Since 1970, Thorco has provided in-shop and field repair services for all types of relief valves manufactured by Farris, Anderson Greenwood, Crosby, Consolidated, Kunkle, Lonergan, etc. Our experienced staff of technicians are prepared to handle your scheduled or emergency valve repair requirements at all times . . . .

Factory authorized  Farris “Fast Center”.
ASME and National Board Authorizations.
Extensive personnel training and qualifications.
Wide range of capabilities and equipment.
Accurate documentation and data management.
Technical support for all customers.
Inventory of parts and valves.
24x7 emergency response.

Thorco maintains two ASME Certificates of Authorization for the use of Code symbol stamps.  These authorizations are as an assembler of safety and safety-relief valves for . . .
Code Section I, “V” Stamped Power Boiler Safety Valves
Code Section VIII, “UV” Stamped Pressure Vessel Relief Valves

The National Board Certificate of Authorization for use of the VR repair symbol stamp is also maintained.  The scope of this authorization includes . . .
ASME Code Sections – I and VIII
Location – Shop and Field Repairs
Test Media – Air, Gas, Steam, and Liquid
Special Processes – Machining and Welding

Thorco recognizes its strength lies in its people.  That’s why our employees are thoroughly trained in the skills required to ensure a high standard of quality.  When you work with Thorco personnel, you are getting…
Personnel with repair experience that exceeds 150 years.
Factory trained technicians with extensive in field training.
Personnel with safety training that exceeds OSHA requirements.
OQ training and qualifications for applicable covered tasks.
Drug testing programs to meet DOT and other Consortium requirements.
Background checks are conducted on all personnel.

Versatility and flexibility are what Thorco offers its customers.  Whether you bring your valves to one of our repair centers or need on-site or in-place valve repair, we’ll provide the service required to meet your needs.  The equipment used to support our repair capabilities includes the following…
Mobile repair units for on-site relief valve repairs.
Air, steam and liquid testing capabilities.
Pressure-vacuum vent valve repair and testing.
Seat re-cutting machine for weld-on safety valve repair.
Electronic lift-assist device for testing safety valves on-line.
Certified dead weight tester for gauge calibration.
OEM replacement parts are used on all repairs

Documentation is a key element of today’s valve repair service.  Internal documentation is used to ensure that all repairs are properly performed to each customer’s individual requirements.  Here are just a few of the documentation systems and data management services Thorco offers are…
ASME quality control system for all relief valve repairs.
Written procedures to ensure in-process control and consistency of the repair processes.
Inspection specifications to check the critical dimensions of components.
Internal documentation to ensure individual customer requirements are met.
Individual travelers document the “as received” condition and repairs of each valve.
Maintenance database provides a complete history of all repairs performed.
Traceability is maintained on all valves, replacement parts and repairs.

One of the ways Thorco ensure quick customer response is by dedicating an administrative support staff for the Valve repair Services Group.  This means our technicians concentrate on the customers’ repair needs while the administrators expertly coordinate schedules and provide the required documentation.  Our technical support group provides…
Maintenance planning and scheduling assistance.
Valve sizing, application reviews and recommendations.
Relief valve training seminars and valve technician training.
Consulting for special applications and regulatory compliance.

Replacement parts and valves are readily available at Thorco facilities in Tulsa, OK, Santa Fe Springs, CA and Borger, TX.  Included in these inventories are…
Spring-loaded relief valves, sizes ½’ to 8” flanged.
Pilot-operated relief valves, sizes 1” to 6” flanged.
OEM replacement parts.

When you have an emergency, you need an immediate response. Thorco addresses this need with our 24x7 customer service. Our telephones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Employee cell and home telephone numbers are available upon request.