Rotating Gate Valve Lockout is one of the most effective tools for preventing accidental activation of gate valves during maintenance, inspection, and repair operations. Designed to immobilize the valve handwheel in the OFF position, this device ensures that hazardous energy sources remain safely isolated. With a durable construction, multiple size options, and compatibility with up to four padlocks, a rotating gate valve lockout provides essential protection in industrial environments where fluid, gas, steam, or chemical flow must be controlled.
What Is a Rotating Gate Valve Lockout?
A rotating gate valve lockout is a specialized safety device that encloses the handwheel of a gate valve to prevent it from being turned. The device typically consists of two articulated parts or separate components that lock together over the valve wheel. Once secured with padlocks, it blocks all movement, making unintentional valve operation impossible.
This type of lockout offers enhanced visibility and clear identification thanks to its bright safety coloration, making it immediately noticeable during shutdown procedures.
Product Specifications and Technical Details
This rotating gate valve lockout includes industry-relevant specifications designed for high-performance safety applications:
- Each Weight: 45 g
- SKU: HL100
- EAN: 3597560052299
- HS Commodity Code: 85389099
- Composition: 2 articulated parts, 2 separate parts
- Number of Padlocks Supported: 1, 2, 3, or 4
- Padlock Hole Diameters (Ø Hole): 6 mm, 8 mm, 9 mm
- Inner Diameters (Ø Inner): 70 mm, 130 mm, 170 mm, 257 mm, 355 mm
- Height Options: 38 mm, 44 mm, 50 mm, 63 mm, 74 mm
- Manufacturer: CATU SAS (Subsidiary of the SICAME Group)
- Country of Origin: France
These multiple sizes accommodate a wide variety of gate valve handwheels commonly found in industrial settings.
How a Rotating Gate Valve Lockout Works
- Select the correct size based on the handwheel diameter.
- Place the lockout device over the valve handle so it fully encloses the wheel.
- Rotate the outer cover to lock it into place.
- Insert padlocks through the designated holes to secure the mechanism.
Once locked, the device prevents the valve wheel from being turned, ensuring complete isolation of hazardous energy.
Advantages of Using a Rotating Gate Valve Lockout
1. Universal Fit for Multiple Valve Sizes
With several available inner diameters, this lockout fits handwheels ranging from small utility valves to large industrial gate valves.
2. Multi-Padlock Capability for Group LOTO
The device supports up to four padlocks, making it ideal for team-based maintenance operations.
3. Durable and Lightweight Construction
At only 45 grams, it is easy to transport and apply while still offering strong resistance against impacts, weather, and corrosive industrial conditions.
4. Enhanced Visibility for Increased Safety
Its bright coloration ensures that workers immediately recognize that the valve is locked and should not be adjusted.
5. Protection Against Accidental Energization
By completely enclosing the valve wheel, it eliminates the possibility of unintentional activation of pipelines, tanks, and pressurized systems.
Compliance and Industry Applications
Rotating gate valve lockouts support compliance with OSHA’s hazardous energy control requirements by ensuring that valves remain securely locked during service operations. The device is commonly used in:
- Manufacturing plants
- Chemical processing facilities
- Oil and gas refineries
- Water and wastewater treatment plants
- Food and beverage industries
- Power generation stations
- Pharmaceutical plants
These environments require strict control of fluid and gas flow during maintenance, making valve lockouts an essential safety measure.
Why Choose a Rotating Gate Valve Lockout?
A high-quality rotating gate valve lockout ensures:
- Worker protection
- Reduced risk of hazardous release
- Compliance with global safety standards
- Faster and more efficient shutdown procedures
- Long-term reliability in harsh environments
It is an indispensable safety device for any operation involving gate valves and hazardous energy sources.
