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  • Sep 09, 2024 by Brittany Dollimore

    6 tips for storing a rotary airlock valve

    2 minute read

    What’s the best way to handle and store a rotary airlock valve? Follow these tips to keep your valves in good shape.

  • Apr 15, 2024 by Paul Bowman

    How to: Check rotor-to-housing tolerances

    3 minute read

    Keep your rotary airlock valve compliant with NFPA guidelines and maintain strong performance by checking your rotor-to-housing clearances regularly.

  • Mar 13, 2024 by Brittany Dollimore

    How to choose a rotor for your valve’s application

    5 minute read

    Does your rotary airlock valve need a standard rotor or something more specific? Find out which rotor type you should choose based on your dry bulk material.

  • Oct 18, 2023 by Paul Bowman

    How to: Renew rotor tip clearances

    3 minute read

    Follow these simple steps to check clearances and adjust the blades on a rotor with adjustable tips.

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    Jul 17, 2023 by Paul Bowman

    Why is my rotary valve making noise?

    3 minute read

    If your rotary airlock valve is making squeaking or squealing noises, there are a few possible culprits at work. Check our troubleshooting guide to fix the issue.

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    Jun 20, 2023 by Paul Bowman

    How to: Reassemble a rotary valve

    3 minute read

    Just finished with maintenance? Follow these 8 steps to put your rotary airlock valve back together.

  • Nov 14, 2022 by Paul Bowman

    How to: Clean a Quick-Clean Rotary Valve

    3 minute read

    Quick-Clean rotary valves are designed for fast, tool-less cleanup — just follow these steps to get it done

  • Screens showing how to remove a rotary valve endplate

    Aug 23, 2022 by Paul Bowman

    How to: Remove a rotary valve endplate

    3 minute read

    Learn how to remove the endplate from a standard rotary airlock valve

  • May 24, 2022 by Megan Thompson

    Why configuration matters: Tips from a rotary airlock pro

    4 minute read

    Customization stories from an ACS rep with decades of experience in rotary airlock valve design

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    Feb 17, 2020 by Paul Bowman

    Are rotary airlocks supposed to leak?

    3 minute read

    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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    Feb 13, 2020 by Megan Thompson

    Need a rotary valve safety guide?

    less than a minute read

    We published some comprehensive rotary valve safety guidelines in Powder & Bulk Solids

  • Mind the Gap - Exiting Train

    Jan 14, 2020 by Paul Bowman

    Yes, you actually do need to check your rotor clearances

    3 minute read

    Measure your valve’s rotor-to-housing tolerances regularly to stay NFPA compliant and maximize material flow

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    Sep 13, 2019 by Paul Bowman

    Avoid rotary valve jams with adjustable shear protectors

    3 minute read

    Adjustable shear protectors prevent jamming, keep materials intact and maintain an efficient fill capacity

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    Aug 27, 2019 by Megan Thompson

    4 things to know about the ACS Valves team

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    We’re smart. We save you money. We do it fast. We’re here to help.

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    Jun 24, 2019 by Megan Thompson

    The sticking point: Examining flow issues in bins, hoppers and silos

    3 minute read

    An ADM speaker sheds light on powder and bulk solid flow patterns

  • Pressure gauge on manufacturing equipment

    May 16, 2019 by Megan Thompson

    How to size a pressure blower package

    3 minute read

    Convey dry bulk materials efficiently with the right pressure blower size and configuration

  • 3D framework of a CI Series rotary airlock valve by ACS Valves

    Dec 19, 2018 by Jeff Kolmer

    3D design: The next big thing in manufacturing tech

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    Here’s why ACS engineers think 3D rendering is the manufacturing tech trend to watch

  • Bowling a spare: spare parts concept

    Nov 21, 2018 by Megan Thompson

    6 critical spare parts for your conveying system

    3 minute read

    Keep your pneumatic conveying system running smoothly at all times with these essential spare parts

  • Rotary valve on a spooky backdrop with books and candle

    Oct 22, 2018 by Paul Bowman

    Signs your valve is haunted (or needs repairs)

    3 minute read

    Is your rotary valve sending you these spooky warning signs? It may be time to repair or replace it

  • Manufacturers check their rotary valve maintenance checklist

    Oct 22, 2018 by Megan Thompson

    Check out these 4 valve maintenance tips we published

    less than a minute read

    We covered four critical rotary valve maintenance tips in an article for Processing Magazine

  • Rotary airlock valve rotor by ACS Valves

    May 30, 2017 by Greg Thompson

    The ultimate guide to valve rotor types

    3 minute read

    Give your material some TLC and keep your rotors lasting long. Here's a guide on which rotor works best for your application.

  • Pouring Rice

    Mar 22, 2016 by Paul Bowman

    3 things to consider when selecting a rotary valve

    3 minute read

    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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