Water Hammer

Water hammer, sometimes referred to as “fluid hammer,” occurs when water from a pump is shut off suddenly and the water’s flow is abruptly stopped. It results in a loud banging sound like a hammer, hence the name. The problem is, this sudden smack of pressure created by the cut off of the water flow can cause major damage to pipes over time. Sturdy pipes of all sizes have been known to break and even explode if the water hammer is strong enough.

Water hammer can happen in any sized system, from a municipal water pump to a small one in your very own home. In large operations, the damage can be devastating, often causing deafening banging sounds heard by anyone near the pump itself. In a residence, water hammer is typically identified by a loud sound when your washer or dishwasher turns off, and it can be quite noisy as well. You could be doing daily damage to your pipes in your home and not even know it.

To prevent water hammer in systems large or small, Cycle Stop Valves has created a patented system of water pressure regulation that virtually eliminates water hammer altogether. Our valves use no electricity of their own. They actually save you energy costs by keeping the pressure constant throughout your pipes.

As opposed to just cutting off water pressure, this valve technology will keep the water pressure constant. It uses a reserve of water in a bladder tank to only use water as needed. You will save on water and energy consumption, and water hammer will be absorbed by the reserve of water in the bladder tank.

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