An isolation valve is a mechanical device, used to open and shut the flow of fluid via pipeline. A valve is classified as an isolation valve solely due to its desired function/role to isolate the flow of fluid in a process pipe loop. This type of valve is generally used for maintenance and safety purposes in industries such as oil & gas, water & wastewater, and chemical & petrochemicals. In order to select a valve for isolation of flow of fluid, following criteria need to be taken into consideration: operating pressure and temperature range, shut-off (classification and direction), process conditions, flow capacity, pipe connections, manual or automated, required service life, industry standards, system performance, and total cost of ownership.
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isolation valves market is projected to grow at a healthy rate over the next five years to reach an estimated value of US$ 38.6 billion in 2025.
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