Rotary Air Lock Valve

Rotary airlock valves are also called rotary feeders, rotary valves, or just rotary airlocks. Used in both pressure style and vacuum style pneumatic conveying systems, these valves serve as a “lock” to prevent air loss while simultaneously performing vital material handling functions.

A Rotary Airlock Feeder separates a pressure differential while allowing material to pass through it. Best way of thinking of how it works is imaging a revolving door in a building; it allows material to pass through, but maintains the pressure differential between the building and outside.