Automated Valves

Deadman Handle Ball Valve

S&K Automation has the Largest Selection of Deadman Handle Ball Valves on the Internet Including: Self Closing Ball Valves and Self-Opening Ball Valves.  Spring Return Handle Automatically Closes or Opens the Valve when Operator Releases Handle. This Means the Operator Must Hold the Handle in the Open Position for the Product to Flow. He can't Walk Away or the Valve will Shut Off or On, Depending on How the Valve is Configured. We have the Largest Selection of Deadman Handle Ball Valves Available in North America. Let us Know your Application and we will Help you Find a Self-Closing or Self-Opening Deadman Ball Valve to fit your Application.


  • Eliminates Spills, Leaks and Reporting to OSHA 
  • Reduces Overfilling of Day Tanks and Batch Tanks
  • Improves Plant Safety
  • Prevent Lost Product when Draining Water from Bottom of Propane and Butane Tanks
  • Locking Handle Option for Security
  • Fire Safe API607 Valve for Refineries, Chemicals and Hazardous Gas Applications
  • Self-Adjusting Packing Reduces Maintenance Cost
  • Full Port Gives Faster Flow Rate than Most Competitive Valves
  • Up to 4" NPT, Socket Weld, Flange, Tri-clamp and other End Connections
  • Pig Launcher Drain Valve
  • Sanitary Tri-clamp Version
Brass Ball Valve with Deadman Handle

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Deadman Handle Ball Valve with Spring Return Handle


S&K Automation has the most rugged deadman ball valves with spring return handles on the internet. Our deadman spring return ball valves are designed for everyday industrial use. We also offer Locking Handle Option for our Spring Return Deadman Handle Ball Valves.  Our valves are self closing.


Deadman Ball Valve


Reasons to consider S&K Automation Deadman Handle Ball Valves:

Ruggedness:
We use the new industry standard ISO 5211 actuator mounting pad for our deadman spring return handles.  Our mounting pads are rugged, unlike the "weak panel mounting pad" used by our competitors.
Our handles are made from heavy gauge stainless steel so they don't bend like competitors deadman handle spring return ball valves. 

Full Flow Full Port Design:
Our deadman handle spring return ball valves are full port. Most competitors use standard port valves or reduced port valves....so you need to hold the handle open longer with competitors valves.

Self Adjusting Packing:
Most of our deadman handle ball valves use self adjusting packings with belleville washers. Competitors use thin teflon packing and need to undo the handle for constant packing readjustment. Our valves last longer and require less maintenance.

Options for Deadman Handle Ball Valves:


  • Fire Safe ball valves
  • Flanged ball valves
  • 3 way ball valves
  • Steam Ball Valves
  • Sanitary Triclamp Ball Valves
  • Brass, Carbon Steel and Alloy Ball Valves
  • High Temperature Ball Valves
  • High Pressure Valves
  • Locking Handle Option 
  • Easy Turn Low Torque Ball Valve
  • Oval Handle Option


Applications include: Sampling, filling tanks, draining tanks, spill avoidance, butane tanks water drain, propane tanks water drain, steam trap drain, chemical makeup, refueling, 55 gallon drum dispensing, meat pipe plug cleanout, hose vent valve, oil tank load line drip pot valve, hose vent valve, concrete mixer 3-way fill valve, slump control and more.

Popular Questions

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  • What does S&K Automation specialize in?

    Specialists in Automated Valves, Spring Return Valves, Electric Motorized Ball Valves, Butterly Valves, Multiport Valves, Wafer Ball Valves, and VBall Control Valves.


    We may have the Largest Selection of Valves and Automated Valves on the Internet.  US Military, Chemical, Refinery, Polymer, Power, Food, Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing, OEM, Stocking Distributor, Resale and other Industries.

  • What are some customer industries S&K Automation has served?

    S&K Automation has served a wide range of reputable clients and high-end clients, including but not limited to Ford Motor Company, NASA, General Mills, Kraft Foods, Nestle, Siemens, Mayo Clinic, and mulitple universities. S&K Automation has served clients in the space industry, automation, biopharma, and more. 

  • Where are you located?

    We are located at 3530 Olive Ln N - Plymouth, Minnesota, United States 55447. 

  • Can you tell me more about S&K Automation?

    It is our goal to help you find the Correct Flanged Ball Valve, Actuated Ball Valve, Electric Motorized Ball Valve, Control Valve, Wafer Ball Valve or Multiport Valve for your Application. We have the Experience to Help you Select a Valve, Spring Return Valve Actuator, Double Acting Valve Actuator, Motorized Electric Actuator and Any Accessories that Complete the Automated Valve Package. We Understand Multiport 3 Way, 4 way and 5 Way Valves and Can Help You Select the Right One. Actuated Ball, Butterfly Valves, Electric Motorized Ball Valve, Wafer Ball Valves, Globe Valves and Gate Valves We have a Large Selection of Ball Valves and Butterfly Valves including Body Types, Seats, Discs, Balls, and Seals for OEM, HVAC, Power, Chemical, BioPharm and other Applications.


    Actuation can be a Lever Handle, Knob, Gear Operator, Electric Actuator, Pneumatic Air Actuator, Slave Linkage, Deadman Handle, Chainwheel, Spring Loaded Ball Valve or Special to Meet Your Requirement. We also Sell Valves Bare Stem to Valve Automation Houses, Distributors and OEMs that Want to Use Their Own Actuator. Control Valve Types including Ball Valves, VBall Valves, Segmented Vball Valves, Vball Wafer Ball Valves, Reduced Port Vball Valves, Butterfly Valves, Globe Style Valves, 3way Mixing Valves and 3 Way Diverting Valves. Many Different Types of Seats and Seals Available for High Temperature and Low Temperature Applications including Metal Seats.  Automated Valves are our specialty but we also have manually operated and gear operated valves.  Spring Loaded Ball Valves for Safety and Prevent Valves from Being Left in Open Position, which could be an environmental hazard. Spring Return and Double Acting Actuators are available for quick shipment.

  • If I have a question, how can I contact S&K Automation?

    If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact us in three ways. You can contact us via phone, email, or through our contact form on our website. Contact us through phone at 763-476-1013, by email at david@sk-automation.com, or through the contact form on our website. If you choose to use the contact form on our website, please include your full name, primary email address and phone number, and any additional questions or comments in detail so that we can answer any questions you have as accuratly as possible. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • What are the general function of valves?

    Automated Valves are mechanical devices that control the flow and pressure within a system or process. They are an essential part of piping systems that convey liquids, gas, vapors, ect. There are many different types of valves and it is up to you to determine which one is right for you and your project. Some valves are self-operated, while others are manual. 


    Some general functions of valves include:


    • Relieve a pipe system of pressure
    • Regulating process pressure and flow
    • Controlling the direction of flow
    • Increasing or reducing a flow
    • Starting or stopping flow
  • What are your prices?

    If you are interested in purchasing one of our products such as automated valves, you can call us at 763-476-1013, email us at david@sk-automation.com, or use our website to get a quote. We have affordable prices on automated valves and more and professional customer service. We look forward to speaking with you! When you give us a call, you will be directly connected to our owner, so you can expect immediate attention to your inquiry.