New Jar Top Series Anti-Siphon Valves:
Convenience, Reliability in One Unit
AZUSA, Calif.
(April 24, 2007) - Contractors can now have
it all - with a twist. Rain Bird has introduced its
new Jar
Top Series Anti-Siphon Valves (JTVF-AVB) for residential
and light commercial applications, combining convenient,
tool-free access with backflow prevention in one valve unit.
In and of itself, the Rain Bird® Jar Top Valve provides
reliability, affordability and ease of service. Its threaded
bonnet design allows for tool-free access and maintenance,
eliminating the need to remove and replace multiple screws. Adding
the anti-siphon function increases its versatility while
reducing the number of parts contractors must install.
The JTVF-AVB features a double-filtered pilot flow for maximum
reliability and a balanced-pressure diaphragm for long life. The
valve also features a Buna-N diaphragm with self-cleaning
90-mesh pilot water filter and captive stainless steel spring
for added durability. The JTVF-AVB operates in low-flow
and Xerigation applications when the RBY filter is installed
upstream, and it accepts a latching solenoid for use with
Rain Bird's battery-operated controllers. These valves
are offered in ¾-inch and one-inch NPT threaded inlet/outlet
configurations.
"The handy and efficient Jar Top Series Anti-Siphon Valves are designed
to save contractors time and money," said Ron Bailey, Rain Bird's product
manager for contractor valves. "With fewer parts,
easy access to the valve and atmospheric vacuum breaker internal
parts, and the reliability that comes with all Rain Bird
products, the JTVF-AVB offers durable performance with effortless
maintenance."
About Rain Bird
Based in Azusa, Calif., Rain Bird Corporation is the leading
manufacturer and provider of irrigation products and services. Since
its beginnings in 1933, Rain Bird has offered the industry's
broadest range of irrigation products for farms, golf courses,
sports arenas, commercial developments and homes in more
than 130 countries around the world. Rain Bird has
been awarded more than 130 patents, including the first in
1935 for the impact sprinkler. Rain Bird and The Intelligent
Use of WaterTM is about using water wisely. Its commitment
extends beyond products to education, training and services
for the industry and the community. Rain Bird maintains
state-of-the-art manufacturing assembly facilities in the
United States, France, Sweden and Mexico. www.rainbird.com
