Valves for Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag (GGBS)

A sub-contract civil & construction company are using AKO Pinch Valves from the VF range in sizes DN250 & DN300 within their ground granulated blast-furnace slag (GGBS) application. This is a cement based media; it’s main use is in concrete and it is a by-product from the blast-furnaces to make iron. Pinch Valves used within this application: VF300.03X.31.30LA / VF250.03X.31.30LA VF model, air operated, aluminium body, aluminium PN10/16 flanges with mild steel contact part bushings, natural rubber sleeve. In this particular application, two pinch valves are used in conjunction with one another. Depending on the line that is being delivered on, one pinch valve is fully open whilst the other is closed. Valves for GGBS Application Details Media passing through the valve: GGBS Temperature of media: up to 50 degrees C Pressure of media: up to 3.5 BAR Amount of cycles: 6 cycles per month No degree of vacuum is being used. Pinch Valves are connected up to a permanent compressed air line. Valves for GGBS Experience The company operating the Pinch Valves have confirmed that they are satisfied with the products, that the valves for GGBS are easy to operate and that they are working as anticipated. The life of the rubber sleeve is currently unknown as they are yet to be replaced after a few months. We estimate that the sleeves will have a long and healthy lifetime if our operating pressures are adhered to. See the typical pinch valve failures and how to prevent these by operating a pinch valve correctly. For further information about these Pinch Valves from the AKO VF range, please visit the VF product page where you will find data sheets, CAD drawings and frequently asked questions. Read more Case StudiesExperts in Valves for GGBSNeed a Reliable Valve Solution? We can help! Talk to our sales team today:Contact Us

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