What is the difference between wafer and lug type butterfly valves?

Wafer type butterfly valves are installed between pipe flanges, while lug type butterfly valves have threaded inserts that allow bolting to the flanges and can also be used in dead-end service when the design permits.

What size range do your butterfly valves cover?

Our butterfly valves are available from DN 50 to DN 1200 (2 to 48 inches), with pressure ratings from PN 10 to Class 300, depending on the valve design and configuration.

Do you offer PTFE lined butterfly valves?

Yes, Glando Valves & Strainers offers PTFE lined butterfly valves for applications involving corrosive or chemically aggressive media, subject to application requirements.

What standards are used for butterfly valves?

Butterfly valves can be manufactured and tested in accordance with applicable standards including API 609, BS EN 593, MSS SP-67, API 598 and EN 12266, depending on the selected valve design.

Can butterfly valves be automated?

Yes, butterfly valves can be supplied with manual lever or gearbox operation as well as pneumatic or electric actuation, depending on the application and configuration.

Who can buy butterfly valves from Glando Valves & Strainers?

Butterfly valves can be supplied for industrial plants, EPC projects, process industries, water treatment systems, chemical applications, HVAC systems and other industrial piping requirements.

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Butterfly Valve Manufacturer

Glando Valves and Strainers is a leading butterfly valve manufacturer based in Ahmedabad, India, offering reliable solutions for industrial flow control. As a specialized Wafer Type and Lug Type Butterfly Valve Manufacturer, our range includes Wafer, Lug, Double Flange, Double Offset, and PTFE Lined Butterfly Valves—engineered with quality materials for long service life.

Our valves are manufactured to comply with API 609 and BS EN 593 standards, available in multiple sizes, materials, and pressure ratings, including pneumatic butterfly valve options. Trusted across water treatment, chemical, oil & gas, HVAC, and food processing industries, Glando Valves is also a recognized butterfly valve exporter from India.

What is a Butterfly Valve?

A butterfly valve is a quarter-turn rotational valve used to isolate, regulate, or control flow in a pipeline. It features a circular disc mounted on a shaft—rotating the disc parallel to the flow opens the valve, while rotating it perpendicular closes the passage. Butterfly valves are a popular choice for buyers seeking a compact, lightweight, and cost-effective valve with quick operation across water, gas, air, chemical, and industrial process applications. Their space-saving design makes them especially well-suited for larger-diameter pipelines where installation convenience is a priority.