The present invention pertains to problems associated with the installation of new sillcocks in existing masonry or other building materials. A sillcock, or hose bib having broader base plate is provided to prevent collapse especially in older or damaged building materials and to minimize damage to new installations.

An embodiment of a fluid valve includes a substantially flat face plate, a receptacle, a cavity, and a valve assembly. The receptacle is disposed in the face plate and has at least one protrusion each configured to engage a respective at least one groove of a valve-opening-and-fluid-dispensing device. The cavity has a front end in fluid communication with the receptacle, and has a rear end. And the valve assembly is disposed in the cavity, includes a first sealing ring, is configured to form a seal by urging the sealing ring against the rear end of the cavity in response to the valve-opening-and-fluid-dispensing device being absent from the receptacle, and is configured to allow fluid to flow into the rear end of the cavity in response to the valve-opening-and-fluid-dispensing device being disposed in the receptacle.

Provided is an enclosure with an integrated hydrant. The enclosure includes a fluid flow conduit that transfers fluid from a fluid supply tube to a fluid outlet, which may be associated with the backflow preventer. The enclosure has a conduit that carries water from the fluid supply tube to the backflow preventer. Thus, a lower profile, lighter, and more aesthetically pleasing enclosure is provided.

An embodiment wall hydrant includes a reservoir, conduits containing an operating rod assembly and a service rod assembly, and a fluid outlet with a hose connector. The service rod assembly allows water supply to the hydrant to be shut-off from the front of the hydrant which allows servicing of the hydrant without requiring water shut-off to all or a portion of the water supply to the building. Embodiments include a vacuum relief dual check valve assembly at the fluid outlet which prevents backflow of water into the hydrant. Embodiments include a box which protects the hydrant controls.

A hydrant device includes a faucet body, a rotation shaft, an upper rotation cap, a check valve, a switch valve, a lower fixed cap, and a water intake seat. The faucet body is provided with a rotary knob connected with the rotation shaft which is connected with the upper rotation cap. A first elastic member is biased between the rotation shaft and the upper rotation cap. A second elastic member is biased between the upper rotation cap and the check valve. The check valve is provided with a stop face. The switch valve is combined with the upper rotation cap. The water intake seat is mounted on the faucet body. Thus, the stop face forms an anti-reverse state to seal the switch valve, thereby preventing water from being gathered in the switch valve.

An adjustable operating rod assembly is provided. In one embodiment a telescoping rod and tube are provided such that the length of the operating rod can be selectively adjusted in order to accommodate fluid inlet pipes of various lengths and regardless of manufacturer.

An insulated self-supporting water hydrant operating apparatus includes a molded exterior configured to provide stability and rigidity for standalone and alternative applications, a frost-free water valve, internal water conduit linked to an external water source, and expanding foam insulation to fill in all spaces inside the molded exterior shell and protect the plumbing and insulation from extreme weather conditions.

Disclosed is a valve including: a body; a closure member; and a closure member control rod, the control rod extending inside the body at least partially within a fluid flow area. The control rod includes, in the fluid flow area, at least one flowmeter including: a tubular body having two axial ends; a flow measuring device supported by the tubular body and associated with the tubular body so as to enable a flow of fluid flowing outside the tubular body to be measured, and the electrical connection; and an electrical connection extending outside of the tubular body and passing through the tubular body by at least one fluid-tight passage.

Disclosed is a valve including: a body; a closure member; and a closure member control rod, the control rod extending inside the body at least partially within a fluid flow area. The control rod includes, in the fluid flow area, at least one flowmeter including: a tubular body having two axial ends; a flow measuring device supported by the tubular body and associated with the tubular body so as to enable a flow of fluid flowing outside the tubular body to be measured, and the electrical connection; and an electrical connection extending outside of the tubular body and passing through the tubular body by at least one fluid-tight passage.

A method for attaching a relay module to a fire hydrant comprises positioning the relay module adjacent to the fire hydrant, the fire hydrant comprising a hydrant body and a bonnet coupled to the hydrant body by a plurality of fasteners, the bonnet mounted on top of the hydrant body, the relay module comprising a radio housing defining a top surface, a mast connected to the radio housing and extending upwards from the top surface, and a mounting bracket attached to the top surface, the mounting bracket engageable with the hydrant body; and securing the relay module to the fire hydrant such that the mounting bracket and a portion of the top surface is positioned beneath the bonnet.