The top 3 best butterfly valve brands today

The top 3 best butterfly valve brands today

If you’re looking for a reliable butterfly valve for your water supply, fire protection (FIRE-FIGHTING), or HVAC system, you’ve probably wondered:
“Which butterfly valve brand is good? Are there any trusted brands that are durable, easy to replace, and long-lasting?”

In reality, there are dozens of options on the market, but not every brand can guarantee tight sealing, long-term durability, and easy maintenance.
Selecting the wrong valve can result in premature failure, leakage, or increased operating costs over time.

Understanding this, Bao Tin Steel has compiled a list of the Top 3 most reliable butterfly valve brands—both internationally and in Vietnam—to help you make the best decision for your project.

Top 3 Global Butterfly Valve Manufacturers

1. Emerson (Fisher & Keystone)

Emerson is a leading industrial conglomerate based in the United States, with over 100 years of experience in the industrial valve sector. The company owns well-known sub-brands such as Fisher and Keystone, and maintains a global presence in more than 130 countries.

Widely trusted across oil & gas, power generation, and heavy-duty water treatment industries, Emerson is renowned for its advanced automation technologies and engineering excellence.

Currently, Emerson holds approximately 18% of the global butterfly valve market share, positioning itself as a market leader in high-performance valves and digitally controlled smart valve systems.

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Emerson butterfly valve

Key Features

  • High-performance butterfly valve design with double and triple offset technologies – minimises friction, extends service life, and ensures tight shutoff.
  • Smart sensor integration and digital positioner (FIELDVUE DVC7K) – enables predictive maintenance and remote monitoring.
  • Certified to international standards: API 609, ASME B16.34, ISO 5208, SIL3 – suitable for the most demanding industrial applications.

Advantages & Limitations

Key Advantages

  • Exceptional performance in extreme temperature, pressure, and corrosive environments
  • Long service life with minimal maintenance required
  • Extensive global distribution network and OEM service support
  • Digital integration enables seamless system automation

Limitations

  • High initial investment cost, mainly suited for large-scale plants or critical infrastructure projects
  • Longer lead times for direct-import orders

Representative Models

  • Keystone K-LOK (Series 360/362, 370/372):
    High-performance bidirectional sealing butterfly valves
  • Fisher Triple-Offset Valve:
    Ideal for steam, compressed gas, corrosive, or high-temperature applications
  • Keystone Series V30/V32:
    Multi-standard certified, suitable for chemical processing, marine, and water treatment industries

Flowserve Corporation

Flowserve is one of the Top 3 largest industrial valve manufacturers in the world, headquartered in the United States.
Founded in 1997 through the merger of long-established brands such as BW/IP and Durco, Flowserve now operates in over 50 countries and generates nearly USD 4 billion in annual revenue.

Flowserve’s high-performance butterfly valves alone account for approximately 15% of the global market share, and are especially prominent in the chemical, power generation, mining, and industrial water treatment sectors—where reliability, durability, and stable operation are critical.

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Flowserve Butterfly Valves

Key Features

  • Focused on high-performance butterfly valves for harsh industrial services: high pressure, high temperature, and corrosive environments.
  • Triple-offset design ensures absolute tightness and exceptional durability over tens of thousands of operating cycles.
  • Diverse product range: from standard valves with EPDM seals to heavy-duty industrial valves rated for temperatures up to 500°F (260°C).

Advantages & Limitations

Advantages

  • High reliability in continuous industrial systems requires stable, long-term operation.
  • Supports multiple industries: oil & gas, power generation, chemical processing, water treatment, pulp & paper.
  • Suitable for precise flow control and bidirectional shutoff applications.
  • Certified by: API, DNV-GL, Lloyd’s Register, ABS, CCS.

Limitations

  • Higher-than-average price, especially for triple-offset butterfly valves.

  • Primarily distributed through professional dealers; less common in the consumer market.

Representative Models

  • Big Max BX2001:
    Triple-offset butterfly valve designed for high-pressure, high-temperature environments.
  • TX3:
    High-performance triple-offset valve used in chemical and oil & gas systems.
  • FLOWSEAL®:
    Bidirectional sealing butterfly valve with cast iron or stainless steel body, rated up to Class 600 pressure, suitable for HVAC and power plants.

Bray International

Bray International is a reputable industrial valve brand headquartered in Houston, Texas, USA, with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing butterfly valves, ball valves, and flow control systems.

Bray operates in more than 40 countries and holds a leading position in the soft-seated butterfly valve segment and water technology market, accounting for approximately 12–14% of the global butterfly valve market share.

Bray’s products are especially popular in municipal water treatment systems, industrial HVAC plants, and infrastructure projects that require reliable and durable fluid control solutions.

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Bray butterfly valve

Key Features

  • Known for high-performance butterfly valves, especially prominent in water and wastewater treatment applications.
  • Utilizes double offset (McCannalok) and triple offset (Tri Lok) valve technologies – optimizing tight sealing and leak prevention in high-pressure and high-temperature environments.
  • Strong focus on valve solutions for water technology, HVAC systems, filtration systems, and light industry.

Advantages & Limitations

Advantages

  • Robust design with long service life, capable of withstanding hundreds of thousands of operating cycles.
  • Specially vulcanized EPDM seals compatible with chlorinated/chloramine water and high temperatures.
  • Multiple certifications: ISO 9001, API 607, API 609, NSF/ANSI 61 & 372, SIL 3.
  • Extended warranty policy (36 months) and global support.

Limitations

  • Some specialised models are not widely available in the Vietnamese market.
  • Higher price point compared to more common brands in the same segment.

Representative Models

  • Tri Lok:
    Triple-offset butterfly valve used in oil & gas, steam, and high-pressure industrial water applications.
  • McCannalok Series 41R:
    Double-offset butterfly valve known for bidirectional tightness and outstanding durability.
  • Bray Series 30/31/32:
    Soft-seated butterfly valve series, highly efficient for HVAC and water treatment systems.

Top 3 Best Butterfly Valve Brands in the Vietnamese Market

ShinYi (Taiwan/Vietnam)

ShinYi Valve Corporation is an industrial valve brand originating from Taiwan, strategically establishing a manufacturing facility in Dong Nai Province, Vietnam, since 2005.

It is one of the few brands capable of complete in-country production, which helps optimise costs, shorten delivery times, and offer flexible customisation according to project requirements.

With these advantages, ShinYi holds more than 25–30% market share in the industrial butterfly valve segment in Vietnam, particularly prominent in fire protection (FIRE-FIGHTING), water treatment, and HVAC projects—where manual gear-operated valves and electric signal valves are commonly used.

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Shin Yi Butterfly Valve

Key Features

  • Wide product range: from lever-operated and gear-operated butterfly valves, to electric signal valves, electric control valves, and standard flanged valves compliant with BS/JIS standards.
  • Valve body made of ductile iron (FCD450), disc made of stainless steel (CF8/CF8M), with EPDM or PTFE seals—suitable for various media including clean water, wastewater, and fire protection (FIRE-FIGHTING).
  • Manufactured according to BS5155 and BS EN558-1 standards, certified by ISO 9001:2008, FM Approvals, and UL Listed.

Advantages & Limitations

Advantages

  • Competitive pricing due to local manufacturing.
  • Fast delivery with a wide range of sizes readily available in Vietnam.
  • Easy spare parts replacement and clear warranty policies.
  • Quick product customization according to project requirements (materials, connections, coatings, etc.).

Limitations

  • Limited range of advanced electric control valve models compared to international brands.
  • Stable quality but not suitable for extremely demanding applications (strong chemicals, ultra-high pressure).

Representative Models

  • WB series:
    Lever-operated and gear-operated butterfly valves with ductile iron bodies — popular in fire protection and water treatment applications.
  • EOM series:
    ShinYi electric control valves integrating linear motor actuators.
  • ShinYi Electric Signal Butterfly Valves:
    Suitable for installation in fire alarm systems, residential buildings, and factories.

YDK (South Korea)

YDK Valve Co., Ltd. is a reputable industrial valve brand from South Korea, with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing butterfly valves, gate valves, globe valves, and control valves. YDK products are widely used in Vietnam across both industrial and civil construction projects, especially through official distribution networks such as Thép Bảo Tín. With consistent quality and high durability, YDK is currently among the Top 5 most popular imported butterfly valve brands in Vietnam, holding approximately 10–15% market share. The brand is especially prominent in fire protection (firefighting), residential water supply, and industrial plant projects in the southern and central regions of the country.

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YDK butterfly valve

Key Features

  • A wide range of butterfly valves compatible with both JIS10K and PN10/PN16 standards, easily integrated into piping systems in Vietnam.
  • Valve bodies made of epoxy-coated cast iron, with stainless steel or nickel-plated ductile iron discs, and EPDM/NBR seats, ensuring high sealing performance and excellent corrosion resistance.
  • Compact design for easy operation and installation in both vertical and horizontal orientations — ideal for tight technical piping systems.

Advantages & Limitations

Outstanding Advantages

  • High durability with minimal maintenance — ideal for projects requiring long-term stable operation.
  • Readily available in Vietnam, with full CO-CQ (Certificate of Origin and Quality).
  • Reasonably priced in relation to its quality.
  • Excellent warranty policy, extendable to 18–24 months for large orders or projects.

Limitations

  • Limited range of electric/pneumatic actuator models compared to major global brands (e.g., Emerson, Bray).
  • Lacks advanced automation and remote control integration in current product lines.

Featured Models

  • YDK-VG series: Lever-operated butterfly valves, commonly used in fire protection systems and water treatment.
  • YDK-VW series: Gear-operated butterfly valves, designed for medium to high-pressure applications.
  • YDK Signal Valve: Butterfly valve with electrical signal feedback, suitable for fire alarm panel integration — ideal for factories and apartment buildings.

You can refer to some YDK butterfly valve series below:

Wonil (Korea)

Wonil Industrial Co., Ltd. is a long-established industrial valve brand from South Korea, founded in 1987. With over 30 years of experience, Wonil has secured a strong position in the Asian market and is increasingly favoured in Vietnam thanks to its consistent quality, competitive pricing, and clear warranty policies.

Currently, Wonil holds approximately 8–10% market share in the mid-range butterfly valve segment in Vietnam. The brand is especially popular in fire protection (firefighting), HVAC, residential, and light industrial projects, where M&E contractors and construction firms highly value its cost-effectiveness.

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Wonil butterfly valve

Key Features

  • Full range of butterfly valves available: lever-operated, gear-operated, electric-actuated, and pneumatic-actuated models
  • Valve body typically made of epoxy-coated cast iron; disc made of 304/316 stainless steel; sealing materials include EPDM, NBR, or PTFE
  • Products meet international standards such as KS B 2813, KFI, and ISO 9002, ensuring long-term, reliable operation

Advantages & Limitations

Key Advantages

  • Reasonable pricing with reliable quality — highly suitable for residential and mid-sized industrial projects
  • Positive user feedback: easy to install and maintain, low leakage rate, and smooth operation
  • 12-month replacement warranty policy provides added peace of mind
  • Available in Vietnam with full CO–CQ certificates and nationwide delivery

Limitations

  • Not yet widely adopted in projects requiring automation or digital control systems
  • Limited availability for large diameters (DN400 and above usually require custom orders)

Featured Models

  • Wonil WB Series: Manual (lever/gear) butterfly valves — widely used in water supply, HVAC, and firefighting systems
  • Wonil Electric Series: Electrically actuated butterfly valves — integrated with linear motor controls
  • Wonil Stainless Steel (DN80–DN200): Cost-effective stainless steel butterfly valve line — ideal for food-grade and clean water applications

You can refer to some Wonil butterfly valve models below:

Bao Tin Steel – Trusted Distributor of Industrial Butterfly Valves

When selecting butterfly valves, it is essential to consider not only the brand and quality but also to have a reliable distribution partner who can offer fast delivery, genuine products, and comprehensive technical support. That’s why Bao in Steel is the top choice of hundreds of engineers, contractors, and M&E units across Vietnam.

At Bao Tin Steel, you will receive:

  • 100% genuine products from reputable brands like ShinYi, YDK, Wonil, complete with CO–CQ certificates
  • In-depth technical consultation to help you select the right butterfly valve for your project
  • Ready stock warehouse, nationwide fast delivery, and full invoice support
  • Attractive discount policies, especially for M&E contractors, fire protection units, or bulk purchases
  • Clear warranty policy with 1-to-1 replacement for manufacturer defects

Whether you are working on water supply systems, fire protection (PCCC), HVAC, or manufacturing plants, Bao Tin Steel is your reliable partner offering the best solutions at competitive costs.

Contact us now for a free quote and technical consultation:
Hotline/Zalo: +84 932 059 176
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