Metal Fixed Valve Tray Product Description

The Metal Fixed Valve Tray combines the high capacity of valve trays with the robustness of sieve trays. Instead of loose valve units, the deck is punched and formed into permanent raised valves—round, rectangular, or directional—that direct vapor horizontally into the liquid. This design creates intense, uniform froth and excellent mass transfer while completely eliminating moving parts, which can stick, pop, or break. It is the go-to choice for fouling, erosive, or high-pressure services in refining, petrochemical, and chemical distillation, absorption, and stripping columns.

Product Highlights

• High Capacity & Efficiency: Optimized fixed valve geometry delivers 10–20% higher capacity than conventional sieve trays, with comparable or better tray efficiency.
• Zero Moving Parts – Absolute Reliability: No valves to stick, wear, or break, ensuring consistent performance and minimal turnaround maintenance.
• Excellent Anti-Fouling: Smooth, crevice‑free valve profiles prevent solids, tars, and polymers from accumulating—ideal for coker, slurry, and heavy residue services.
• Low Pressure Drop: Fixed openings provide a lower dry pressure drop than many floating valve designs, reducing column energy consumption.
• Robust All‑Metal Construction: Available in 304/316L stainless steel, carbon steel, and higher alloys, withstanding temperatures up to 450°C and corrosive environments.
• Cost‑Effective: Simpler to manufacture and install than floating valve trays, often offering lower initial cost with equivalent or superior process performance.