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Pneumatic & Mechanical Tanker Controls

Control of tanker compartment valves and safety interlocks. Select the circuit count, air supply and mechanical travel for the installed system.

24 traceable product codes

Product models and configurations

SIMEI FT-MC-100 — Air preparation and water-vapour separator
SIMEI FT-MC-100

Air preparation and water-vapour separator

Installed ahead of a pneumatic pipeline to prepare the air supply, add lubricant and regulate air pressure.

Technical details

Main features

  • Air is treated in the separator before entering the pipeline.
  • Atomized lubricant is added to lubricate downstream parts.
  • Integral regulating valve adjusts air pressure.

Technical & Ordering Data

ConnectionIn-line pneumatic supply
Pressure range / port sizeConfirm before quotation
Bowl / body materialConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm filtration rating, lubricant specification and compatible air supply.

Engineering Note

Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

SIMEI FT-MC-110 — Automatic-return pneumatic interlock valve
SIMEI FT-MC-110

Automatic-return pneumatic interlock valve

Interlocks tanker pneumatic valves through a vapour adaptor valve installation.

Technical details

Main features

  • The family uses a two-way structure.
  • The source describes automatic return to the original position when the pressed actuator is released.

Technical & Ordering Data

OperationMechanically actuated pneumatic interlock
Port size / air pressureConfirm before quotation
Body / seal materialsConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm mounting geometry, valve circuit and return action for this form.

Engineering Note

Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

SIMEI FT-MC-120 — Automatic-return pneumatic interlock valve
SIMEI FT-MC-120

Automatic-return pneumatic interlock valve

Interlocks tanker pneumatic valves through a vapour adaptor valve installation.

Technical details

Main features

  • The family uses a two-way structure.
  • The source describes automatic return to the original position when the pressed actuator is released.

Technical & Ordering Data

OperationMechanically actuated pneumatic interlock
Port size / air pressureConfirm before quotation
Body / seal materialsConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm mounting geometry, valve circuit and return action for this form.

Engineering Note

Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

SIMEI FT-MC-130 — Pneumatic interlock valve
SIMEI FT-MC-130

Pneumatic interlock valve

Interlocks tanker pneumatic valves through a vapour adaptor valve installation.

Technical details

Main features

  • The family uses a two-way structure.
  • The source describes automatic return to the original position when the pressed actuator is released.

Technical & Ordering Data

OperationMechanically actuated pneumatic interlock
Port size / air pressureConfirm before quotation
Body / seal materialsConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm mounting geometry, valve circuit and return action for this form.

Engineering Note

Family operating text accompanies the two upper forms; applicability to this lower pictured form requires confirmation.

SIMEI FT-MC-140 — Pneumatic interlock valve
SIMEI FT-MC-140

Pneumatic interlock valve

Interlocks tanker pneumatic valves through a vapour adaptor valve installation.

Technical details

Main features

  • The family uses a two-way structure.
  • The source describes automatic return to the original position when the pressed actuator is released.

Technical & Ordering Data

OperationMechanically actuated pneumatic interlock
Port size / air pressureConfirm before quotation
Body / seal materialsConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm mounting geometry, valve circuit and return action for this form.

Engineering Note

Family operating text accompanies the two upper forms; applicability to this lower pictured form requires confirmation.

SIMEI FT-MC-150 — Pneumatic interlock valve
SIMEI FT-MC-150

Pneumatic interlock valve

Interlocks tanker pneumatic valves through a vapour adaptor valve installation.

Technical details

Main features

  • The family uses a two-way structure.
  • The source describes automatic return to the original position when the pressed actuator is released.

Technical & Ordering Data

OperationMechanically actuated pneumatic interlock
Port size / air pressureConfirm before quotation
Body / seal materialsConfirm before quotation

Confirm Before Order

  • Confirm mounting geometry, valve circuit and return action for this form.

Engineering Note

Family operating text accompanies the two upper forms; applicability to this lower pictured form requires confirmation.

SIMEI FT-MC-160 — Lever mechanical control handle
SIMEI FT-MC-160

Lever mechanical control handle

Mechanical handle for tanker cable control.

Technical details

Main features

    Technical & Ordering Data

    OperationLever
    Drawing overall height247 mm
    Drawing lower height reference118 mm; confirm referenced feature
    Drawing referenceOriginal side drawing supplied; mounting-hole and other small dimension labels require verification
    Material / cable travelConfirm before quotation
    Dimensions & Construction (1)

    Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

    Lever mechanical control handle — Lever handle installation reference
    Lever handle installation reference

    Confirm Before Order

    • Confirm cable end, mounting-hole dimensions and travel.

    Engineering Note

    Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

    SIMEI FT-MC-170 — T-handle mechanical controller
    SIMEI FT-MC-170

    T-handle mechanical controller

    Mechanical T-handle for tanker cable control.

    Technical details

    Main features

      Technical & Ordering Data

      OperationT-handle
      Drawing height150 mm
      Drawing mounting holes2 × Ø5 mm
      Drawing cross dimensionØ69 mm; confirm the referenced feature
      Material / cable travelConfirm before quotation
      Dimensions & Construction (1)

      Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

      T-handle mechanical controller — T-handle dimensional reference
      T-handle dimensional reference

      Confirm Before Order

      • Confirm mounting geometry and cable end.

      Engineering Note

      Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

      SIMEI FT-MC-180 — Mechanical discharge cable
      SIMEI FT-MC-180

      Mechanical discharge cable

      Steel cable for tanker mechanical discharge control.

      Technical details

      Main features

        Technical & Ordering Data

        Cable materialSteel
        Cable diameter3 mm
        Standard length14 m
        Length optionMade to the required length

        Confirm Before Order

        • Confirm termination fittings and installation route.

        Engineering Note

        Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

        SIMEI FT-MC-190 — Discharge cable controller
        SIMEI FT-MC-190

        Discharge cable controller

        Cable controller for remote tanker discharge operation.

        Technical details

        Main features

          Technical & Ordering Data

          Cable length2500 mm
          Head dimension65 mm
          Pulling / pushing forcePull 3000 N / push 60 N
          Material / strokeConfirm before quotation

          Confirm Before Order

          • Confirm the appropriate end fittings and stroke.

          Engineering Note

          The source groups three models under two photographed controller arrangements; this shared image cannot identify the specific variant.

          SIMEI FT-MC-200 — Discharge cable controller
          SIMEI FT-MC-200

          Discharge cable controller

          Cable controller for remote tanker discharge operation.

          Technical details

          Main features

            Technical & Ordering Data

            Cable length2100 mm
            Head dimension120 mm
            Pulling / pushing forcePull 3000 N / push 400 N
            Material / strokeConfirm before quotation

            Confirm Before Order

            • Confirm the appropriate end fittings and stroke.

            Engineering Note

            The source groups three models under two photographed controller arrangements; this shared image cannot identify the specific variant.

            SIMEI FT-MC-210 — Discharge cable controller
            SIMEI FT-MC-210

            Discharge cable controller

            Cable controller for remote tanker discharge operation.

            Technical details

            Main features

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Cable length2000 mm
              Head dimension65 mm
              Pulling / pushing forcePull 2000 N; push force not stated
              Material / strokeConfirm before quotation

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the appropriate end fittings and stroke.

              Engineering Note

              The source groups three models under two photographed controller arrangements; this shared image cannot identify the specific variant.

              SIMEI FT-MC-220 — 1-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-220

              1-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles1
              Installation size L112 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              1-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              1-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              1-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-230 — 2-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-230

              2-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles2
              Installation size L144 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              2-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              2-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              2-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-240 — 3-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-240

              3-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles3
              Installation size L176 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              3-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              3-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              3-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-250 — 4-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-250

              4-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles4
              Installation size L208 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              4-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              4-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              4-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-260 — 5-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-260

              5-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles5
              Installation size L240 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              5-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              5-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              5-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-270 — 6-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-270

              6-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles6
              Installation size L272 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              6-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              6-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              6-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-280 — 7-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-280

              7-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles7
              Installation size L304 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              7-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              7-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              7-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-MC-290 — 8-handle mechanical control block
              SIMEI FT-MC-290

              8-handle mechanical control block

              Remote mechanical control of tanker valves, with one control handle for each mechanical valve.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Can connect to a remote mechanical handle for emergency operation.
              • The handle locks automatically in its operating position.
              • A fusible element returns open handles to the closed position above 75 °C.
              • Handle quantity is selected to suit the application.

              Available Configurations

              • Source table offers 1–8 handles with installation L = 112 / 144 / 176 / 208 / 240 / 272 / 304 / 336 mm respectively.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Number of handles8
              Installation size L336 mm
              Head dimension in table75 mm
              Side drawing mounting spacing180 mm
              Side drawing height reference90 mm
              Fusible closing temperatureAbove 75 °C
              Body / cable materialConfirm before quotation
              8-handle mechanical control block — Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              Illustrated mechanical control-block variants
              8-handle mechanical control block — Fusible return mechanism detail
              Fusible return mechanism detail
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              8-handle mechanical control block — Mechanical control-block installation reference
              Mechanical control-block installation reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the table’s “head” dimension and mounting dimensions before manufacture.
              • Confirm required cable travel, return force and compatible mechanical valve.

              Engineering Note

              The same source family photograph illustrates multiple handle quantities; the supplied configuration is defined by the handle count and installation dimension.

              SIMEI FT-PC-100 — Multi-way pneumatic control block
              SIMEI FT-PC-100

              Multi-way pneumatic control block

              Central pneumatic control for tanker bottom loading, operating vapour vents, coaming vents and pneumatic emergency shut-off valves.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • One main valve with subsidiary valves selected for the number of compartments.
              • Controls several valves from a central position.
              • Remote emergency operation shuts off the connected valves.
              • Aluminium surfaces have an electromagnetic polishing treatment.

              Available Configurations

              • Select 1–7 ways to suit the tank compartment arrangement.
              • The illustrated connection functions are emergency-close air, air inlet, vapour vent, first-compartment bottom valve and second-compartment bottom valve.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              Air supply / bleed pressure0.4–0.8 MPa
              Air hose diameter6 mm
              Body materialAluminium alloy
              MediumCompressed air
              Temperature range−20 to +50 °C
              Available ways1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7
              Multi-way pneumatic control block — Representative control-face configuration
              Representative control-face configuration

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the circuit, required way count, valve sequence and air port connection before quotation.

              Engineering Note

              Two original configurations are illustrated; the main image is a representative assembly and does not establish the supplied way count.

              SIMEI FT-PC-110 — Pneumatic emergency stop button
              SIMEI FT-PC-110

              Pneumatic emergency stop button

              Remote emergency stop connected to the outlet of the pneumatic control block; pressing the button stops the control block during tanker loading.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Normally mounted at the tanker rear or away from the loading position for accessible emergency operation.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              OperationPush to stop the pneumatic control block
              Air ports in drawingInlet, outlet and exhaust; 3 × G1/4
              Mounting holes in drawing2 × Ø6 mm; 25 mm centres
              Body materialConfirm before quotation
              Air pressure / temperatureConfirm before quotation
              Dimensions & Construction (1)

              Drawings are selection references. Confirm dimensions, tolerances and interfaces against the approved drawing before manufacture.

              Pneumatic emergency stop button — Pneumatic ports and mounting-hole reference
              Pneumatic ports and mounting-hole reference

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the emergency circuit response and compatible control block.

              Engineering Note

              Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

              SIMEI FT-PC-120 — Two-way push-pull pneumatic valve
              SIMEI FT-PC-120

              Two-way push-pull pneumatic valve

              Push-pull control for opening or closing simple pneumatic pipework.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Two-way structure performs air inlet, outlet and exhaust duties.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              OperationManual push-pull
              Illustrated handleRed ball knob
              Port thread / pressure / temperatureConfirm before quotation
              Body materialConfirm before quotation

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the pneumatic circuit and port allocation.

              Engineering Note

              Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

              SIMEI FT-PC-130 — Two-way push-pull pneumatic valve
              SIMEI FT-PC-130

              Two-way push-pull pneumatic valve

              Push-pull control for opening or closing simple pneumatic pipework.

              Technical details

              Main features

              • Two-way structure performs air inlet, outlet and exhaust duties.

              Technical & Ordering Data

              OperationManual push-pull
              Illustrated handleBlack push-pull knob
              Port thread / pressure / temperatureConfirm before quotation
              Body materialConfirm before quotation

              Confirm Before Order

              • Confirm the pneumatic circuit and port allocation.

              Engineering Note

              Confirm mating details and application suitability before ordering.

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              Send the SIMEI code, quantity, transported medium, operating conditions and mating drawing. Confirm materials, seals, interfaces and operating requirements before ordering.

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