Gate Valve Lockout Devices

Gate Valves are a commonly used type of valve to control fluids. A gate valve, also known as a sluice valve, is a valve that opens by lifting a round or rectangular gate/wedge out of the path of the fluid. The distinct feature of a gate valve is the sealing surfaces between the gate and seats are planar, so gate valves are often used when a straight-line flow of fluid and minimum restriction is desired. The gate faces can form a wedge shape or they can be parallel. Typical gate valves should never be used for regulating flow, unless they are specifically designed for that purpose.

Typical Gate Valve Example

During Lockout/Tagout, it is important to isolate fluid energy sources using gate valves to comply with OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.147. DEenergize has the following available gate valve Lockout Devices:

• Gate Valve Lockout Device for Small Valves (PSL-V2A)
• Gate Valve Lockout Device for Medium Valves (PSL-V6A)
• Gate Valve Lockout Device for Large Valves (PSL-V9)
• Gate Valve Lockout Device for Extra Large Valves (PSL-V13)

Typical Ball Valve Lockout Device shown below.

Typical Gate Valve Lockout Device