What is Ball Valves?
A ball valve is one of the simplest yet most effective flow control devices used in pipelines today. At its heart is a perfectly round ball with a hole drilled through the center. When the hole lines up with the pipeline, fluid flows freely. With just a quarter-turn of the handle or actuator, the ball rotates, blocking the passage and stopping the flow instantly.
This clever design makes ball valves incredibly popular across industries — from water supply and chemical processing to oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, food, and even household plumbing. They are known for their tight shut-off, fast operation, low pressure drop, and durability. Unlike other valves that may require multiple turns or complex mechanisms, a ball valve delivers precision control with minimal effort.
Whether it’s handling high-pressure steam, corrosive chemicals, gases, or clean drinking water, ball valves are trusted because they combine simplicity, strength, and versatility in one compact device.
In the world of valves, the ball valve stands out for its elegant simplicity, rugged reliability, and versatility across countless industrial applications. At RK Engineering, we see a ball valve not merely as a cut-off device, but as a vital control point — a small sphere with big responsibilities.
Here at RK Engineering, our mission is to pair that mechanical elegance with manufacturing rigor: to deliver ball valves that perform under extreme conditions, yet are easy to specify, install, and maintain. Below is a breakdown of the main types of ball valves we design and supply — helping you choose the form that fits your function.
