Korea Steel Power Corp. (KSPC) – South Korean Safety Equipment Manufacturer for Storage Tanks

Korea Steel Power Corp. (KSPC) is a South Korean manufacturer specializing in safety equipment for storage tanks containing both flammable and non-flammable liquids. The company is dedicated to developing advanced safety solutions that protect personnel, industrial facilities, and the environment during the operation of industrial storage systems.

One of KSPC's key strengths is its specialized product portfolio designed specifically for petrochemical storage tanks. Its product range includes Pressure Vacuum Relief Valves (Breather Valves), Pilot Operated Pressure Relief Valves, Flame Arresters, Breather Valves with Integrated Flame Arresters, Emergency Vent Covers, Gauge Hatch Covers, Nitrogen Blanketing Valves (N₂ Blanketing Valves), and Rupture Discs.

This specialized product strategy makes KSPC a reliable solution provider for industrial storage systems requiring pressure protection, vapor control, emission reduction, and fire and explosion prevention in petroleum, chemical, and other hazardous liquid storage applications.

History of the KSPC Brand

Korea Steel Power Corp. (KSPC) was established in 1991 in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Since its founding, the company has continuously expanded its operations and manufacturing capabilities. In 2010, KSPC relocated its headquarters and commissioned a new manufacturing facility in Gimpo City, strengthening its production capacity and supporting its long-term growth in the industrial safety equipment sector.

Key Milestones

• 1991: Founded Korea Steel Power Co., Ltd. in Hanam, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.
• 2010: Relocated its headquarters and established a new manufacturing plant in Gimpo City, South Korea.
• 2015: Achieved ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) certifications.
• 2018: Obtained ATEX Certification, demonstrating compliance with European standards for equipment intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.

 

 

A Leading Manufacturer of Storage Tank Safety Valves

KSPC specializes in developing industrial storage tank safety equipment, with a strong focus on pressure control, flame propagation prevention, and emergency pressure relief for storage tank safety and protection systems.

Its major product categories include:

• Breather Valve

• Flame Arrester

• Emergency Vent Cover

• Pilot Operated Valve

• Blanketing Valve

 

A Consistent Development Strategy

Beyond its role as a manufacturer, KSPC has established itself as a specialized provider of safety equipment for industrial storage tanks. The company maintains a clear strategic focus on solutions for the safe storage of both flammable and non-flammable liquids, with particular emphasis on operational safety, pressure control, and equipment protection.

KSPC also operates dedicated departments for International Sales, Domestic Sales, Research & Development (R&D) Technical Support, and Quality Control (QC). This organizational structure demonstrates that the company offers more than just products—it provides comprehensive customer support throughout the entire project lifecycle, from technical consultation and product selection to quality assurance and after-sales service.

 

 

 

 

 

Breather Valve KSPC

KSPC Breather Valve is a state-of-the-art pressure and vacuum relief solution, specifically engineered to protect storage tanks and industrial piping systems from excessive positive pressure and extreme vacuum conditions. It is widely used in the oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, power generation, and energy industries, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operation while maintaining the integrity of storage facilities and process systems.

KSBB/KSBS Breather Valve

•  KSBB / KSBS Breather Valve automatically relieves excess pressure and admits atmospheric air to prevent vacuum inside storage tanks, ensuring reliable tank protection.

• Size: 2" – 12"
• Body Material: Aluminum, WCB, SS304, SS316

• A standard and indispensable breather valve for gasoline, diesel, petroleum, solvent, and chemical storage tanks.

• Connection: Flanged 

 

 

 

KSBG/GS Vent Valve (Pipe-Away Breather Valve)

• The KSBG / GS Vent Valve is designed to recover hazardous and flammable vapors from storage tanks and safely direct them through a dedicated pipeline to a vapor recovery or treatment system, minimizing emissions and enhancing environmental protection.

• Size: 2" – 12"
• Body Material: Carbon Steel (WCB), Stainless Steel 304 / 316, Hastelloy

• Specifically designed for hazardous chemical storage tanks, the KSBG / GS Vent Valve is ideal for applications requiring stringent environmental protection, vapor emission control, and high safety standards.

• End Connection: Flanged

 

KSBGJ/GSJ Jacketed Breather Valve

• The KSBGJ / GSJ Jacketed Breather Valve features an integrated heating jacket that allows steam or hot oil to circulate through the valve body, continuously maintaining the valve disc at the required operating temperature. This design prevents the valve from sticking or becoming blocked due to solidification of the process medium.

• Size: 2" – 12"
• Body Material: Carbon Steel (WCB), Stainless Steel 304 / 316

• Specially designed for storage tanks containing media that easily solidify at ambient temperatures, such as bitumen (asphalt), sulfur, and other high-viscosity materials, ensuring reliable pressure and vacuum relief under heated service conditions.

• End Connection: Flanged

 

 

 

KSBJ Air Release Valve

• Automatically releases accumulated air pockets from liquid pipeline systems.
• Size: 1″ – 4″
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel (SS316 float)
• Connection: Threaded or Flanged
• Installed at high points or downstream of pump assemblies to prevent flow blockage and water hammer.

 

KSPC Pilot Operated Valve

The KSPC Pilot Operated Control Valve is a high-end technological solution designed in accordance with API 2000 standards. The device uses a pilot control valve mechanism to maintain an extremely tight shut-off performance up to very close to the set pressure threshold. It can automatically discharge a large flow instantly without requiring an increase in system pressure, thereby eliminating leakage and minimizing vapor or fluid loss to the maximum extent.

Pilot Operated KS105

• Relief of pressure beyond the operating limit via pilot control helps the valve achieve an absolutely tight shut-off. It is designed with an outlet path for vapor recovery of the process fluid.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 300
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Options: Heating jacket, sensors, PTFE lining

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pilot Operated KS120

• Automatically releases pressure exceeding the operating threshold and directly draws in vacuum compensation to the atmosphere, ensuring maximum tightness.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 300
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Options: Heating jacket, sensors, PTFE lining

 

 

KSPC Flame Arrester

KSPC Flame Arrester is a highly critical safety solution designed to extinguish flames and prevent flame propagation back into storage tanks and industrial pipeline systems. The product meets stringent international standards, providing absolute protection for storage and transportation systems handling flammable and explosive media in the oil & gas and chemical industries.

In-Line Flame Arrester KSFI

• Deflagration Flame Arrester (Van chống cháy ngược dòng cháy bùng) is installed directly on pipeline systems to effectively prevent flame propagation inside the system.
• Size: DN 20 ~ DN 300 (or larger)
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Options: Heating jacket, anti-corrosion coating

 

 

 

 

 

In-Line Flame Arrester KSFD

• High-performance Detonation Flame Arrester (van chống cháy nổ tốc độ cao – detonation type) is a premium safety valve designed to protect extremely hazardous fluid pipelines. It is specifically engineered to prevent flame propagation under high-speed detonation conditions in industrial piping systems carrying highly dangerous media.
• Size: DN 20 ~ DN 300
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Options: Heating jacket, PTFE lining, temperature sensor

End-Line Flame Arrester KSFE

• Flame Arrester installed at the end of a vent line discharging directly to the atmosphere (typically mounted on tank rooftops), designed to prevent external flames from propagating back into the tank.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 300
• Material: WCB, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Options: Automatic weather hood, insect protection mesh

 

 

 

 

End-Line Flame Arrester KSFF

• Compact flame arrester series, specifically designed for installation at the end of vent lines or pressure relief outlets of small storage tanks.
• Size: DN 20 ~ DN 100
• Material: Aluminum, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Clamp, Threaded, or Flanged
• Options: Stainless steel protective mesh

 

 

 

 

KSPC Breather Valve combined with Flame Arrester

KSPC Breather Valve combined with Flame Arrester is designed and rigorously tested in accordance with API 2000 and ISO 16852 standards. The device uses advanced technology to protect storage tanks from excessive overpressure or extreme vacuum conditions, prevent uncontrolled air ingress, minimize fluid loss due to evaporation, and stop flame flashback into the tank.

Find out now when it is necessary to combine a breather valve and a flame arrester here!

KSBBFI / BSFI

• • A combined product integrating the KSBB or KSBS atmospheric pressure/vacuum breather valve with a flame arrester.
  • Size: DN 50 ~ DN 350
  • Material: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel 304/316
  • Connection: Flanged
  • Certified: ATEX / KFI, IIA / IIB3 / IIC

 

 

 

 

 

KSBGFI / GSFI

• A combined product integrating the KSBG or KSGS breather valve with a flame arrester. It is equipped with a piping connection to return recovered process fluids to the treatment system.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 350
• Material: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Certified: ATEX / KFI, IIA / IIB3 / IIC

 

 

KSBBFH / BSFH

• A combined product integrating the KSBB (weight-loaded) or KSBS (spring-loaded) pressure/vacuum breather valve with a flat hood design discharging to the atmosphere, together with a flame arrester.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 350
• Material: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Certified: ATEX / KFI, IIA / IIB3 / IIC

 

 

 

 

 

KSVRFI / VSFI

• A combined product integrating the KSVR or KSVS atmospheric vacuum breather valve with a flame arrester. This device is specially designed to protect storage tanks when internal pressure drops significantly.
• Size: DN 50 ~ DN 350
• Material: Aluminum, Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel 304/316
• Connection: Flanged
• Certified: ATEX / KFI, IIA / IIB3 / IIC

 

 

 

Where are KSPC products commonly used?

Breather valves and flame arresters are used on storage tanks and storage systems with a risk of flammable vapor generation, in order to control pressure and prevent fire and explosion hazards. These devices are commonly installed in:

• Fuel and oil storage tanks in oil & gas plants
• Storage facilities for ethanol, methanol, and industrial solvents
• Chemical plants with flammable vapor environments
• VOC vapor recovery systems in industrial applications
• Biogas and renewable gas systems
• Paint, ink, and solvent production plants
• Raw material storage tanks in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetics industries

In which, the breather valve is responsible for balancing internal tank pressure, protecting equipment from overpressure or vacuum conditions. The flame arrester is installed on vent lines to prevent flame propagation into the tank, thereby enhancing fire safety and reducing system risks.

PME – Official Exclusive Distributor of Genuine KSPC Breather Valves and Flame Arresters in Vietnam

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Product information, images, and technical specifications are sourced from the official KSPC catalog and website.