Understanding Floating Ball ValvesA floating ball valve is a type of quarter-turn valve that controls fluid flow through a spherical ball. The ball is mounted on a stem and rotates to open or close the valve. When the ball's port is aligned with the flow path, the valve is open, allowing fluid to pa

Understanding API 6D StandardsWhat is API 6D?API 6D, formally known as the Specification for Pipeline Valves, is a comprehensive standard developed by the American Petroleum Institute. It outlines the design, manufacturing, testing, and documentation requirements for ball valves and other types of v