Easy mounting

Smith Flow Control (SFC) has
introduced its ISO-pattern IML
intermediate lock with universal
mounting. The IML lock uses an
operating key to lock the actuator in
an open or closed position so that the
valve cannot turn, no matter what. No
custom brackets are required; any
valve or actuator with ISO standard
mountings is compatible with the
IML lock.

In normal operations, actuated
valves respond to process commands
in a pre-determined way. But during
maintenance, the command
architecture may need to be stopped.

Ensuring that the valves are set in
their failsafe position enables work to
be done safely. The IML intermediate
lock is available as a key-operated
system from the control room or as a
standalone lock-out system.