor or an advanced DIYer, we’re ready to help you. 

Browse Our Ball Valve Collection Online

Select the right ball type for your next project and enjoy seamless online purchasing. Midwest Supply delivers the most reliable, cost-effective product selection to ensure safety and performance in every operation. You can also contact us for expert assistance.