DRP Valves refers to a prominent Indian group of companies that manufactures and exports a wide range of valves and pipe fittings. The "DRP Group" has a history dating back to 1965 when its founder, Shri Pran Nath Bhala, began his journey in metal works. The group has grown significantly, establishing multiple manufacturing units.
Here's a breakdown of DRP Valves:
Company Background & Structure:
Founding: The DRP Group was founded by Shri Pran Nath Bhala, who established M/S DRP Metal Works (Regd.) in 1976 to manufacture gunmetal valves.
Headquarters: The DRP Group's main operations are based in Jalandhar, Punjab, India (specifically on Bulandpur Road).
Group Companies: The DRP Group comprises several specialized units, including:
DRP Metal Works (1976): Focuses on Bronze & Stainless Steel Valves & Cocks.
Veeson Valves Pvt. Ltd. (1992): Specializes in Cast Iron Industrial Valves & Cocks.
DRP Malleables Pvt. Ltd. (1996): Handles Malleable Iron, Galvanized Iron & Carbon Steel Heavy Pipe Fittings.
Dhaniram Industries (2003): Manufactures Brass Valves & Cocks.
Management: Even today, the operations are conducted under the guidance and leadership of Shri Pran Nath Bhala, with the next generation of technically qualified individuals slowly taking over.
Certifications: The DRP Group holds various certifications, including ISO 9001:2015. Their ductile iron pipe fittings are UL Listed and FM Approved, which is crucial for applications like fire protection systems. They also provide ISI Mark and Works Test Certificates for their valves.
Product Range: DRP Valves manufactures a diverse range of valves in various materials and for multiple applications:
Ball Valves:
Bronze Ball Valves (Screwed, Flanged Ends)
Brass Ball Valves (Screwed, including one-piece, reduce bore, full bore)
Stainless Steel Ball Valves (Investment Casting SS 304/316, Screwed, 3-piece Flanged Ends, 3 Way Ball Valves)
Carbon Steel Ball Valves (Screwed, Flanged Ends)
Cast Iron Ball Valves (from Veeson Valves Pvt. Ltd.)
Ball Valves with Strainers (Brass)
Gate Valves / Sluice Valves:
Gun Metal Gate Valves (Fullway, Wheel Valve, Screwed In Bonnet, Inside Screw, Non-rising Stem, Integral Seats, ISI Marked)
Bronze Gate Valves (Hatterslay Type, Tanker Bronze Gate Valve)
Cast Iron Gate Valves (from Veeson Valves Pvt. Ltd.)
Check Valves / Non-Return Valves (NRV):
Bronze Check Valves (Vertical, Horizontal, Union Bonnet)
Gun Metal Vertical Check Valves
Brass Swing Check Valves
Dual Plate Check Valves (from Veeson Valves Pvt. Ltd.)
Bronze Foot Valves
Globe Valves:
Bronze Wheel Globe Valves
Bronze Globe Steam Stop Valves (Screwed)
Stainless Steel Globe Steam Valves (Screwed)
Bronze Angle Lift Check Valve
Butterfly Valves:
Cast Iron Butterfly Valves (Wafer Type, often ISI Marked, from Veeson Valves Pvt. Ltd.)
