Kennedy Valve Series 7000 Resilient Wedge Gate Valves meet or exceed the requirements of AWWA standard C515, and are UL-262/FM-1120/1130, ULC - Underwriters’ of Canada as KS-RW 4” and larger and KS-FW 3” and down, and NSF Certified. Available in either non-rising stem (NRS) or outside screw & yoke (OS&Y). NRS style is available with post plate for adaptation with an indicator post. They are cast of ductile iron. OS&Y gate valves enjoy 3 to 10 times less friction loss than comparable UL-FM butterfly valves. OS&Y gate valves also offer a superior means to avoid water hammer upon closing the valve.
Additional end conditions beyond those depicted are available - please contact knv.sales@mcwane.com
Watch: Tamper Switch Prep for OS&Ys (without factory notch or groove)