Slide Valves, Diverters, Spouting and Fittings
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General
Slide valves, spouting and fittings are the connection components that transform a set of individual machines into a complete operational production system. We manufacture a robust range of heavy duty components designed to be compatible with our ranges of Bucket Elevators, Screw Conveyors & Dischargers and Chain & Flight Conveyors. We offer clients the convenience and peace of mind of a one-stop shop for their materials handling needs. Guttridge slide valves, spouting & fittings are in use in many different industry sectors handling a huge variety of bulk materials.
Specification
Our valves are designed to handle a variety of different materials in many environments and the materials of construction and finish can be varied to suit customer requirements.
Standard Features and Options
Some standard features and common options are listed below, but we can customise our Slide Valves, Spouting and Fittings in many different ways to suit customer requirements. Please click on a heading below to display a photo and details.
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ATEX*
Features:
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Diverter Types Available*
Features:
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Electro-pneumatic - complete with rotary actuator limit microswitches for status indication and solenoid valve for actuation
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Motorised - linear actuator/geared motor with limit of travel microswitches
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Remote - with rope or chainwheel & chain for hand operation
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Manual - lever operated
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Special Purpose Spouting and Fittings - available designed and built to customers
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Slide Valve Types Available*
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Electro-pneumatic - complete with limit microswitches for status indication and solenoid valve for actuation. Automatic closure on power failure
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Motorised - leadscrew operated via a belt drive, complete with limit microswitches for status indication
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Rack & Pinion - with handwheel or chainwheel & chain for hand operation with optional limit microswitches for status indication
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Manual - push-pull operation with optional limit microswitches for status indication
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Special purpose slide valves built to customers' own specific requirements
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Slide Valves Specification
Features:
- Covers - Protective covers are fitted top and bottom
- Slide Rollers - The slide plate runs on large diameter nylon rollers mounted on zinc plated hubs
- Seals - A flexible nylon top seal and brush bottom seal clean the slide plate at every stroke
- Electrical - Where specified an externally mounted electrical connection box allows all wiring to be quickly and easily connected
- Operation - All slide valves are fully tested before despatch
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Spouting and Fittings
Features:
- Construction - fabricated from mild steel with a painted finish, galvanised or stainless steel
- Sizes available - 180mm, 230mm, 300mm nominal external size in round or square configuration
- Specification - fittings are fabricated in 3mm thick material, ducting is fabricated in 2mm thick material. Diverter valve flaps are mounted on nylon bearings for long, maintenance-free life
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* - Optional Equipment
Please contact us for details of the many options available and for special purpose requirements.
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