About Kennedy Valve
About Kennedy Valve
Kennedy Valve was founded in 1877 in Elmira, New York, and has grown into one of the most recognized names in waterworks products across North America. The company began producing fire hydrants in the 1890s and has since built a product catalog spanning gray and ductile iron castings used throughout municipal water and fire protection systems.
As a member of the McWane family of companies, Kennedy Valve operates as a gray and ductile iron foundry alongside computerized machining and assembly operations, allowing it to maintain tight dimensional control over complex valve bodies. The catalog includes fire hydrants, butterfly valves, check valves, and resilient seated gate valves, many of which carry UL and FM approvals for use in fire protection systems worldwide.
With nearly 150 years of continuous manufacturing history, Kennedy Valve remains a primary source for municipal water utilities, fire protection contractors, and waterworks distributors needing dependable cast iron valves and hydrants. ChatMRO indexes the Kennedy Valve catalog so buyers can search by valve type, size, or pressure class to find matching parts.
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Frequently asked questions
How long has Kennedy Valve been manufacturing waterworks products?
Kennedy Valve was founded in 1877 in Elmira, New York, and has operated continuously since, giving it nearly 150 years of manufacturing experience. The company began producing fire hydrants in the 1890s and has expanded its catalog considerably since then.
Is Kennedy Valve part of a larger manufacturing group?
Yes, Kennedy Valve is a member of the McWane family of companies, a group of gray and ductile iron foundries serving the waterworks industry. This affiliation supports its in-house casting, machining, and assembly capabilities.
What types of valves does Kennedy Valve manufacture?
Kennedy Valve's catalog includes fire hydrants, butterfly valves, check valves, and resilient seated gate valves. Many of these products carry UL and FM approvals for fire protection system use.
Are Kennedy Valve products certified for fire protection applications?
Many Kennedy Valve products are UL and FM approved, meeting the certification standards required for municipal and commercial fire protection systems. This certification is important for contractors and utilities specifying equipment for code-compliant installations.
Who typically purchases Kennedy Valve fire hydrants and valves?
Kennedy Valve products are primarily purchased by municipal water utilities, fire protection contractors, and waterworks distributors. Its long manufacturing history and foundry-based production make it a trusted source for replacement and new-installation waterworks hardware.