ROTARY AIRLOCK VALVES

Rotary airlock valves, also known as rotary valves or rotary feeders, are used to discharge solid material from hoppers, bins, and receivers into a pressure or vacuum-driven pneumatic conveying system. The functions of an airlock valve include gravity discharge from rotary valves, filters, dust collectors, and storage devices. While used in both pressure or vacuum-style pneumatic conveying systems, these valves prevent air leakage and maintain consistent material flow rates. They regulate the pressure inside processing equipment, preventing clogging and ensuring smooth operation. In other words, they work as a “lock” to prevent any kind of air loss while performing important material handling functions. The rotary airlock valve is a critical component of the overall system.

Using our rotary airlock valves improves operational efficiency by reducing material loss, preventing equipment damage from pressure differentials, and enhancing overall system reliability. They contribute to cost savings by minimizing downtime and optimizing material handling processes, ultimately supporting productivity and profitability in industrial operations. Basically, these valves are used in a wide array of applications that need to minimize system air losses while still being able to transfer material between different parts with different pressures. They are also used as feeder valves to read and meter the flow of material between vessels with similar pressures.