Safety Valve

We are one of the earliest manufacturers of safety valves in China and a pioneer in the safety valve industry. With over 40 years of proud experience, we have maintained an exceptional record of zero reportable health and safety incidents. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of safety valves, such as spring-loaded, pilot-operated, and lined valves, among others.

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About Safety Valve

A safety valve, also known as a pressure relief valve (PRV) or safety relief valve, is a critical safety device installed on pressurized equipment such as pressure vessels, pipelines, boilers, and similar systems. Its primary function is to provide overpressure protection. When the internal pressure of the medium (e.g., gas, liquid, or steam) within the protected equipment exceeds a preset value, the valve automatically opens to discharge the excess medium, preventing further pressure buildup. Once the pressure drops below the preset value, the valve closes automatically, ensuring the system resumes safe and normal operation.

Types of Safety Valve

The preset pressure of a safety valve is typically set by an adjustable spring (spring-loaded design) or regulated by a pilot valve (pilot-operated design). These two primary categories are:

  1. Spring-Loaded Safety Valve
    • Conventional Spring-Loaded: Uses spring force directly to counteract system pressure. Susceptible to backpressure effects.
    • Balanced Spring-Loaded: Incorporates a bellows or piston to isolate backpressure, ensuring consistent set pressure accuracy.
  2. Pilot-Operated Safety Valve
    • Relies on system pressure to control the main valve via a pilot mechanism.
    • Ideal for high-pressure systems or applications requiring minimal pressure override.

When to Use a Safety Valve

API Standard 521/ISO 23251 Section 4 outlines detailed guidelines for identifying overpressure scenarios. The most common causes include:

  • Blocked Discharge: Downstream flow obstruction (e.g., valve closure, pipe blockage).
  • External Fire Exposure (“Fire Case”): Heat from external flames causing rapid fluid expansion.
  • Thermal Expansion: Pressure buildup due to temperature rise in isolated liquid-filled systems.
  • Uncontrolled Chemical Reaction: Exothermic reactions generating excessive heat or gas.
  • Heat Exchanger Tube Rupture: Cross-contamination between high- and low-pressure streams.
  • Cooling System Failure: Loss of cooling capacity in reactors or condensers.

Protect Your Systems with Premium Safety Valves

We deliver cutting-edge safety valves meticulously engineered to prevent dangerous overpressure scenarios and ensure uninterrupted operation in a wide array of industries. Our state-of-the-art solutions, crafted from durable materials and backed by rigorous testing, are designed to excel under extreme conditions—ranging from high-temperature processes to highly corrosive environments. With robust, reliable performance at their core, these valves provide peace of mind, minimize the risk of costly downtime, and safeguard both your personnel and critical equipment. Whether you operate a chemical processing plant, an oil refinery, or a power generation facility, our expert team is committed to customizing solutions that meet your specific needs. Ready to optimize your operations? Contact us today for a free quote or to learn more about our comprehensive valve solutions.

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Our Products

Spring-Loaded Pressure Relief Valves

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Spring-Loaded Pressure Relief Valves

Pilot-Operated Pressure Relief Valves

Luofu pilot-operated pressure relief valves deliver advanced, reliable, and efficient solutions for overpressure protection.

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Pilot-Operated Pressure Relief Valves

Changeover Valve

The Changeover Valve is an independently developed product by our company, designed based on the structure of similar overseas products and tailored to meet domestic service conditions. (Patent No.: ZL 2011 2 0434286.6)

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Changeover Valve

Small-Orifice Pressure Relief Valves

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Small-Orifice Pressure Relief Valves

High-Performance Steam-Service Pressure Relief Valves

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High-Performance Steam-Service Pressure Relief Valves

Pressure Relief Valves with Jacket

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Pressure Relief Valves with Jacket

Lined Pressure Relief Valves

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Lined Pressure Relief Valves

Ensure Safe Operations with High-Performance Safety Valves

We engineer state-of-the-art safety valves to protect your systems from hazardous overpressure conditions and maintain continuous productivity. Whether you operate industrial pipelines, petrochemical facilities, or power generation plants, our advanced designs and premium materials deliver dependable performance—even in the toughest environments. Built with a keen focus on quality, safety, and compliance, our valves minimize downtime, reduce maintenance expenses, and safeguard valuable equipment from unexpected pressure spikes. Ready to secure your operations? Contact us today for a free quote or to learn more about our comprehensive valve solutions.

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Reportable Health and Safety Incidents

40+

Years of Industry Expertise

1,000+

(Sets) Production and Inspection Equipment

100,000+

(Sets) Pressure Relief Valves Produced Annually

Reviews

As a petrochemical product manufacturer, CNOOC Oil & Gas (Taizhou) Petrochemical Co., Ltd. is committed to ensuring the continuity and stability of production and operation of each unit. In order to ensure the annual production target, under the correct leadership of our company's leaders, all staff have carefully organized and worked hard. The company's production work is being carried out in an orderly manner according to the plan, and the four major controls are fully controllable. Your company made outstanding contributions to us in the supply in the fourth quarter of 2017, which reflects the good strategic partnership between your company and CNOOC Oil & Gas (Taizhou) Petrochemical Co., Ltd. Here, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the leaders and relevant staff of your company for their strong support.

<p>CNOOC Oil & Gas (Taizhou) Petrochemical Co., Ltd.</p>
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CNOOC Oil & Gas (Taizhou) Petrochemical Co., Ltd.

Luofu is trustworthy in terms of product quality, price, delivery time and after-sales service.

<p>PetroChina Guangxi Petrochemical Company</p>
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PetroChina Guangxi Petrochemical Company

Our company is the EPC contractor of 476 system unit safety valves for the ZhongKe (Guangdong) Refinery & Petrochemical Company limited Refining and Chemical Integration Project. We use the safety valve products of Luofu Valve Group Co., Ltd. After quality inspection, they are stable and run well.

<p>Sinopec Luoyang Engineering Co., Ltd.</p>
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Sinopec Luoyang Engineering Co., Ltd.

Thank you Luofu Valve for your cooperation all the time! You have given us all-round support in safety valve technology selection and pre-sales service.

<p>Moon Environment Technology Co., Ltd.</p>
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Moon Environment Technology Co., Ltd.

As an OEM supplier, your company always puts product quality and innovation at the top of the enterprise development, which is impressive. The Safety Valve and Changeover Valve Lockable Combination used on our company's compressors are of reliable quality and timely delivery!

<p>ShenGu Group</p>
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ShenGu Group

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LUOFU VALVE GROUP., LTD

Address: Dong’ou Industrial Zone, Oubei Town, Yongjia County, Zhejiang Province, China

Zip Code: 325105

Office Hour: 9:00 – 18:00 Beijing Time, Mon-Fri

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