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10 Nov 2015
Petal Valve Marine Breakaway Coupling
The Petal Valve Marine Breakaway Coupling (also abbreviated as MBC) cuts down oil spills during offshore hose transfer caused by incidents of internal pressure surge or tanker breakout. The mechanism was developed specifically to assist in the safe transfer of heavy fuel oil, crude oil and similar products. MBC provides a safe parting point during
10 Nov 2015
What Are Marine Breakaway Couplings?
A Marine Breakaway Coupling (MBC) is an essential safety feature used during the transfer of fluids in an offshore environment, whether it be for loading or discharging a vessel. The basic idea is that should the fluid hose come under untoward and unexpected tension, or experience a sudden surge in excess pressure, the marine breakaway