Ringo Bronze Gate Valves
Uninterrupted Flow. Zero Leakage. Crafted from Bronze for Critical Systems.
At BronzeValve, we specialise in high-integrity solutions that go beyond the ordinary — and Ringo Bronze Gate Valves are a prime example. Engineered for severe service isolation, these valves deliver full bore, unobstructed flow while maintaining exceptional shut-off capability in the most demanding environments.
Manufactured under the Samson Controls Group, Ringo Valves are built to order, often for niche and high-risk sectors such as marine, energy, defence, and chemical processing. With the added corrosion resistance and mechanical stability of premium bronze alloys, these valves are trusted where others fail — from offshore platforms to industrial steam loops.
The Power of Bronze in Isolation Valves
Bronze is the material of choice in applications where standard carbon steel or stainless options simply don’t last. Used across the Ringo Gate Valve range, bronze offers:
- Excellent resistance to corrosion and seawater, especially in offshore and marine service
- Non-magnetic and non-sparking properties, ideal for ATEX environments or explosive atmospheres
- Long-term durability with minimal maintenance required, even in harsh temperature and pressure cycles
- High resistance to cavitation, erosion, and galvanic corrosion, especially when using Nickel Aluminium Bronze or Tin Bronze
Common bronze alloys used in Ringo gate valve construction include:
- Nickel Aluminium Bronze (ASTM B148 C95800) – perfect for aggressive saltwater or chemically active media
- Tin Bronze (RG5, RG10 equivalents) – often used in steam or hydrocarbon applications requiring wear resistance
- Manganese Bronze – valued for its strength and toughness in mechanical systems
Ringo Bronze Gate Valve Design Options
Solid Wedge Gate Valves
A robust, one-piece wedge design ideal for high-temperature and steam service. These bronze solid wedge valves maintain a tight seal even after extended periods of inactivity — essential for infrequently operated safety-critical systems.
Flexible Wedge Gate Valves
Designed to absorb thermal expansion or misalignment in the pipeline, flexible wedge valves are particularly suited to power plants, chemical loops, and multi-cycle processes.
Pressure Seal Gate Valves
Used in high-pressure, high-temperature applications, especially in power generation or refineries. The pressure seal bonnet system ensures a leak-proof joint under internal pressure, ideal for bronze valves operating at elevated temperatures.
Precision Manufacturing & Testing
All Ringo Bronze Gate Valves are manufactured under strict international standards such as API 600, ASME B16.34, and EN 1984. Key features include:
- Cast or forged bronze bodies, with full traceability and NDT testing
- Rising stem or non-rising stem options, depending on installation constraints
- Metal-seated designs for high-temperature use, or soft seats for improved sealing in specific applications
- Optional bonnet types, including bolted, welded, or pressure seal configurations
- Actuation-ready designs, available with gearbox, electric, or pneumatic actuators
Each valve undergoes comprehensive hydrostatic testing, seat leakage tests, and dimensional inspections, ensuring full compliance with industry and client-specific standards.
Application Case Studies
Naval Vessels & Subsea Systems – Ringo Nickel Aluminium Bronze gate valves supplied for fire main and bilge water isolation on military ships. Their long-lasting resistance to seawater ensures low maintenance and operational reliability in mission-critical areas.
Power Plants & Steam Infrastructure – Tin bronze solid wedge valves installed in auxiliary steam lines and high-temperature loops, delivering tight shut-off and cycle durability over long operational lifespans.
Hydrocarbon Processing Facilities – Flexible wedge gate valves manufactured in bronze used in chemical injection lines and hydrocarbon gas skids to prevent internal corrosion and maintain clean sealing surfaces.
Desalination & Water Treatment Plants – Bronze gate valves used for brine flow isolation, ensuring long-term service despite the abrasive and corrosive nature of the fluid.
Your UK Source for Ringo Bronze Gate Valves
At BronzeValve.co.uk, we’re more than just a valve supplier — we’re specialists in bronze valve solutions for the most challenging service conditions. We provide full application support, drawing on our expertise in Ringo and Samson-engineered valve technologies, and work closely with clients to configure gate valves that meet their performance and compliance needs.
Looking for a long-lasting isolation solution? Let us help you select the perfect Ringo Bronze Gate Valve — built to order, tested for excellence, and ready for service.