Bypass Your Troubles

Bypass Your Troubles

For utility companies, having to shut off access to gas for one reason or another can be a headache for both the customer and the utility. Not only does this require a scheduled appointment but it also leaves the utility company responsible for anything that can potentially go wrong throughout the process. In addition, having to enter a customer’s premises was a true obstacle during the peak of the pandemic and will be going forward.

The natural gas meter set includes many parts that work together to safely deliver and measure natural gas to a structure, including the meter bar or valve. Whether it’s turning off a customer’s service or changing the meter, or any other component on the meter set, this may involve manipulating the meter bar or valve along the way. In general, bypass technology applies to gas parts that allow maintenance and service of any kind without interrupting gas flow for the consumer. This means no loss of pilot lights; meter change-outs can be performed anytime; and the gas supply is always ready and regulated to the correct pressure.

From bypass meter bars to bypass valves, A.Y. McDonald is proud to be the only manufacturer to provide a one-stop shop for bypass options. No matter what your meter maintenance needs may be, we have the bypass solution for you. And to make your life even easier, we offer each of these options as Meter Set Assemblies that are fully tested prior to shipping. Below is a complete list of the bypass options that A.Y. McDonald provides, along with a video for visual representation on how bypass technology works at the meter set:

• Bypass Angle and Inline Ball Valve
• Regulated Hose Kit
• Portable Bypass Kit
• Residential Bypass Meter Bar
• Meter Set Assemblies (MSAs)

Bypass technology isn’t about solving the challenges our industry faces today relative to other energy sources. It’s about solving the challenges of tomorrow so the natural gas industry has a brighter future. Overall, bypass provides an added security and flexibility to the gas application that wasn’t previously offered in the industry. To that end, choosing A.Y. McDonald’s bypass products means that reschedules, loss of pilot lights, and interruptions of service are in the past.
 

Looking for a reliable, safe, and convenient way to service gas meter sets? You’ve found it. For ordering information or to simply learn more about the topic, contact our customer service department at 1-800-AYCARES or fill out a Contact Us form on aymcdonald.com.