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Ames Fire & Waterworks has engineered and developed a method that streamlines the process of backflow valve manufacturing and assembly that ensures a consistent quality. We specialize in the fabrication of stainless steel backflow preventers and other custom engineered products for the waterworks, fire protection and irrigation markets. The following steps outline our manufacturing and assembly process.
- Step 1-Cut the Pipe
- Pipe is cut to length to meet the requirement for specific models
- Step 2-Form the Pipe
- Pipe is cold formed in hydraulic press
- Step 3-Machine the Pipe
- Formed parts are CNC machined as necessary
- Step 4-Make a Housing
- Parts are welded by robot
- Step 5-Clean it up
- Valve body is shot blasted to remove welding residue and give the unit a matte finish
- Step 6-Assemble the Subcomponents
- Checks are assembled
- Relief valve is assembled
- Bypass is assembled
- Step 7-Final Assembly
- Body, checks and accessories are brought together
- Step 8-Test
- Valve has a hydro test, backpressure, check differentials and RV opening point
- After the valve passes test it is labeled with its unique serial number
- Step 9-Crate
- Unit is crated for delivery