The new standard for the gas valve industry complies with the requirements of GB/T8464-2023

According to news released by the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine, the new standard for the gas valve industry has been officially implemented in 2023. The standard is called GB/T8464-2023 "Gas Valve" and complies with national standards. The implementation of this new standard aims to improve the quality and safety performance of gas valves and ensure the gas safety of users and the public. The standard formulation process went through extensive discussions and demonstrations by multiple experts, fully taking into account relevant domestic and foreign technologies and experiences, and absorbing the latest scientific and technological achievements and industry trends. The new standard GB/T8464-2023 mainly includes the following contents: Terms and Definitions: Clarifies the professional terms and definitions involving gas valves, providing an accurate explanation for the correct understanding and implementation of the standard. Technical requirements: Covers various aspects such as the structure, materials, performance, test methods, and detection requirements of gas valves. These requirements are designed to ensure that the durability, sealing, reliability and safety performance of gas valves meet standard requirements. Marking, packaging, transportation and storage: Specifies the marking, packaging requirements, transportation and storage conditions of gas valves to ensure the integrity and quality of the product during transportation and use. Import and export control: Strict supervision and control is carried out on the import and export of gas valves to ensure compliance with national quality and safety requirements. The implementation of the new standards will further improve the product quality and technical level of the gas valve industry, and promote the healthy development of the industry and market competitiveness. Relevant companies and manufacturers should pay close attention to the requirements of the new standards, strengthen product research and development and production management, ensure that products meet the standard requirements, and provide more reliable and safe gas valve products. At the same time, users and consumers should choose products that meet the new standards when purchasing and using gas valves, and use and maintain them rationally to ensure the safety and reliability of gas supply. With the implementation of new standards, the gas valve industry will usher in new development opportunities and challenges, and strive to improve product quality and technical level to provide users with safer and more reliable gas valve products.