Every year on March 11th, International Plumbing Day is observed to honor the crucial part that plumbing plays in preserving public health and sanitation. Although it is frequently taken for granted, plumbing is a vital part of contemporary civilization. “Plumbing is Vital” will be the subject of World Plumbing Day in 2023.

Modern plumbing systems are unable to function without mechanical valves. They are used to regulate the flow of fluids through pipes and plumbing fittings, including water, gas, and other fluids. The main purpose of these valves, which come in a wide range of sizes and forms, is to control the flow of fluids.
Mechanical valves play a key role in contemporary plumbing systems in India. The country’s water supply is unreliable in several locations, and it may be necessary to store water in tanks or other containers. Mechanical valves are used to control the flow of water from these storage tanks to the plumbing fixtures in the building. 

 Other uses for mechanical valves in India include fire prevention systems, industrial operations, and irrigation systems. They are crucial parts of these systems, and the effectiveness, dependability, and safety of these systems depend on their efficient operation.

The exact control of fluid flow is one of the main advantages of mechanical valves. In many applications, it’s crucial that the proper volume of fluid can travel through, so they can be modified to do so. For instance, in order to provide each plant with the proper amount of water, the valves in an irrigation system must be changed. The valves of a fire prevention system need to be able to control the flow of water rapidly and precisely in order to put out a fire. 

 The importance of plumbing in contemporary civilization is, therefore, underscored by International Plumbing Day. Modern plumbing systems must have mechanical valves because they are critical to the systems’ ability to operate securely, consistently, and effectively. Mechanical valves are very important in modern plumbing systems in India, and ensuring that they are operating properly is crucial to ensuring the provision of a safe and dependable water supply. Material composition of valves go hand in hand when talking about public health as lead content can wreak havoc on a mass scale when they would inevitably enter plumbing systems through use of high-lead content copper-alloy valves – especially ball valves that are used in the millions each year in India. Lead-free valves are now a crucial part of contemporary plumbing systems, and their significance cannot be emphasized. Because of the lead-free design of these valves, the water travelling through them is guaranteed to be clean and safe. 

Lehry’s 2-cents: 

Regulatory and Government bodies should rise to the occasion and impose strict standards and codes that completely eliminate the use of such MOCs and stick to valves that are either lead free or have low-lead content as dictated by WHO standards. A good start would be the implementation of ISI standard and marking for forged brass ball valves which would be a stepping stone to a remarkably health-secured future where plumbing is concerned. By eliminating the risk of lead contamination, they ensure the safety and purity of drinking water, which is critical for public health. As we celebrate World Plumbing Day, it is essential to recognize the importance of lead-free valves in maintaining safe and reliable plumbing systems.