Intatec has launched the Okay Sort Ball Valve, which it calls an installer-focused evolution of the standard valve designed for all insulated pipework. 

Okay Sort replaces the uncovered lever discovered on normal setups with a set seal, operated utilizing an Inta adjustment key or a normal 6mm Allen key, enabling the ball valve to be totally insulated with out affecting its operation. To function the valve, customers can take away the protecting cap, use the important thing (offered individually) to open or shut the valve, and exchange the cap.  

By eradicating the exterior lever, Intatec says it has made it simpler than ever to completely insulate across the valve physique. Installers have to depart the colored cap accessible by way of the insulation, defending the system whereas retaining full performance. 

The valve is out there in compression sizes from 15 to 35mm, with crimson and blue caps provided as normal. 

Darran Bougourd, Managing Director at Intatec, mentioned: “The Okay Sort Ball Valve has been designed with installers in thoughts. We’ve listened to suggestions about conventional lever ball valves getting in the way in which of insulation and servicing. With the Okay Sort, all the things an installer wants for warmth pump installations is now out there from Inta – serving to initiatives run effectively and safely.” 

Okay Sort contains a stable brass building, with ISO threads, a PN25 stress ranking, and a working temperature vary from -10°C to 90°C. A mud cowl can also be provided to maintain the adjuster protected when not in use. 

The corporate says the design makes the Okay Sort anti-vandal, anti-tamper, and child-proof – suited to use throughout estates, public buildings, and different settings the place safety and security are paramount.