True Union Ball Valve

Total Command Over Your Farm Irrigation Network

In commercial farming, downtime during the peak growing season can lead to significant crop damage. The True Union Ball Valve acts as the high-quality gatekeeper for your shamba, allowing you to isolate specific irrigation blocks with total confidence.

While standard valves are permanent once they are installed, this specialized fitting allows you to manage your water flow with a modular approach. It is designed specifically for small and medium-scale farmers in Kenya who need a reliable solution for controlling water from boreholes, pumps, or storage tanks.

With this valve, you can prevent water waste and ensure that your pump operates only when necessary, effectively reducing your long-term energy and maintenance costs.

How the True Union Three-Piece Design Works

This valve is built with a central valve body and two separate end connectors known as tailpieces. Large, threaded union nuts on both ends of the body screw onto these tailpieces, clamping the central mechanism securely in place.

This design solves the biggest problem with standard valves: the need to cut pipes for simple repairs.

By simply hand-loosening the union nuts, the entire central body can be lifted out of the line while the tailpieces stay attached to your piping. This allows you to clear stones, silt, or debris from the ball in minutes.

It is the ideal choice for water treatment systems and irrigation mainlines where sediment from water pans or tanks can often cause blockages.

Available True Union Ball Valve Sizes and Pricing

IrriHub supplies the True Union Ball Valve in a wide range of sizes to fit your farm’s pipes. Choosing the right size gives you precise control over water flow, helping you irrigate efficiently, reduce waste, and keep your system running smoothly.

Below are the per-unit prices:

Compatibility and Professional Pro-Tips

These valves are designed for use with standard metric HDPE pipes used in Kenyan agricultural projects. To maintain a leak-proof seal, you must prepare the pipe correctly by beveling or chamfering the edge to remove sharp burrs before insertion. This prevents the pipe from tearing the internal rubber O-rings.

While the valve is made of UV-stabilized materials to resist becoming brittle, we recommend providing a simple cover or burying the line to extend the life of the handle in the intense Kenyan sun.

Additionally, if you are connecting this valve directly to a vibrating metal pump, consider using a short length of flexible hose to protect the plastic connections from fatigue over time.

IrriHub provides reliable irrigation and farm systems for small and medium-scale farmers across Kenya. For help choosing the right product for your farm, reach out to us directly.

Call us: +254 729 717 881 Visit our store: Shubham Complex, Old Mombasa Rd.