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Can rotary valves accurately meter plastic pellets or regrind at varying flow rates?

They can! For situations when consistent feeding is essential, we have rotary valves specifically designed for applications like pellets or metering small batches of product.

Fail-safe food safety tips for rotary valves

The regulatory landscape is always changing, but there are surefire steps you can take to keep your valves and conveying systems free of contamination.

How can rotary airlocks prevent contamination in pet food conveying?

5 pet food trends and tips for processors

As pet owners become more invested in finding the perfect munchies for their furry babies, what trends should bulk material processors keep an eye on this year?

How do I keep plastic pellets intact in conveying?

For the best end product, it’s important to keep plastic pellets in a uniform shape and size. Learn the best rotary valve configurations and tips to prevent issues.

One base design, two classic valves, endless customization

Learn how our two most popular rotary airlock valves are designed and configured to offer performance, efficiency, and high ROI.

How do I configure a valve for conveying cement?

In a heavy-duty setting, durability and reliability are key. These coatings and options help rotary valves handle cement and construction materials

Valves for sugar, spice, and all things nice

Fine, powdery materials like sugar can get your equipment into sticky situations. These rotary valves help prevent build-up and corrosion

Know your material: 8 characteristics defined

Understand these bulk material characteristics and how they affect your choice of rotary valve and other equipment

Stand up to corrosion with the XTR Series valve

The XTR Series rotary airlock valve comes fully armored with a corrosion-resistant, food-grade coating

Here are some fail-safe food safety processes

Mystery ingredients in our food usually have us saying product recall instead of bon appetit! And it's up to your processes and machinery to ensure people enjoy what you've prepared for them.

Why use a shear pin sprocket with sawdust or wood fines?

Why do we recommend a shear protector for pellets, flakes or beads?

FAQuestion

Is your food manufacturing process safety-certified?

When it comes to food safety practices, how do you know you're certifying with the right regulatory bodies and handling your equipment properly?

Will it clean? ACS Valves gets real messy — and then real clean!