Rotating airlocks are sometimes known as rotary feeders, rotary locks, or just "airlocks." Their primary function remains the same despite the variations in terminology. Pneumatic conveying systems facilitate the transfer of dry, free-flowing bulk materials, such as powders, granules, pellets, nuggets, dust, and crystals, from a storage bin, storage silo, hopper, cyclone, or receiver to the subsequent stage of manufacturing. These valves are necessary to maintain the dependability and efficiency of pneumatic conveying and material handling systems. They maintain system pressure, stop air leaks, and guarantee a steady and regulated flow of bulk materials.
We consider ourselves proven experts on the different rotary airlock and valve designs that our customers can choose from, having spent years designing and producing rotary airlocks. Because we know that temperature, pressure, size, and construction all have a big impact on how different materials are processed, we carefully machine each of our rotary airlock valves to meet those exact requirements. To guarantee optimum, dependable, and worry-free functioning that satisfies your specific requirements, each of our rotary airlocks may be precisely tailored to your exact processing specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The flow rate, pressure drop, material characteristics of the powder or grains being handled, and many other parameters determine the size of the rotary airlock valve that should be chosen. To choose the appropriate size for your application, it is crucial to speak with our specialist.
Regular inspection, cleaning, rotor wear and operation checks, bearing surface lubrication, and sealing mechanism condition are all part of maintaining a rotary airlock valve. Following the manufacturer's maintenance instructions is crucial to ensuring the valve operates correctly and lasts a long time.
Rotary airlock valves frequently experience wear and tear, clogging, material accumulation in the rotor pockets, seal leaks, and bearing failures. The valve should be cleaned, examined, and any worn or damaged parts replaced in order to resolve these issues.