Ethylene (C2H4) Shutdown System

About Ethylene

Ethylene is a plant hormone that differs from other plant hormones in being a gas. It is a simple asphyxiant and is very flammable.

Ethylene is used in the ripening of plants and produce in order to speed them to market. It is shipped in pressurized containers and tank cars.

Accidental Release of Ethylene

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

It is possible to prevent an accidental release of ethylene. 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)