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

Posted by Terri Shipstone on Apr 17, 2017

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Shear protectors reduce the flow of material at the valve's inlet. Reduced flow allows for better pocket fill and also reduces the risk of product jams in your housing clearances–ultimately protecting your product from damage.

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

Categories: Conveying Systems , Difficult Products , Technical Support

Go ahead, make your valve

We have a series of items available for quick shipment

Here’s how we configure rotary airlock valves

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