Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

Which industrial valve families does SMD Flow Control manufacture?

Accepted Answer

SMD Flow Control’s published range includes ball, gate, globe, check, butterfly and plug valves, together with strainers and configured flow-control solutions. Exact construction, size, pressure class and material availability should be confirmed against the selected product and RFQ.

Question 2

How should we select a valve for a project?

Accepted Answer

Start with the medium, pressure, temperature, size, pressure class, end connection, operating frequency, shutoff or control duty, actuation and applicable standards. SMD Flow Control can then review the proposed construction and identify information still required.

Question 3

Which body and trim materials can be considered?

Accepted Answer

Published SMD Flow Control information covers cast and forged carbon steels, stainless steels, duplex grades, cast and ductile iron, and selected nickel alloys such as Monel, Inconel and Hastelloy. Suitability depends on the service condition and purchase specification.

Question 4

Which valve and testing standards apply to an order?

Accepted Answer

Applicable design, testing and connection standards depend on the valve type and purchase specification. Published product ranges reference API, ASTM, ANSI, AWWA, JIS, DIN, BS and ISO requirements; shell and seat pressure tests may follow API 598, ISO 5208 or EN 12266-1 where applicable. Confirm governing editions, product scope and deviations in the RFQ and approved ITP.

Question 5

Can you produce OEM valves from our data sheet or drawing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We can review a customer data sheet, drawing, sample or approved requirement set, then coordinate confirmation of valve construction, materials, interfaces, marking, inspection points and document requirements. Production starts against the agreed technical baseline, with deviations clarified before release.

Question 6

What private-label elements can be configured?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the agreed program, private-label scope can include nameplates, body marking, product colors, packaging, labels and document templates. Artwork, marking content, approval files and traceability requirements are confirmed before production release.

Question 7

What OEM/ODM and private-label programs can you support?

Accepted Answer

OEM/ODM and private-label scope depends on the agreed product and project requirements. To protect customers’ commercial interests, we do not publish brand names or project details without prior authorization; references can be discussed where disclosure is permitted.

Question 8

How do you match an OEM project with the right manufacturing resources?

Accepted Answer

We assess the valve type, size, pressure class, materials, manufacturing processes and approved inspection scope, then plan production in our dedicated manufacturing operations. The applicable production scope, inspection plan and responsibilities are confirmed before order release.

Question 9

What does SMD Flow Control manage during an OEM/ODM project?

Accepted Answer

We provide the overseas customer interface and coordinate technical clarification, manufacturing allocation, production follow-up, agreed inspections, documentation and export communication. Project responsibilities, approval points and reporting expectations are aligned with the customer before execution.

Question 10

How do you protect our brand and product information?

Accepted Answer

Confidentiality and permitted use of drawings, samples, specifications and brand assets can be agreed in writing before project information is shared. We do not disclose customer names, marks or project details publicly without authorization, and marking or private-label artwork is released for use only within the agreed project scope.

Question 11

What certifications, inspections and test records can you provide?

Accepted Answer

Published approval references include ISO 9001, API 6D, CE/PED, TA-Luft, Shell and GOST/TR CU. Confirm current validity and applicable manufacturing-entity and product scope against the issued documents. Order-specific records depend on the approved ITP and may include EN 10204 3.1 material certificates, heat-number traceability, dimensional records, PMI, pressure-test reports and specified NDT reports.

Question 12

Can customers or third parties witness tests?

Accepted Answer

Customer-appointed inspectors, including third parties such as SGS, BV or TÜV, can witness agreed hold and witness points when defined in the approved Inspection and Test Plan. State the inspection stage, notice period, acceptance criteria and release records in the RFQ.

Question 13

What can be included in the manufacturing record package?

Accepted Answer

Depending on scope, the package can include approved drawings, material certificates, traceability records, dimensional reports, NDT reports, pressure-test reports, marking records and final release documents. Define the required index before production.

Question 14

What information is needed for an accurate quotation?

Accepted Answer

Provide valve type, size, class, quantity, medium, pressure, temperature, materials, end connection, actuation, standards, inspection points, documentation, marking, packing and delivery requirements. Attach data sheets or drawings where available.

Question 15

How long does production and delivery typically take?

Accepted Answer

Lead time depends on valve construction, size, pressure class, material availability, quantity, inspection points, third-party witness and document scope. SMD Flow Control should confirm the production schedule against the final technical and commercial requirement set.

Question 16

Can SMD support international supply?

Accepted Answer

International project supply can be reviewed for each RFQ. Destination eligibility, Incoterms, shipping arrangements and export documents are confirmed against the project requirements.

Question 17

Which contact details should be used?

Accepted Answer

Use smd@smdcontrol.com or the RFQ form on this website. For project-specific manufacturing-location details or visit arrangements, contact us so the applicable operating location and scope can be confirmed.

Question 18

When is NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 sour-service material control required?

Accepted Answer

Specify NACE MR0175 / ISO 15156 only when the purchase specification or process design requires sour-service compliance. Confirm body, trim and bolting against the stated H2S limits in the RFQ.

Question 19

What material options can be considered for cryogenic service?

Accepted Answer

Material, bonnet and construction options depend on the minimum design temperature, medium and product specification. State the required conditions in the RFQ so the applicable product scope can be confirmed.

Question 20

Does SMD support EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 inspection certificates?

Accepted Answer

EN 10204 3.1 material certificates are available when specified. Type 3.2 independent inspection is arranged when the approved ITP includes a nominated inspector. Define the document index before production.

Table description
Defaults applied to standard product pages. Project-specific deviations are accepted and confirmed during the RFQ exchange; the figures below are not contractual.
Parameter	Value	Unit	Standard
MOQ (standard catalogue items)	1 piece for stocked valves; 5–10 pieces for build-to-order	pieces	Internal policy
Lead time (build-to-order)	30 – 75 working days depending on size, material, certification scope	working days	Project schedule
Loading port	Ningbo or Shanghai, China (FOB / CIF / DAP per Incoterms 2020)	—	Incoterms 2020
Customisation scope	Bore, end connection, material, trim, actuation, painting, marking, packaging	7 axes	OEM/ODM policy
Inspection & MTC	EN 10204 3.1 standard; 3.2 available via third-party inspector (BV, SGS, TÜV, DNV)	—	EN 10204
Payment terms	T/T 30/70 standard; L/C at sight for new buyers; OA after credit review	—	Internal credit policy

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