Paul Bowman
Technical Support RepPaul really likes helping people. And with more than 25 years in the manufacturing world, he can help you keep your equipment functioning at its best. He will happily share his in-depth knowledge on testing, quality control and equipment engineering. That way you can keep a smile on your face as you listen to the smooth sounds of your machinery running efficiently, continuously, and uninterrupted by downtime.
Articles written by Paul Bowman
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Nov 14, 2022 by Paul Bowman
How to: Clean a Quick-Clean Rotary Valve
Quick-Clean rotary valves are designed for fast, tool-less cleanup — just follow these steps to get it done
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Sep 16, 2022 by Paul Bowman
Quiz: How are rotary valves manufactured?
Do you know how to tell if a rotary airlock valve is manufactured for quality, efficiency, and safety? Take the quiz to find out.
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Aug 23, 2022 by Paul Bowman
How to: Remove a rotary valve endplate
Learn how to remove the endplate from a standard rotary airlock valve
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Feb 17, 2020 by Paul Bowman
Are rotary airlocks supposed to leak?
The answer is yes… and no. Airlocks aren’t infallible, but there are ways to minimize leaks and keep air flow consistent
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Jan 14, 2020 by Paul Bowman
Yes, you actually do need to check your rotor clearances
Measure your valve’s rotor-to-housing tolerances regularly to stay NFPA compliant and maximize material flow
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Oct 24, 2019 by Paul Bowman
Unchain your rotary valve with direct drives
Direct drive valves eliminate unnecessary parts to keep workers safe and minimize downtime
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Sep 13, 2019 by Paul Bowman
Avoid rotary valve jams with adjustable shear protectors
Adjustable shear protectors prevent jamming, keep materials intact and maintain an efficient fill capacity
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Feb 21, 2019 by Paul Bowman
Flex or fixed? The difference between two rotor tip types
Find out which rotor tip type is right for your process
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Oct 22, 2018 by Paul Bowman
Signs your valve is haunted (or needs repairs)
Is your rotary valve sending you these spooky warning signs? It may be time to repair or replace it
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Mar 22, 2016 by Paul Bowman
3 things to consider when selecting a rotary valve
Some of us work better under pressure, while others like a longer, more drawn out process to stay in control. The same goes for materials as they pass through a conveying system.
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Jan 26, 2016 by Paul Bowman
ACS puts your valves through some (really) rigorous tests
Each component of a pneumatic conveying system is necessary to keep your products flowing, and your employees safe on the plant floor.
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Jun 04, 2014 by Paul Bowman
Why you should stop using packing glands
Say goodbye to packing. And hello to glandless, sleeve-style shaft seals.