DuraDrive VBB/VBS Series Ball Valves and Actuators Business Vision

DuraDrive, ball valve and actuator assemblies for baseboard heating, fan coil units, VAV re-heat, and unit ventilators Contents: PopTop convenience Maximum simplicity A high level of control for your applications Consistent high level of performance More energy savings Appendix

PopTop Convenience

PopTopTM Convenience – Easy to Install Clearance 1 inch One-handed removal or engagement of the actuator to the valve body Push lever to release No tools or linkages required Only 1” clearance needed to remove actuator Manual Override Release lever The PopTop allows installers to remove the actuator from the valve with one hand in seconds. No screws to hassle with…..just a release lever. Only 1” of clearance to the top of the actuator is necessary to remove or install the actuator. Now, valves can be shipped straight to a mechanical for assembly into piping packages, while the actuators are wired up on site. When the piping arrives, just snap the actuator to the valve. For wholesalers, valves and actuators can be stocked separately and easily combined to create the desired combinations on the spot. The number of SKUs and amount of inventory is much less than stocking many combinations of assemblies, increasing inventory turns. Since the valves and actuators were designed as a system, torque requirements for the actuators were minimized resulting in a small, compact actuator.

Maximum simplicity

Oversize Wrench Flats – Easy to Install Contractor friendly Keep threads and flats from deforming Stands up to abuse in the field VBB/VBS One aggravation for anyone who has used a wrench to tighten a connection to a pipe is when you aren’t able to get a good grip with the wrench. The wrench slips off, or because you need to try to grip the valve so hard you actually deform the flats or threads of the valve. VBB/VBS valves were designed with extra large wrench flats to make installation easier – and less aggravating. Competitor

Designed as an assembly – interchangeable valves and actuators 2-Way ½” and ¾” Non-spring Return Floating or Proportional Stainless Steel Ball & Stem (VBS) Chrome Plated Brass Ball w/SS Stem (VBB) Spring Return Floating or Proportional Normally Open or Normally Closed 3-Way ½” and ¾” The VBB/VBS Series of ball valves and actuators has been designed with a “system” approach; i.e. the valves and actuators were designed at the same time specifically for use as an assembly. The result is optimal performance and unique features. The VBB/VBS family addresses applications requiring ½” or ¾” valves, which represent approximately ¾ of ball valve applications. Schneider Electric’s Vx-2000 Series of ball valves is available for applications requiring valves >3/4” The VBB/VBS valves and actuators are completely interchangeable, assuring compatibility. Chrome Plated Brass Ball w/SS Stem (VBB) Stainless Steel Ball Valve & Stem (VBS) Spring Return On/Off (2 Position) Normally Open or Normally Closed

Field Configurable Input Signal Options Configure proportional actuators at point of sale or in the field No special, expensive programming tools required Choice of 0-10 Vdc, 0-5 Vdc, 5-10 Vdc or 4-20 mA Direct Acting or Reverse Acting Greater flexibility, less inventory, fewer sku’s When proportional control is required, there are a variety of input signal ranges that could be used. Proportional actuators for the VBB/VBS Series can have the desired input signal selected and either direct or reverse acting in the field using internal jumper connections. Being able to chose the control signal, only one part number is necessary, so SKUs and inventory are minimized. (Left picture is for a proportional NSR actuator; right picture is for proportional SR actuator). Jumpers

A high level of control for your applications The VBB/VBS Series of ball valves and actuators has been designed with a “system” approach; i.e. the valves and actuators were designed at the same time specifically for use as an assembly. The result is optimal performance and unique features. The VBB/VBS family addresses applications requiring ½” or ¾” valves, which represent approximately ¾ of ball valve applications. Schneider Electric’s Vx-2000 Series of ball valves is available for applications requiring valves >3/4” The VBB/VBS valves and actuators are completely interchangeable, assuring compatibility.

300:1 Rangeability = Better Control Rangeability is a design characteristic of a valve defined as the ratio of the maximum controllable flow to the minimum controllable flow. For a given valve size, the higher the rangeability, the better because the valve can control a smaller flow rate.

Better Control 300:1 Rangeability Better control at low flow Greater control of temperature More stable system Low flow conditions are important for efficient system operation and comfort. Rangeability is a characteristic of the valve that indicates how well the valve is able to control flow in this critical situation. The greater the Rangeability, the better the control at low flow. Rangeability of ball valves tends to be very high – over 200:1 The desired state is “equal percentage” flow curve. Flow through the valve offsets the heat transfer of the coil so the net effect is a linear relationship. Example: Maximum controllable flow through valve = 100 gallons/min (gpm) - Minimum controllable flow through valve = 2 gallons/min (gpm) Rangeability = 100/2 = 50/1

Consistent high level of performance

Exploded View – VBB/VBS Design Less torque required to move ball allows use of smaller actuators Unique, patented design PTFE seals allow for lower friction and higher temperature resistance. With the addition of wave springs, the PTFE seals continually adjust for wear and contamination. Most ball valve manufacturers utilize PTFE seals and anti-blow out (resistant) stems. Our spring design allows the seals and ball to float, resulting in lower and more consistent torque requirements. This allows us to achieve ANSI IV leakage while utilizing a lower torque (smaller footprint) actuator.

Reliability Assured 100% inspected AND water tested under pressure Fewer call-backs Trouble-free performance High quality is paramount. Schneider Electric VBB/VBS valves are not only 100% inspected, but also 100% tested with water under pressure. That’s why you can be assured of trouble free performance with VBB/VBS ball valves. Other manufacturers may inspect, but not all water test.

More energy savings

Valve leakage, why is it important? If you don’t control at close-off, you don’t have control. Maximum leakage shown per ANSI specification. ANSI 2 ANSI 3 ANSI 4 *MAX Leakage for 4.5 Cv valve, 3 psi Pressure Drop in 15 minutes

DuraDrive ball valves with ANSI IV rating ANSI IV rated both A and B ports for 3 –way valves When the valve is closed, the desire is that no water should flow through the valve. But under pressure, some water can get through. The ANSI rating tells us the maximum amount of leakage that could occur. Unintended flow through the valve wastes energy being circulated through the system, and adding heat or cooling an area when it shouldn’t. A change in ANSI ratings between III and IV is a factor of 10 in leakage at close-off.

Product Range

Ball Valve Product Range Valve and actuator designed together as a system for optimal performance 2-Way Ball Valve Assemblies ½" ¾" 1" 1¼" 1½" 2" 2½" 3" VBB2Nx VB-2213-x 75% of applications are ½” to ¾” Our Schneider Electric offer is shown. 3-Way Ball Valve Assemblies ½" ¾" 1" 1¼" 1½" 2" VBB3Nx VB-2313-x

DuraDrive VBB/VBS Part Numbering Assembly Part number as easy as adding a “ ” It’s convenience. The PopTop allows you to remove the actuator from the valve with one hand in seconds. No screws to hassle with…..just a release button. Actuators and valves can be ordered separately, or as an assembly. Now, valves can be shipped straight to a mechanical for assembly into piping packages, while the actuators are wired up on site. When the piping arrives, just snap the actuator to the valve. Valve Body Actuator Complete Assembly

Valve Body Part Number Scheme Example: VBB3N02 – ½” 3-way 1.0 Cv brass ball and stem

Actuator Part Number Scheme M1 versus M2 M1 Floating and proportional M2 2-Position All other part number field characters share common designations Spring return Wiring

Actuator Part Number Scheme – M1 Example: M113A00 – Proportional Normally Open SR w/ Terminal Block

Actuator Part Number Scheme – M2 Example: M210A12 – 2-Position 24V Normally Open 18” lead w/ Aux Switch

Appendix

DuraDrive Ball Valve Assembly Literature F-27395 Selection Guide F-27681 Sales Brochure F-27392 Installation Instructions Two-Position Actuator F-27393 Installation Instructions Floating Actuator F-27394 Installation Instructions Proportional Actuator Literature available via i-Portal and Pub Zone.

Competitive Comparison This comparison is typical for a variety of popular ball valve suppliers. On a number of specifications, and range of offer these valves are comparable. VBB/VBS Series valves and actuators are different in ways that add value to wholesalers, contractors and end users.