Check Valves Repair, Safety, Control, Gate, Parallel Slide and Globe Valves, Discs and Wedges Maintenance and Reconditioning

Model FL - Suitable for valves with flat Seats ø 50 - 300 mm (2” - 12”)

In the world of industrial valves, regular maintenance and reconditioning are crucial to ensure the proper functioning of valves. Over time, the seats of valves can become worn or damaged, resulting in leaks that can cause safety hazards or expensive downtime. The Model FL machine is a midrange portable machine designed for maintenance and reconditioning of gate, parallel slide, globe, check, safety, and control valves, discs, and wedges.

The Model FL machine is designed to work with valves with flat seats, with a diameter of 50 - 300 mm (2” - 12”). The machine is equipped with individually driven grinding heads that provide perfectly flat seats, ensuring an absolutely flat sealing surface. The machine operates using an air drive unit that operates at 6 - 7 bar, and it has a variable grinding speed on all drive units. The machine comes with a mounting plate for grinding discs and wedges and is supplied with a rough, medium, and fine grinding discs.

The Model FL machine comes with a heavy-duty carrying/storage case that stores the complete machine and all necessary accessories. Self-adhesive grinding discs are supplied with the machine for quick attachment to the grinding heads. These discs are available in 40 to 1000 grit. The machine also has optional extras such as an electric drive unit, extended grinding heads, very thin section driving heads, grinding heads for angled seats, and diamond grinding discs.

grinding globe valves

The Model FL machine provides several benefits that make it an excellent choice for maintenance and reconditioning of valves. First, the individually driven grinding heads provide perfectly flat seats, ensuring an absolutely flat sealing surface. This flat surface helps prevent leaks and ensures proper valve function. Additionally, the variable grinding speed on all drive units allows for flexibility in the grinding process, making it easier to customise the machine for specific valve types or applications.

The self-adhesive grinding discs that come with the machine are easy to attach to the grinding heads, making the grinding process quick and efficient. The availability of a wide range of grits allows for flexibility in the grinding process, making it possible to achieve the desired finish. The heavy-duty carrying/storage case and the compact design of the machine make it easy to transport and store. Finally, the optional extras such as the electric drive unit, extended grinding heads, very thin section driving heads, grinding heads for angled seats, and diamond grinding discs provide additional flexibility and customisation to the machine.

Accessories available for the Model FL

FL-Gear Kit 065-200mm (2 1/2”-8”)
I FL-Gear Kit 065-300mm (2 1/2”-12”)
Drillpress adaptor FL
Chamfering 3° kit FL 65-300mm (2 1/2"-12") in case
Chamfering 3° kit FL 65-200mm (2 1/2"-8") in case
Conical segment kit with Larslap FL jaw chuck 50-300mm (2”-12”) in case
Electric drive kit FL 220V
Electric drive kit FL 110V
Pneumatic drive kit FL
Extended holder FL 690mm
Extended holder FL 900mm
Grinding disc kit FL
Driving head o-ring 65mm (2 1/2”)
80mm (3”)
100mm ( 4”)
125mm (5”)
150mm (6”)
175mm (7")
200mm (8”)
225mm (9")
250mm (10”)
300mm (12”)
Grinding head o-ring (kit of five pcs) 28mm
35mm
40mm
50mm
70mm
Driving head Gear 65mm (2 1/2”)
80mm (3”)
100mm ( 4”)
125mm (5”)
150mm (6”)
175mm (7")
200mm (8”)
225mm (9")
250mm (10”)
300mm (12”)
Grinding head Gear (kit of five pcs) 28mm
35mm
40mm
50mm
70mm

Possible valve grinding range for model FL

A: 50 - 300 mm (2” - 12”)
B: 39 mm (1.56”) min
C: 100 mm (4”) min
600 mm (24”) standard
1000 mm (60”) max (option)
D: 80 - 357 mm (3,20” - 14,8”)
L: 570 mm (22,8”) min
Carrying case: 760 x 560 x 280mm (30.4” x 22.4” x 11.2”)
Total weight: 39 kg (87.8 lb)

grinding range for model fl

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