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Smith Flow Control Easi-Drive valve actuator for emergency operation in a power failure

11 January 2010

Powered by an electric generator, the Easi-Drive portable valve actuator from Smith Flow Control provides wastewater treatment plants with emergency operation of valves until power is restored

The Easi-Drive portable valve actuator can open or close electric actuated valves during a power failure to protect against overflows. The operator can use the Easi-Drive portable valve actuator to make the required valve movements until power is restored.
 

Fully portable, lightweight and adaptable, the Easi-Drive valve actuator from Smith Flow Control is available in electric, pneumatic and battery powered modes and is suitable for all hazardous areas. The Easi-Drive includes a variable output torque adjustment and is available in various sizes of maximum output from 350 to 8,500 foot pounds.
 

 

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