Insights, Stories & Updates

Updates, stories and insights from our team.

1-Piece vs 2-Piece vs 3-Piece Ball Valves: How to Choose

Body construction is the first decision when you specify a ball valve. Here is how one-piece, two-piece and three-piece MARS ball valves compare on port size, pressure, end connections and maintenance.

Material Guide

Tri-Clamp Sanitary Ball Valves: CF3M vs CF8M and When You Need Each

Both are 316-type stainless steel. The real difference is carbon content, and whether anyone is going to weld the valve.

September 29, 2026

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Distribution

Mars Valves Is Looking for New Distribution Partners

Mars Valves is expanding its international distribution network, inviting established industrial flow-control distributors to represent a comprehensive ball valve range built for demanding applications.

August 5, 2026

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Technical

Fire-Safe Ball Valves: Protecting Critical Industrial Systems During a Fire

How Mars fire-safe ball valves support reliable isolation in hazardous industrial applications, certified to API 607 and ISO 10497 across the Series 83, 88, 90, 90D and 91D ranges.

July 29, 2026

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Technical

What Is an Actuated Ball Valve? A Straightforward Guide for Engineers and Buyers

This guide explains what an actuated ball valve is, how valve and actuator assemblies work, and when to choose electric versus pneumatic actuation. It covers ISO 5211 direct-mount interfaces, torque and fail-safe sizing, environmental and certification requirements, and the documentation needed for compliant projects so engineers and buyers can specify reliable automated valve packages.

September 10, 2026

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Technical

Actuated Ball Valve Packages

Looking for an actuated ball valve package that is built for demanding industrial service, with full documentation and technical back-up? MARS Valvenok supplies genuine MARS automated ball valve solutions, combining proven industrial ball valves with electric or pneumatic actuators, accessories, and fire-safe options for hazardous duty. For specification support or project pricing, contact the technical sales team via sales@marsvalvenok.com or call +44 7368 137917.

September 10, 2026

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Technical

Process Control Valve Solutions

Looking for a process control valve solution you can specify with confidence? MARS Valvenok supplies genuine MARS industrial valves and ball-valve-based control assemblies for demanding process and industrial applications. From tight shut-off isolation to modulating duty with actuation and accessories, every valve is backed by traceability, documentation, and engineering support. Email sales@marsvalvenok.com or call +44 7368 137917 to discuss your application and put a fully documented package in place.

September 10, 2026

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