Orbit Valves

Orbit Valves specializes in rising stem ball valves renowned for high integrity and long service life in arduous process conditions. The unique tilt-and-turn design reduces seal rubbing, making the valves a proven technology for high-temperature duties and critical isolation in molecular sieve switching services. Stock is available today in sizes from 2 to 12 inches, ANSI Class 150 to 900, with T3, T5 and T7 trims and H and H8 seat options.

The company's heritage dates to 1912, when Alfred Heggem founded The Oilwell Improvements Company of Tulsa, and to the 1935 patent of his ball valve seating principle, considered the forerunner of all ball valves today. The ORBIT Low-E range incorporates sealing elements certified to ISO 15848 Tightness Class AH and API Standard 622, delivering benchmark fugitive emissions performance through graphite-based technology. Sales and distribution centers in McMurray, Pennsylvania and Stafford, Texas support customers through Energy Products Company.