Gate valves are characterised as having either a rising or a nonrising stem. rising stems offer a visual indication of valve function due to the fact the stem is connected to the gate such that the gate and stem upward push and lower together because the valve is operated. nonrising stem valves may

Gate valves are characterised as having either a rising or a nonrising stem. Rising stems provide a visual indication of valve position because the stem is attached to the gate such that the gate and stem rise and lower together as the valve is operated. Nonrising stem valves may have a pointer