Four Industrial Valve Replacements in Baker Street, London
IDWe Ltd recently completed a successful replacement of butterfly valves for Ignite Facilities Management Ltd at Chiltern Court, Baker Street, NW1. Our team carried out the project out of hours to minimise disruption to tenants and staff. We installed three 100mm and one 150mm PN16 butterfly valves on LTHW pipework. This work now allows future isolation and replacement of four-port valves with minimal disruption.
Project Overview
Client: Ignite Facilities Management Ltd
Site Location: Chiltern Court, Baker Street, NW1
Scope: Replacement of 3 x 100mm and 1 x 150mm PN16 Butterfly Valves
System: Low Temperature Hot Water (LTHW) Pipework
Duration: One evening, out of hours
Valve Replacement Services Delivered
Two of our experienced engineers attended site during the evening to carry out the butterfly valve replacement.
We used liquid nitrogen pipe freezing to isolate the LTHW system safely. This method allowed us to stop the water flow without shutting down the full system.
Once the pipework froze and the water flow stopped, we removed the existing faulty valves. Our team then supplied and installed four new PN16 butterfly valves – three sized 100mm and one 150mm.
After fitting the valves, we released the isolation and refilled the system. We checked thoroughly for leaks and confirmed the pipework was fully operational.
Replacement of Butterfly Valves: Project Outcome
- The site remained operational throughout the works.
- Our engineers worked efficiently to complete the project within the agreed timeframe.
- We left the site clean and disposed of all removed valves at a licensed recycling facility.
- The client can now isolate and service four-port valves at their convenience.
- Minimal disruption and maximum peace of mind for the building users.
How Pipe Freezing and Industrial Valve Replacement Work Together
When it comes to commercial or industrial plumbing systems, replacing a valve isn’t always as simple as turning off a tap. Many systems can’t be shut down easily – especially in buildings where downtime isn’t an option. That’s where pipe freezing steps in. It’s the cleanest and most efficient way to isolate pipework without draining the entire system.
At IDWe Ltd, we often use pipe freezing as part of our valve replacement services. It’s a method that makes tricky jobs faster, safer, and far less disruptive for our clients.
What Is Pipe Freezing?
Pipe freezing involves using liquid nitrogen to create an ice plug inside a section of pipe. This temporary freeze isolates the water flow, allowing engineers to carry out works without draining the system or closing down the building’s services.
We apply pipe freezing to low temperature hot water (LTHW), chilled water, or mains water systems—perfect for valve replacements, pipe modifications, or maintenance work.
Want to Learn More?
We’ve put together a helpful guide to explain exactly how pipe freezing works and when to use it. It’s ideal if you’re considering valve replacement in a live system:
Read Our Guide to Pipe Freezing
Can we help you?
IDWe Ltd delivers fast, clean, and reliable valve replacement services across London and the South East. If you need support with your commercial or industrial pipework, get in touch with our team today.
Furthermore, for more information on IDWe Ltd Pipe Freezing Services:
Get a quote, please call 020 8302 7644 or email info@idwe.co.uk
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