Actuated Butterfly Control Valves, control the flow of gas or liquid by means of a disk, which turns on a diametrical axis inside a pipe or by two semicircular plates hinged on a common spindle, which permits flow in only one direction. These valves offer a rotary stem movement of 90 degrees or less, in a compact design. Unlike ball valves, they do not have any pockets in which fluids may become trapped when the valve is closed. They are quick opening valves that consist of a metal circular disc or vane with its pivot axes at right angles to the direction of flow in the pipe, which when rotated on a shaft, seals against seats in the valve body. They are normally used as throttling valves to control flow.

AWWA Standards are vital guidelines for all facets of the drinking water community. They provide the minimum requirements for design, installation, performance, and manufacturing of products used in the water industry, including pipe, chemicals, storage facilities, valves, and other appurtenances.