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butterfly Valves

The cost-efficient solution for large nominal diameters and bulk materials.

Reliable shut-off valves from DN25 to DN600.

The principle: Simple, robust and flow-optimized

Butterfly valves regulate flow in pipelines via a rotating disc. A 90° turn is sufficient to fully open or securely shut off the flow path. Their compact, space-saving design – available in wafer or lug type – makes them a robust and cost-efficient solution, particularly for large pipe diameters.

Actuation types and configurations

For a well-informed selection, here is an overview of the key actuation and material options.

Manual operation

  • Hand lever: Enables quick opening/closing with up to 10 lock positions for clear position indication.

  • Gearbox with handwheel: Allows manual operation of high-torque valves via worm gear transmission.

Pneumatic actuation

  • Double-acting: Compressed air is used for both opening and closing.

  • Single-acting: Compressed air opens/closes in one direction, reset via spring force (fail-safe). Ideal for hazardous areas.

Electric actuation

  • Ideal for remote operation and frequent actuation cycles in automated systems. Features manual override and visual position indication.

Materials & Certifications

  • Housing: stainless steel, gray cast iron (GG-25), ductile iron (GGG-40), aluminum.

  • Valve discs: ductile iron, stainless steel, PTFE-coated.

  • Sleeves (seals): FKM, NBR, EPDM, PTFE.

  • Approvals: Many models are certified for special applications (e.g. DVGW-GAS, DVGW-Wasser, TA-Luft).

Applications & compatible media

  • Thanks to their versatility, our butterfly valves are successfully used across a wide range of industries and media.

Typical industries

  • Water and wastewater treatment

  • Chemical and pharmaceutical industry

  • Power plant technology and energy industry

  • Steel industry and mining

  • Food industry

  • Swimming pool and shipbuilding

Compatible media

Hand-operated butterfly valve with flange connection (LUG type), with DVGW certification for drinking water.
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  • Water (drinking water, wastewater, seawater)

  • Gases and air

  • Oils and fats

  • Fuels

  • Bulk materials such as plastics, powders or food

The right butterfly valve for your application

  • Whether it's a standard application or specific requirements regarding materials and actuation – we’ll guide you to the right solution. Just give us a brief description of your project – we’ll take care of the rest.

Precise butterfly valves for maximum safety in industrial applications

– ideal for liquids and gases.

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Hand-operated butterfly valve with lever or gearbox, wafer or LUG type connection.

Manually operated butterfly valves

  • Nominal diameters: DN25 to DN600

  • Operation: hand lever or gear with handwheel

  • Case: stainless steel, cast iron (GG/GGG), aluminum

  • Approvals: DVGW-GAS, DVGW-Wasser, TA-Luft

Butterfly valve with double-acting or single-acting pneumatic actuator.

Pneumatically operated butterfly valves

  • Nominal diameters: DN40 to DN300

  • Drive type: single or double acting

  • Case: stainless steel, cast iron (GG/GGG), aluminum

  • Suitability: Also suitable for Ex areas

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Electrically operated butterfly valves

  • Nominal diameters: DN50 to DN100

  • Medium pressure: Up to 16 bar

  • Features: Manual override & optical position indicator

  • Use: Ideal for remote control and automated systems

Wear part? We provide the replacement.

The fastest way to identify the correct component

is by providing the type designation of your valve. Alternatively, a clearly legible photo of the nameplate is also helpful. We’ll promptly take care of the appropriate solution.

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