Kelso’s bottom outlet valves offer performance and reliability as ‘best available technology’ designed to withstand the harsh commodities and environments in rail tank car transportation. Kelso’s two BOV models - the steel ball and the ceramic ball design - are approved for Field Service Trial under AAR M1002. For more information on Kelso products please email our sales office or call 903-583-9200.

Features and benefits:

• TFM seat material provides higher temperature ranges, or
• PTFE seat provides universal compatibility with most commodities
• Ceramic wiper keeps the ball clear of debris and build-up
• Ceramic ball provides better sustainability, function and variable services
• Ceramic ball is much stronger than stainless and is corrosion- and temperature-resistant with no expansion or contraction
• Easy to use with only a quarter-turn required to fully open or close
• Self-adjusting stem seal keeps constant pressure on packing
• Handle design meets the new AAR Handle Requirement
• Low profile design fits standard tank car saddles
• Available for both jacketed and non-jacketed rail tank cars