High-Pressure Valve Replacement in Power Plant (540°C / 1500 LB)

1. Project Background

The client is a thermal power plant operating a superheated steam system at 540°C and Class 1500 LB pressure, originally equipped with KSB valves.

2. Challenges

• Extreme pressure and temperature conditions

• High failure risk under long-term operation

• Expensive maintenance and spare parts

• Long lead time

3. Our Solution

Procetek provided a high-pressure Penta-offset butterfly valve:

• Designed for 540°C / 1500 LB conditions 

• High-strength materials and sealing design

• Full compatibility with existing system

4. Scope of Supply

• High-pressure Penta-offset butterfly valve

• Replacement for original KSB valve

• Procetek Model: D665Y-1500LB 8”

Equivalent / Reference Model Mapping

Original Model	Procetek Replacement
KSB 8” 1500LB	D665Y-1500LB 8”

5. Implementation

• On-site inspection

• Pre-tested delivery

• Installation during shutdown

• System commissioning

6. Results

• Improved reliability under extreme conditions

• Reduced maintenance cost

• Stable long-term operation

7. Why It Worked

• Engineering capability for ultra-high pressure systems

• Proven severe service valve design

8. Conclusion

Reliable valve performance can be achieved in ultra-high pressure steam systems with optimized replacement solutions.

9. Call to Action

Contact us for high-pressure steam system valve solutions.