Chlorine (Cl2) Emergency Shutdown System

About Chlorine

Chlorine is a greenish yellow gas with a sharp irritating odor at standard temperature and pressure. Exposure to Chlorine can cause eye, skin, throat and lung irritation. In sufficient quantities, it can burn the lungs and result in death.

Chlorine is used in the manufacture of bleach, pharmaceuticals and for water purification. It is shipped in 150# cylinders, ton containers, both having 660 type valves, and in pressurized tank cars with angle plug valves.

Preventing an Accidental Release of Chlorine

Quickly stopping the flow of chlorine in the event of an accidental release is crucial.

Powell Emergency Valve Closure Systems are designed to prevent significant releases of hazardous gases like chlorine. In the case of an accidental release, the chlorine emergency shutdown system will close the container valve within seconds, effectively preventing further release regardless of where the leak occurs.

It is possible to prevent an accidental release of chlorine. Contact us today to discuss your specific application requirements.

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Shutdown Systems for Various Container Sizes

Powell is the only manufacturer to offer both pneumatic or electric systems for both small to large container sizes.

For 150 lb Cylinders and Ton Containers
Electric		Pneumatic
E-Pro® Emergency Valve Closure System		MaxPro RA™ Emergency Valve Closure System
For Large Containers Ranging from 20-Ton Bullet Tanks to 90-Ton Railcars
Pneumatic
For Plug Type Angle Valves
UniPro™ Standard	UniPro™ R (Reversible)	UniPro™ LT (Low Torque)	UniPro™ LTR (Low Torque Reversible)
For Ball Type Angle Valves
UniPro™ QT ( Quarter Turn)