Vortex® Iris Valves™

The patent-pending Vortex Iris Valve is used to control the gravity discharge of free-flowing dry material from bins, bulk bags, chutes and hoppers.

• Gravity flow
• Handles non abrasive to mildly abrasive powders, granulars, or pellets
• Horizontal valve application is normal (however, the valve can be oriented vertically for certain applications – e.g. used as a squeegee for liquid coolant on extruded, plastic pipe)
• A variety of sleeve options to accommodate material handled
• Double sleeving for fine, dusty material
• US Patent No. 7021604

Key Industries Served: Bulk Bag, Chemical, Food, Mineral, Pharmaceutical, Plastic.

Contact factory for additional information or regarding specific requirements for this diverter valve. Salina Vortex also offers slide gate valves, diverter valves and butterfly valves for gravity flow or pneumatic conveying applications.