stanier (Mechanical) 4 Jun 06 21:34
I believe a tee and two valves are more reliable ad less expensive.
aticooper (Mechanical) 5 Jun 06 15:17
"Somany,
How were planning to actuate the valve?"
With Auma electronic actuators. Two valves will be fully open/closed. One valve will be used...
60" gate valves are in the $120k each price range. We'll need 3 for the present layout. I was thinking a 3-way would eliminate a tee and 1 valve. However, problems are more expensive especially if it is due to being irresponsible.
I'm designing an influent 60" diameter emergency force main that operates at 28 psi for a wastewater treatment plant. 40 psi is the specified operating pressure. It will tie in to a 60" section of an existing force main.
A 60X60 tee will be installed where the new line will be connected. The...