Pressure-independent control valves

Flow controllers with an integrated control valve have multiple functions integrated in a single product – a motorized control valve, flow limitation and fixed differential pressure controller.

With three functions combined in one valve body, it significantly saves on installation space.

They are used to achieve good control, independent of pressure variations in the system, and offer the opportunity to limit maximum flow in the system. The control valve is pressure-independent and has 100% authority.

In substations with more connected circuits, using a flow controller with integrated control valve enables perfect control of each individual circuit.

It is recommended to place the controller in the return, but it can be also installed in the flow.

Features and benefits

Eliminates pressure variations and provide optimum operating conditions with improved temperature control quality

Made for demanding systems, resistant to corrosion, cavitation and dirt

Connected system is protected against pressure surges, fluctuations, cavitation and noise

Differential pressure and flow controllers in district heating or cooling systems (variable flow)

Balance your network, save energy and improve end user comfort by hydronic balancing and control of district energy networks.

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Documents

Type	Name	Language	Valid for	Updated	Download	File type
Data sheet	AFQM 2	English	Multiple	06 May, 2018	1.3 MB	.pdf
Data sheet	AFQM, AFQM 6	English	Multiple	21 Feb, 2017	2.0 MB	.pdf
Data sheet	AHQM (DN 15-100)	English	Multiple	24 Aug, 2016	1.3 MB	.pdf
Data sheet	AVQM (PN 16)	English	Multiple	11 Feb, 2019	720.0 KB	.pdf
Data sheet	AVQM (PN 25)	English	Multiple	11 Feb, 2019	1.0 MB	.pdf
Data sheet	AVQM-WE, AVQMT-WE	English	Austria	10 May, 2018	2.8 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Improved temperature control and hydronic balance for your benefit	English	Multiple	03 Dec, 2014	612.8 KB	.pdf
Brochure	Modern heating technology for housing associations	English	Multiple	06 Jul, 2016	4.4 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Modern heating technology for housing associations	English	United Kingdom	21 Feb, 2017	12.0 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Save energy with efficient and safe steam distribution	English	Multiple	11 Jul, 2016	1.2 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Specifying the right district heating substation makes commercial sense	English	Multiple	04 Mar, 2015	2.4 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Take lead on your project with an efficient system concept	English	Multiple	15 Sep, 2014	7.6 MB	.pdf
Brochure	Track down and solve any hydronic imbalance with self acting controls	English	Multiple	29 Mar, 2015	14.7 MB	.pdf

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Application guide

District heating application guide

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FAQ

Can I limit a max flow with a differential pressure regulator?

Yes you can. Open the control valve fully and set the max flow by adjusting the differential pressure. You can also calculate the appropriate differential pressure, but you need to know the exact capacity of the control valve.

We design an installation and need lengths of valves from a project specification.

We produce valves with a standard length. You can also find the measures in our datasheet or download 2D and 3D CAD drawing models from our product presentations. Please go to our product catalog where you will find links to documentation and drawings - follow the below link.

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