Fluid handling – Processes – Cleaning – repairing – or assembling
Patent
1998-06-24
1999-11-09
Walton, George L.
Fluid handling
Processes
Cleaning, repairing, or assembling
137240, 251214, 277512, 277516, F16J 1540, F16K 4100
Patent
active
059794836
ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is a valve assembly having a slidable valve stem that passes through a bushing enclosed in a bonnet. At least one circumferential stem seal seals the valve stem to the bushing. At least one passageway is provided through the bushing for injecting a fluid between the valve stem and the bushing to wash out deposits. A second optional passageway is also provided for injecting a lubricant around the valve stem.
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Brookes Anne E.
Fuerle Richard D.
Occidental Chemical Corporation
Walton George L.
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