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What Makes the BERMAD 42T Pressure Reducing Valve a Global Leader?

Doron Eshel
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Doron Eshel
25 Mar 2025
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Last updated: 25 Mar 2025

When it comes to fire protection systems, reliability and precision are essential for safeguarding lives and assets. A key component that ensures system performance is the pressure reducing valve (PRV), which regulates water pressure to optimal levels. Among the top solutions available, the BERMAD 42T Pressure Reducing Valve has emerged as a global leader, thanks to its cutting-edge self-actuated design, Y-type configuration, and elastomeric diaphragm technology. These features set it apart as an innovative solution in the fire protection industry.

Understanding the BERMAD 42T Pressure Reducing Valve

The BERMAD 42T is an advanced, self-actuated, hydraulically operated pressure reducing valve, designed to control downstream water pressure in fire protection systems. It ensures optimal water pressure is consistently maintained in various fire suppression systems, such as sprinkler systems and foam systems. The self-actuated design allows the valve to operate autonomously, adjusting to changing conditions without the need for external energy sources.

in-blog-image-operationKey Features of the BERMAD 42T:

Self-Actuated Operation: Powered by system pressure alone, the BERMAD 42T adjusts automatically to ensure stable downstream pressure, improving reliability in critical fire events

Y-Type Configuration: The valve’s Y-shaped design improves flow capacity and reduces pressure loss, ensuring maximum efficiency and minimal disruption to water flow

Elastomeric Diaphragm Technology: BERMAD’s use of elastomeric technology enhances valve responsiveness and durability. The flexible diaphragm improves seal reliability and enables smooth, precise pressure regulation, especially in high-demand fire protection scenarios

Corrosion-Resistant Materials: Built with high-grade materials, the 42T is designed for long-term durability in corrosive environments

Check Valve Feature: Check valve/Non-Return Option (model 42T-20) allows the valve to prevent return flow by adding check valves to the 42T pilot system makes it ideal for fire-pump surge preventor or PRV & check valve combination for sprinkler system feed

UL/FM Approved: The valve meets global fire safety standards, including UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and FM (Factory Mutual) certifications

 

Deluge valves are specialized valves used in fire protection systems that release a large volume of water or other fire suppressants over a designated area. They are typically installed in systems designed to combat high-hazard fires, such as those involving flammable liquids or gases. When activated, a deluge valve opens rapidly, allowing water, foam or suppressant to flow simultaneously through all connected nozzles, thus providing rapid and widespread fire suppression.

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What Makes BERMAD a Leader in Fire Protection

1. Innovated Engineering

BERMAD's continuous investment in research and development makes our company's solutions unique in the industry. The 42T showcases the dedication to refining valve performance, utilizing innovative technology to enhance precision, reliability, and ease of use.

The Y-type design of the BERMAD 42T enhances flow capacity and minimizes pressure loss, making it ideal for high-flow applications like industrial and commercial fire protection systems. By reducing turbulence within the valve, the Y-type structure ensures smoother operation, faster response times and more efficient water distribution, which is crucial for rapid fire suppression.

A significant innovation in the BERMAD 42T is the use of elastomeric diaphragm technology. This flexible, high-performance diaphragm enables precise control of pressure, ensuring that downstream flow is regulated with remarkable accuracy. The elastomeric material not only enhances responsiveness but also increases the valve’s lifespan by providing superior resistance to wear and tear, especially in high-pressure environments.

2. Uncompromising Quality and Safety Standards

BERMAD valves, including the 42T, meet the strictest international safety certifications, including UL and FM approvals. These certifications reflect BERMAD’s commitment to producing high-quality, reliable products that perform consistently in even the most challenging fire protection applications.

3. Global Presence and Support

With operations in over 100 countries, BERMAD is a globally recognized brand in the fire protection industry. Our company’s extensive network of distributors and service providers ensures that customers across the globe have easy access to BERMAD products and technical support.

4. Industry-Specific Solutions

BERMAD excels in delivering tailored solutions for industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, and large commercial developments. These sectors demand highly reliable fire protection systems, and the 42T delivers with its robust design, high flow capacity, and precise pressure control.

5. Industry-Specific Solutions for Critical Applications

The 42T is designed to meet the rigorous demands of industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, and large commercial properties. Its Y-type configuration, self-actuated control, and elastomeric diaphragm technology make it the ideal choice for these high-stakes environments where reliability is paramount. BERMAD's tailored solutions ensure that the 42T delivers outstanding performance even in the most demanding fire protection scenarios.

6. Sustainability and Future-Ready Designs

BERMAD is also leading the way in sustainability by designing solutions that minimize environmental impact. The 42T valve is engineered to reduce water loss, improve energy efficiency, and meet the growing demand for sustainable fire protection systems.

BERMAD’s focus on environmentally conscious design ensures their solutions are both future-proof and aligned with global sustainability goals.


Conclusion

The BERMAD 42T Pressure Reducing Valve stands as a leader in fire protection systems, thanks to its innovative self-actuated operation, efficient Y-type configuration, and advanced elastomeric diaphragm technology. These features ensure reliable performance, precise pressure control, and maximum flow capacity, making the 42T a preferred solution across industries that demand excellence in fire protection. BERMAD reputation for engineering excellence, quality assurance, and global presence cements their leadership in fire safety. The 42T isn’t just a valve, it’s a symbol of BERMAD’s commitment to delivering innovative, reliable, and future-ready fire protection solutions across the world.

When safety is critical, the BERMAD 42T ensures your fire protection systems are ready to perform when needed most.

 

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Doron Eshel

Written by Doron Eshel

Doron Eshel has been Chief Engineer of the Fire Protection division at BERMAD, a world leader in high-hazard fire protection solutions for over 20 years. Doron is an expert in special hazard fire safety and pressure control solutions.

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