250mm VLQ WAM Slide Gate Valve Mild Steel

The VLQ WAM Slide Gate Valve featuring a square cross-section, offers a reliable and versatile solution for controlling the flow of powdery or granular materials in various industrial applications, with a focus on durability and efficient sealing.

Design and Construction

• The VLQ series features a square cross-section design

• The valve consists of a two-piece frame made of carbon steel or stainless steel, partially coated with WAM's proprietary SINT engineering polymer composite

• It has a sliding blade manufactured from SINT engineering polymer, carbon steel, or stainless steel

Key Features

• Highly abrasion-resistant due to the use of SINT engineering polymer composites

• Dustproof sealing without the need for additional flange gaskets

• Available in food-grade versions compliant with FDA/EN standards

• Can be mounted horizontally or vertically

• Efficient sealing against fine powders and dust

Sizes and Specifications

• The VLQ series is available in square cross-section diameters of 150, 200, 250, 300, 350, and 400mm

Actuation Options

• Manual, pneumatic, or electric actuation options are available

• Interchangeable actuators for flexibility

Applications

• Ideal for isolating or intercepting material flow out of hoppers, silos, and bins

• Suitable for use in various industrial sectors, including the food industry

• Can be used in gravity flow or conveying applications

Benefits

• Easy to handle and quick to fit

• Limited number of parts for easy dismantling and reassembly

• Safe operation due to the absence of pinch points and exposed moving parts