DONKIN

GATE VALVE
SOLUTIONS

AVK INNOVATION, QUALITY, EXPERIENCE

AVK and donkin

renowned worldwide

Manufacturing gas valves since 1847

As suppliers of the Donkin range of gas valves worldwide, AVK UK Ltd is part of the globally renowned
AVK group based in over 80 countries. AVK is recognised around the world as a leading innovator and
manufacturer of high quality valves and fittings for the gas, water, waste water and fire fighting industries.
The home of the famous Donkin brand of gas valves (which became part of the AVK group in 1997)
is today located in our state-of-the-art factory in Chesterfield in the UK. Building on more than 150
years of experience in gas valves, we continue to keep customer feedback, local market knowledge,
component quality and now environmental considerations at the forefront of our design process.
Our product specialists carry out the design and development in our UK offices supported by AVK
group technical and engineering resources based in our modern technology centre in Denmark. Our
products comply with and exceed the highest standards of safety and durability. Our products are
Kitemark approved to GIS standards for the UK market and our extensive range also includes products
which comply with international standards such as BS, EN, ISO CEN, DIN, ASA and many more.
Although renowned for our broad product offer, our customers are not just buying products from us; they
are buying our expertise our ability to work with them to identify the best solution for their unique needs.

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Introducing our new and extensive range of gate valves to suit any application

In line with our commitment to deliver increased value to our customers, AVK and Donkin are the first
manufacturers to introduce a comprehensive and innovative range of gas gate valves addressing the need to:

Offer a range of alternative product solutions so the most cost effective option can be used on each
application.
Reduce the number of flanged joints thereby reducing the risk of potential leak paths.
Improve efficiency and reduce time spent on installing valves.
Reduce the number of sub-components used in valve installation and thereby the need to hold multiple
product stocks.
Improve the corrosion protection options for buried service applications in a variety of environments.
This brochure is designed to present the variety of options now available in AVK and Donkins
range of gas gate valves so our customers can take informed decisions when selecting the
most suitable product for the required application. Each product is designed, manufactured and
individually tested to deliver long lasting solutions for our customers.

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MATERIALS OF
CONSTRUCTION
QUALITY IS
ESSENTIAL

Main Valve Body and Bonnet.

The primary AVK Donkin product is a Series 555 gate valve. The body and bonnet of this
model are available in three materials.
Steel ASTM A216 WBC / BS EN 10213-2
GP240GH
Steel construction is usually chosen to suit the
higher pressure rating or strength requirements
of the application. On applications such as
a bridge crossing, steel construction should
be considered where the connecting pipes
are steel. Generally when steel pipelines are
laid the valve material should be of an equal
strength to the material of the pipe. Steel
pipelines and valves normally have some
type of cathodic protection when buried.

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Ductile Iron EN 1563 Grade 450-10

Ductile iron construction is usually chosen
to suit the superior ductility requirements
of the application. On applications such
as underground pipe-work where ground
movement can be an issue, the superior ductility
of the material can accommodate the higher
stresses. Careful consideration should be
given to corrosion protection when burying
ductile iron due to the material characteristics.

Cast Iron EN 1561-Grade GJL 250

Cast Iron construction is the most commonly
used material on gate valves. It can be
successfully used in most applications
when careful consideration is given to pipe
stresses. Careful consideration should also be
given to corrosion protection when burying
cast iron due to the material characteristics.

Valve component options

There are many options available for the components used
in the valve construction depending on which application the
product is being used for. Selecting the correct component
materials for the application is important to ensure a long,
trouble free working life for the valves used.
Spindle
The standard spindle material is carbon steel.
If the application involves the use of corrosive
gasses or if the valves are to be buried in
aggressive soil conditions then Grade 303
stainless steel should be considered. All AVK
spindles are manufactured with rolled threads
to guarantee smooth running and maximum
strength.

Fastenings
The valve fastenings are primarily used to connect
the valve body and bonnet and are available in
two options. Grade 8.8 black bolts to BS EN
ISO 898 Part 1 are standard with an option of
marine grade stainless steel Grade A4 to BS EN
ISO 3506. On burying a valve, consideration
must be given to the selection of bolt fastenings
material and adequate corrosion protection.

O-rings
All seals are available in two rubber materials to
accommodate different mediums. For natural
gas, Nitrile EN682 Grade G is used as standard
whereas when used for manufactured gas,
methane or more aggressive mediums then the
seals can be changed to Viton. Normally a gas
analysis should be considered against the o-ring
material properties table to check the suitability
of the seal material for the medium in the pipeline.

O-rings and fasteners

used in the
manufacturing process.
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Double Block
and Bleed
SAFETY BUILT IN

Double block and bleed is an essential safety feature

requirement on most valve applications. This safety feature
was originally achieved with the use of three separate valves
where the space between the upstream and downstream
valves was vented through a third valve. The Donkin Series
555 range of gate valves has incorporated the double block
and bleed facility in one valve.
The Series 555 valve has full double block and
bleed facility. This is achieved with independent
o-ring seals on the upstream and downstream
sides of the door, a cavity all around the door
and a vent from the cavity, between the seals.
When maintenance is being carried out
downstream of a double block and bleed valve, the
engineer can work in confidence in the knowledge
that the medium is isolated and cannot leak past
the valve when it is closed and properly vented.

Traditional
block and bleed
arrangement.

Vent plug with cross

drilled holes.

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Vent Plug
The Series 555 vent plug is designed specifically
with a cross drilled hole to allow safe removal
when the block and bleed feature is used. After
closure of the valve, the plug can be undone
one and a half turns allowing the pressure in
the cavity to be safely vented through the cross
drilled hole. The plug can then be fully removed
for an extended vent to be fitted. The sealing of
the valve can also be tested when in-line using
a pressure gauge. Once the cavity is vented the
pressure in the cavity will remain at zero if the
valve is closed and 100% sealed.
Image showing soft seal and
bleed point on a Series 555
double block and bleed valve.

Series 555 valve on double

block and bleed test at Donkin
manufacturing facility in Chesterfield.

Valve Testing
Every gas valve is tested prior to leaving our
facility. On a standard through bore test the
force of the pressure on the upstream of the
valve can assist the sealing of the downstream
seat. To ensure the valves are tested to be
bubble tight, regardless of the line pressure,
AVK test the door seals at both high pressure
(1.1 times the maximum working pressure) and
at low pressure (6mbar) in each direction. This
ensures the independence and leak tightness of
each seat. The block and bleed port is tested
at the same time to ensure no leakage over the
upstream seat in either direction. With the door
in the open position, each valve is also tested to
2.25 times the MOP for GIS/V7-1 or 1.5 times
the MOP on non V7-1 valves. This is done to
ensure the integrity of the valve body and shell.

Single Block Option

In applications where there is no requirement
for double block and bleed AVK can offer a
single block valve which is different in design to
the Series 555 range. Instead of having both
upstream and downstream seals, the single
block valve relies on a metal door encapsulated
in a double bonded, rubber coating which seals
onto the full circumference of the valve bore.
AVK can offer both flanged end (Series 06) and
PE tailed versions (Series 36) of the single block
valve both of which come coated with yellow
fusion bonded epoxy coating.

In compliance with EN12266-1 (cross

referenced in GIS/V7-1) all the Series 555
valves are shell tested prior to any final
coating.
Cross section of the door on a single block valve
showing the double bonded rubber coating found in
the Series 06 and Series 36..

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VALVE CONNECTIONS
a VALVE TO SUIT ANY
APPLICATION

The AVK and Donkin gate valves can be offered with several
connection options to accommodate the application.

Donkin Series 555

Ductile Iron valve
with PE tails.

PE Tails
The gate valve is available with PE Tails. The
ability to fuse a valve directly into line offers a
number of advantages when a valve is required in
a PE underground pipeline. The benefits include:
No flanged joints below ground eliminating a
potential leak path;
Reduction on installation time;
Fewer parts needed normally results in a
lower unit cost;
Less complex shape aids corrosion protection;
PE pipe tails can be supplied in a number
of options including PE80, PE100, peelable
pipe, alternative SDR (wall thicknesses)
and extra long tails according to the
application and customer requirements.

Series 555
cast iron valve with
PN16 flanges.

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Flanged End
Several flange specification options are available.
Our most common supply is PN16 to BS EN
1092 and ASA 150 to ANSI B16.5, BS10:2009
Table D and others table drilling are available
on request.
Note : The flange rating may not be the same as
the MOP of the valve.

Assembly of the Series

555 with PE tails.

Weld Ends
When the valve is required in a steel pipeline for
high pressure application, the Series 555S can
be welded directly into line for higher integrity.
The weld preparation must be confirmed to
accommodate the schedule of the pipe.

Series 555 steel valve

with weld ends.

Series 158 used on live

connection.

Studded Ends
On construction valves a studded flange option is
standard, this product is only available in PN16
flange specification. The Series 158 valve has
extra long studs to accommodate PE stub flanges.

Series 158
under pressure drilling
valve with long studs.
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Corrosion Coating
Options

AVKs gate valve range offers a number of coating options.

The application and environment in which the valve is to be
installed should determine which corrosion protection coating
is selected and applied, either before or after installation.

Red Zinc Phosphate Primed Coating

If the end user intends to overcoat the
valve to a specific specification, such
as when the valve is installed as part of a
pressure reduction station, then the valve
can be supplied with just a primer coating.

The coating process at the Donkin

facility in Chesterfield, England.

Right: The Series 555

valves with the standard
red zinc phosphate primed coating.
Far right: Series 158 valves
with blue transit
coating. Blue indicates that
the material is cast iron.
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Blue Transit Coating

(Series 555 and 555PE Cast Iron Valves)
The blue transit coating is offered on cast iron
gate valves with the option of flanged or PE tails.
This sprayed coating is applied on top of the zinc
phosphate primer. It is designed to protect the
valves during handling storage and installation
and should not be considered a suitable
corrosion protection for buried applications.

Black finish indicates that

the material is ductile iron.

Black High Build Twin Pack Epoxy

(Series 555D Ductile Valves)
The Donkin black twin pack epoxy coating is
applied by spraying over the primed valves to
provide a matt finish coating that is available
either in 150m or 300m dry film thickness
depending on customer requirements. Although
this is a robust coating, AVK still recommend
that the further corrosion protection may be
necessary dependant upon the valve application.

Series 555D ductile

iron flanged valve.

Grey finish indicates that

the material is steel.

Grey Chlorinated Rubber Micaceous Iron

Oxide Coating (Series 555S Steel Valves)
Donkin steel gate valves firstly receive a coating
of zinc phosphate primer followed by the top
coat of chlorinated rubber micaceous iron oxide
which is spray applied after final pressure testing.
The total dry film thickness of this coating is
75m and is recommended as a transit coating
similar to that offered on the cast iron valves.
Steel pipelines and valves normally have some
type of cathodic protection when buried.

Series 555 large

diameter steel valve.
.
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Corrosion Coating
Options
ultimate protection

AVK offers a range of factory applied corrosion protection

coatings capable of protecting the valves in buried
applications. Ranging from fusion bonded epoxy to
polyurethane, suitable for extreme conditions. All of these
coatings negate the need for further protection when
buried. Care must be taken on installation as damage
to any coating can effect its ability to protect the valve.

PUR (Polyurethane) Coating Option (Series

555PE and 36/90 PE Tailed Valves
The ultimate corrosion protection system to
avoid galvanic corrosion is to keep the valves
completely shielded from any contact with the
surrounding soil. AVK can offer PE tailed
valves with a fully encapsulating PUR coating
with a minimum thickness of 1.5mm. Every
PUR coated valve is holiday tested with an
output voltage of 20,000v and with an approval
criterion of zero pinholes. This is the coating
most suitable for extreme environments.

PUR coating.

Right and far right :

AVK valves during the
epoxy coating process.

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Blue Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coating

(Series 555 and 555PE Cast Iron Valves)
AVK offers the Series 555 flanged and PE tailed
valves with the option of marine grade stainless
steel fasteners and spray applied fusion bonded
epoxy coating to 250m minimum thickness.
This holiday free coating gives the product
excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
AVK recommend that this coating is suitable for
buried conditions with no further protection as
long as it is not damaged.

Above and right: Series 06

single block valves.
.
Below: Quality control.
Testing the coating thickness.

Yellow Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coating

When the application does not require double
block and bleed, AVK can offer a single block
valve. This option is fusion bonded epoxy coated,
both internally and externally according to DIN
Standard 30677-2 and to a minimum dry film
thickness of 250m. This holiday free coating
is suitable for buried applications without further
corrosion protection as long as it is not damaged.

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FULL TRACEABILITY
in every step

Traceability is essential on valves and other key components

in a gas system. Each gate valve has a unique serial
number allocated after successful production testing. This
gives complete traceability to the raw materials in the
key components along with the manufacturing details.
Keeping clear records of the serial number and location of
valves assists rapid identification of a component should
the need arise. The process in our factory includes:
Valve door, body and bonnet marking
Each door, body and bonnet has a raised cast
number identifying the foundry, typically a four
digit number, followed by five further numbers
and letters which identify the date of the
casting. This identification can be traced back
to a test bar on the day of casting which records
the details of the alloy content. The same
number is recorded against the unique serial
number of the valve when allocated after testing.

Permanent marking and attached

aluminium tag with unique
serial number.

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Fasteners
Each batch of fasteners are supplied with 3.1
test certificates and a unique material certificate
number from the manufacturer who must
hold a valid ISO 9001 certificate registered
with a leading European accreditation body.
A quantity of bolts according to ISO 2859-1 (BS
6001) are then preload tested for a 72 hour
period allowing zero defects to accept the batch.
The unique material certificate number
is written on every box (typical content
100) and this number is then recorded
against the unique valve serial number.
This process ensures complete traceability
throughout the whole manufacturing process.

Cast iron Series 555 valves being prepared for despatch. Note : Each valve has installation and maintenance instructions attached.

Individual valve testing

On successfully passing the production test each
valve is then allocated a unique serial number.
The serial number is permanently hard stamped
on the connecting flanges or on the body-bonnet
flange if the valve has PE tails. An aluminium
tag with the same number is also attached
to the valve and is designed to allow the end
user to remove and attach to the surface box
of the valve access system for easy reading.
AVK strongly recommend that this
same number is recorded on the valve
installation records.

Records
AVK record and retain all of the traceable
information for each valve. This includes
materials, components and test data of each
individual valve from the casting date of a
component through to the successful testing of
the valve. This information is kept in electronic
form to enable rapid and accurate access should
the need arise. Finally, when each valve is
despatched, the unique numbers are recorded
against the date of despatch and the customer
giving full traceability from raw material to
customer warehouse. As stated already, on
installation adding the unique valve number and
location to the site records completes the chain.

Right : Data recording process.

Far right : Raised cast number
identifying foundry of origin.
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Quality Valves
for Vital Systems

Donkin and AVK have been manufacturing products in

our UK plants for many decades to supply to the UK and
worldwide gas industries. We are proud to say that quality
is in built into our products, from the initial design and right
through the manufacturing process.

All our products are rigorously type tested to ensure compliance with Gas Industry
Standards, and are 100% checked before despatch to our customers. Our quality is not only
paramount in our products but also in our staff and the way we deal with our customers.
The Donkin brand has been successfully associated with the gas industry for over 150 years.
For the UK market our gate valves are all approved to Gas Industry Standards (GIS) and are
certified by the BSI Kitemark scheme. Valves for other markets are tested and approved to relevant
international standards.
AVKs quality assurance system is third party certified according to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 for
environmental management. We also operate and are certified to OHSAS 18001 the international
standard for occupational health and safety.

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - ISO 14001:2004

QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM - ISO 9001:2008

This is to certify that:

This is to certify that:

AVK UK Limited

AVK UK Limited

Holds Certificate No: EMS 77367

and operates an Environmental Management System which complies with the requirements of ISO 14001:2004 for the
following scope:

Holds Certificate No: FS 32794

and operates a Quality Management System which complies with the requirements of ISO 9001:2008 for the following
scope:

Northampton Office
8 Rushmills
Northampton
NN4 7YB
United Kingdom

Northampton Office
8 Rushmills
Northampton
NN4 7YB
United Kingdom

The marketing, sales and distribution of valves and fittings for water, sewage, fire
fighting and gas industries.

The marketing, sales and distribution of valves and fittings for water, sewage, fire
fighting and gas industries.

For and on behalf of BSI:

For and on behalf of BSI:

Managing Director, BSI EMEA

Managing Director, BSI EMEA

Originally registered: 14/08/2003

Latest Issue: 10/12/2009

Expiry Date: 24/01/2013

Originally registered: 20/11/1995

Latest Issue: 10/12/2009

This certificate was issued electronically and remains the property of BSI and is bound by the conditions of contract.
An electronic certificate can be authenticated online.
Printed copies can be validated at www.bsigroup.com/ClientDirectory
The British Standards Institution is incorporated by Royal Charter.
BSI (UK) Headquarters: P.O. Box 9000, Milton Keynes MK14 6WT. Tel: 0845 080 9000

Top : Donkin manufacturing facility

in Chesterfield.
Middle : Pressure testing rig.
Bottom : Component inspection
and testing process.
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Expiry Date: 24/01/2013

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This certificate was issued electronically and remains the property of BSI and is bound by the conditions of contract.
An electronic certificate can be authenticated online.
Printed copies can be validated at www.bsigroup.com/ClientDirectory
The British Standards Institution is incorporated by Royal Charter.
BSI (UK) Headquarters: P.O. Box 9000, Milton Keynes MK14 6WT. Tel: 0845 080 9000

in house Design
experience and
knowledge

The Valve Design Process

Donkins product design and innovation is carried out at our
facility in Chesterfield and employs the most modern design
techniques to ensure the value engineered quality solution is
always used.
Starting with the three-dimensional CAD system
the designs are developed against the strict
requirements of the specification. Using the
power of modern computerised technology,
when the design reaches the final draft stage
it is checked with a finite element analysis to
ensure stresses and strains within the assembly
are within acceptable limits. When required, the
flow characteristics can also be analysed with
a fluid dynamic simulation. When the design
is to be cast, a melt flow analysis will be run
to ensure the casting process gives uniform
properties and defect free castings. Prototype
samples of castings are then X-rayed for defects.

All these processes are followed each time a

new design or significant change to a design
is introduced. Castings are X-rayed from every
foundry if our supply chain is changed at any time.
The valve will then go through the full type test
which often requires test to destruction. This
test finally proves the theoretical strength and
properties of a design according to the
specification and the Pressure Equipment
Directive. Donkin tests often exceed
the requirements of the specification
ensuring we fully understand the limits
of the designs prior to any production run.

Above Top : Examples of 3D drawings

Above middle : Finite element analysis.
Above Lower : Casting cooling simulation.
Right : Further examples of 3D drawings.

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gate valve solutions for gas

Series 555/300
Donkin Cast Iron 555
DN80 300mm.
PN7
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 555/103 & 303

Donkin Steel 555S
DN50 300mm.
PN7/19
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 555/301 & 302

Donkin Ductile Iron 555D
DN80 300mm.
PN7/10
GIS V7: Part 1

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Fusion Bonded Epoxy
with S/S Fasteners
Handwheel
Gearbox

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Handwheel
Gearbox

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Handwheel
Gearbox

Series 555/163
Donkin Steel 555S
DN50 300mm.
PN50
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 555/370
Donkin Cast Iron 555PE
DN90 315mm.
PN4/7
GIS V7: Part 1, GIS/PL3

Series 555/371
Donkin Ductile Iron 555PE
DN50 300mm.
PN7/10
GIS V7: Part 1, GIS Pt3

Options:
S/S Spindle
Alternative Weld Prep
Handwheel
Gearbox

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
PE 100 Ends
Fusion Bonded Epoxy
with S/S Fasteners

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Fusion Bonded Epoxy
with S/S Fasteners

Series 555/301M
Donkin Cast Iron 555M
DN80 300mm.
PN7
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 555/100
Donkin Cast Iron 555
DN350 600mm.
PN2
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 555/101
Donkin Ductile Iron 555D
DN400 600mm.
PN7
GIS V7: Part 1

Options:
Fusion Bonded Epoxy
with S/S Fasteners
Handwheel
Actuator
Gearbox

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Handwheel
Gearbox

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Handwheel
Gearbox

Series 555/103
Donkin Steel 555S
DN400 600mm.
PN7
GIS V7: Part 1

Series 06/70
AVK Ductile Iron 06/70
DN40 600mm.
PN10/16
EN 13774

Series 36/90/170
AVK Ductile Iron 36/90
DN65 300mm.
PN10
EN 13774

Options:
Viton Seals
S/S Spindle
Handwheel
Gearbox

Options:
Stem Cap
Handwheel
Extension Spindle

Options:
Stem Cap
E xtension Spindle
PUR Coating for corrosive
Ground 36/90/185

Series 38/90
AVK Ductile Iron 38/90
DN50 200mm.
PN10
EN 13774

Series 158/04
Donkin Cast Iron 158
DN80 300mm.
PN7
GIS V7: Part 1

Options:
Stem Cap
Handwheel
Extension Spindle

Options:
Falsecap
Handwheel

Series 777
Donkin Fabricated
Steel 777
DN750 1200mm.
PN2/4
EN 12266

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Options:
Stem Cap
Handwheel

accessories for gas valves

Retrofit Position Indicator

The Donkin position indicator has been specifically
designed for use with the Series 555 range of valves
and is available for sizes up to DN300mm. It can
be used on valves above or below ground and can
be retrofitted to valves already installed if required.

Tee Keys
AVK can supply a range of Tee Keys with either a
25mm or 28mm square drive, in various lengths to
suit customer needs.

False cap (stem cap)

If a valve is used underground it is advisable to fit this
with a false cap on the top of the spindle so that the
termination is consistent no matter what the size of the
valve. This allows all sizes of valve to be operated with
the same Tee Key. Donkin has two options available :
28mm square drive and 25mm square drive.

Hand-wheels
Donkin has a full range of hand wheels available for
use with our gate valves when used for above
ground applications. These vary in diameter to suit
the size of the valve and are permanently attached
with a fixing screw into the top of the valve spindle.

555 Valve Access System Adaptors

The Donkin access system adaptor is a simple and
cost effective device that allows the end user to
provide easy access to the valve spindle from the
surface. The device is an adaptor manufactured
from recycled plastic that fits over the valve spindle
and allows the end user to fit off-cuts of PE pipe to
provide the down pipe (either 90mm or 125mm). This
is a major cost saving for the end user as it recycles
PE pipe ends that would otherwise be scrapped.

Anti Tamper Device

The Donkin anti tamper device has been designed
for use with the Series 555 range of valves and
is available for sizes up to DN200mm. It has
been developed for circumstances where gate valves
are fitted in any areas that are accessible to the
public such as ring mains in apartment blocks.
This device can be fitted to the valve spindle and
allows the valve to be easily closed in an emergency
but not reopened without the use of a Tee Key.

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gate valve selection guide

corrosion, integrity, connections
Option

Variations

Standard Coatings

Corrosion Protection

Fusion Bonded Epoxy

Polyurethane

Application

Suitable for some above

ground applications.
Below ground will require
secondary corrosion
protection.

Suitable for below ground

applications with care taken
during installation.

Excellent in aggressive soils

and highly corrosive
environments.
For use with PE tailed valves.

Double Block and

Bleed

Suitable for all applications.

Single Block

Can be considered for service

isolation, temporary bypass,
construction valves (158/04).

Product Code

Series 555 : Types 100, 101,

103, 163, 300, 301, 301M, 302,
303, 370, 371
Series 158/04 and 777

Series 555 : Type 300 , 301M

and 370
Series 06/70, 36/90/170 &
185, 38/90 and 158/04

Series 555/370 and 371

Series 36/90 /185

Series 555 : Types 100, 101,

102, 300, 301, 301M, 302,
303, 370 and 371.
Series 777.

Integrity

Flanged

Suitable for all applications.

Series 06/70, 36/90/170 & 185,

38/90 and 158/04

Series 555 : Types 100, 101,

102, 163, 300, 301, 301M, 302,
and 303.
Series 158/04 and 777

PE Tails

Can be used in all

underground applications in
PE pipelines except hot taps.

Series 555 : 370 and 371.

Series 36/90/170 and 185,
Series 38/90

Connections
Studded

Weld End

Easy to fit to other flanges.

Primarily used on
construction valves.

Fully integral part of steel

main.
Used on high pressure mains.

Series 158/04

Series 555/163

This guide has been designed to give an overview of the extensive valve options available for the many different applications.
Valve suitability will be confirmed by our sales office during the quotation process or at the point of ordering.
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gate valve selection guide

materials & accessories
Option

Application

Variations

Cast Iron Body

Ductile Iron Body

Product Code

Suitable for use on cast iron,

ductile iron and PE mains.

Series 555 : Types 100, 300,

301M and 370

Pipe stresses should be kept to

a minimum.

Suitable for use on cast iron,

ductile iron and PE mains.

Series 158/04

Series 555 : Types 101, 301 and

302
Series 06/70, 36/90/170 and
185,

Can be used on steel mains with

care.

Series 38/90

Suitable for use on all metallic

and PE mains.

Materials
Steel Body

Series 555 : Types 103,

Recommended that steel valves

are always used on steel
pipelines.

163 and 303

Nitrile rubber for use on natural

gas and LPG. Viton for more
corrosive gases such as biogas
and town gas.

Rubber Seals

Both nitrile and viton are

available on all Series 555
products.

Standard grade 8.8 black.

A4 stainless steel for more
corrosive environments.

Fasteners

Single block valves A2 stainless

steel with option of A4.

Handwheel/Falsecap

Position Indicator

All products have the option of

A4 stainless steel bolts if
requested.

Option available on all valves .

Plastic retrofit indicator for

Series 555 range up to DN300.
Above DN300 indicator must be
ordered with valve.

Valve Access System

Available for all the Series 555

range except weld end valves.

Anti Tamper Device

Series 555 valves up to DN

200mm.

Actuator or Gearbox

Available on all products on

request.

Extension Spindle

Fixed or telescopic extension

spindle available dependant
upon valve type.

Accessories

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Additional products
in the donkin range
Series 85-30
PE Clear Bore Service
Isolation Valve
DN32 - 90, PN10
PE100
GIS/V7 Part 2
Note : Full installation kit
available for 32 & 63mm
valves

Series 455 & 455LD

Donkin Ball Valve
DN 3/4/1/2, PN 7
Ductile Iron
GIS/V4, GISE1
GIS/PL3

Series 450
Donkin Ball Valve
DN40-150, PN7
Ductile Iron Body
Stainless Steel Ball
BS5159, EN 12266

Series 451
Donkin Service
Isolation Valve
DN3/4-2/25-63
PN4/7
Ductile Iron Body
Stainless Steel
GIS/V4, GIS/PL3

Series 460/02
Donkin Steel
Ball Valve
DN20-50, PN7
Carbon Steel Body
Stainless Steel Ball
BS 5150

Series 310
Donkin Flow
Limitor Range
5 different variants - refer
to datasheets
for further information.

Series 216
Donkin Meter Box Adaptor.
DN20-32, PN 4
GIS/PL3

Series 217
Donkin Factory Entry Elbow
DN40 x 1 to
DN180 x 6
GIS/PL3

Series 218
Donkin Below Ground Entry
Fitting
DN25 x to
DN180 x 6
GIS/PL3

Series 257/31
Donkin Universal Tee
DN100-300
Ductile Iron
GIS/LC8 Part 4

Series 202/31
Donkin Multiple
Band Repair Clamp
DN80-1200, PN2/7
Stainless Steel
GIS/LC8 Part 4

Series 248/32
Donkin Universal
End Cap
DN80-300, PN2
Ductile Iron
GIS/F13

Series 39

Series 214/31
Donkin Fabricated
Flowstop Tee
DN350-600mm, PN7
Mild Steel

Series 215/31
Donkin Stainless
Steel Tee
DN90-1200, PN2/7
Stainless Steel
GIS/LC8 Part4

Donkin PE100
Flange Adaptor
DN63-400
PN16 or ASA flanges
GIS/PL3

Contact our gas sales office on +44 (0) 1246 479100 for more information on the Donkin
product range or visit our website www.avkuk.co.uk
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AWARD
WINNING
CARBON
MANAGEMENT

Carbon Emissions Management Policy

The AVK UK Carbon Emissions Management
Policy monitors, manages, reviews and reduces
carbon emissions across AVK UK. Taking a
significant initial step forward in understanding
its carbon emissions, AVK UK is preparing for
a carbon-restricted future. We are aware of
and responding to the increasing importance
that both UK and international governments are
attaching to reducing carbon emissions over the
next few years.
Annual Greenhouse Gas Report
AVK UK Group have produced an Annual
Greenhouse Gas Report following DEFRA 2011
guidelines. It is anticipated that producing carbon
emissions reports may become mandatory.
Princes Mayday Network
AVK UK is part of The Princes Mayday Network,
formed by HRH The Prince of Wales, which is
a network of forward thinking businesses, that
have made a pledge to take action on climate
change.

CLEEAR Standard
The CLEEAR Standard (CarbonLow Emissions
Evaluation and Reduction) from CarbonLow
- approved by the Environment Agency as a
Carbon Trust Standard equivalent - is awarded
to companies adhering to ISO14064-1 and the
Greenhouse Gas Protocol to monitor and reduce
carbon emissions. All companies in the AVK UK
Group have achieved this standard.
Derbyshires Best Business Awards 2012
Environmental Category
With a high calibre of entries from a range of
companies it was AVK Company, Bryan Donkin
Valves Ltd who picked up the Environment Award
sponsored and judged by Toyota Manufacturing
(UK) Ltd. AVK and Bryan Donkin Valves
continue to use the Carbon Disclosure Project
to benchmark against other environmentally
aware companies and use the results to identify
areas in which improvements could be made.

Images: Donkin heat exchange unit.

Derbyshires Best Award.
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Tel.: +44 (0) 1246 479100

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