Storm Valves

Storm valves are mainly found on ships sanitary systems having a ship side exit.
A Storm valve has two functions, isolation and non-return.  Generally consisting of a hand operated or actuated on/off valve and a swing check valve. 
 Storm valves allow outflow over the ships side while preventing sea water entering the system during heavy seas.
  • A check valve placed at the end of soil or scupper pipes discharging through the ship side near the waterline.
  • It allows the water to discharge overboard but prevents seawater from backing up the pipe.storm valve in ship

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