Pneumatic knife gate valves, often referred to as slide gate valves or slider valves, are essential components of various industrial applications to assure accurate flow control. These valves are furnished with a double-acting actuator and supplied with either single-sided or double-sided seals in materials such as metal, NBR, or EPDM. Fergo offers these valves with built-in seals, which are PTFE-syn/NBR/PTFE-syn and PTFE-syn/EPDM/PTFE-syn to increase durability. Internally, an extensive range of components can seamlessly be assembled with this, such as IFM IFT206 Inductive Sensor, Namur valves 3/2-way or 5/2-way, and many more. Explore our diverse portfo...
Pneumatic knife gate valves, often referred to as slide gate valves or slider valves, are essential components of various industrial applications to assure accurate flow control. These valves are furnished with a double-acting actuator and supplied with either single-sided or double-sided seals in materials such as metal, NBR, or EPDM. Fergo offers these valves with built-in seals, which are PTFE-syn/NBR/PTFE-syn and PTFE-syn/EPDM/PTFE-syn to increase durability. Internally, an extensive range of components can seamlessly be assembled with this, such as IFM IFT206 Inductive Sensor, Namur valves 3/2-way or 5/2-way, and many more. Explore our diverse portfolio of pneumatic valve solutions to match unique applications.
Design, materials and automation of FERGO knife gate valves
FERGO knife gate valves are characterised by their robust design using materials such as stainless steel and grey cast iron. They are available in various designs, including wafer and flanged versions, with NBR, EPDM or metal seat ring seals. They can be controlled both electrically and pneumatically, with modern options such as electro-pneumatic actuators, electronic limit switches and limit switches contributing to automation. These knife gate valves therefore offer an ideal solution for precise and controlled material flows in various process engineering applications.
Knife gate valves with AUMA electric actuators
Fergo is a reliable German company that offers knife gate valves (Slide Gate Valve) with AUMA electric actuators that use automation technology to efficiently control the flow for industrial applications. Our slide gate valves are strong and effective and continuously fulfil the most demanding tasks. We also specialise in assembling valves quickly and getting them to you fast to minimise downtime. Fergo has been in business for over 20 years, providing solid solutions customised to your requirements. Our automated gate valves ensure smooth operation and are therefore suitable for a wide range of industries. Order our gate valves today and benefit from the high quality of our products. Contact us for fast delivery and expert support.
Pneumatic Knife Gate Valves: Mastering Precision Flow Control in Industrial Applications
The pneumatic knife gate valve is a special valve used to control the flow of abrasive and viscous or slurry materials in an industrial environment. It consists of a gate that looks like a knife and, under normal operating conditions, submerges palely into the medium to create an effective seal. A pneumatic actuator drives the gate of the valve by compressed air quickly between an open and a closed position. Fast actuation reduces wear and prevents downtime, which is why these valves are significantly utilised in demanding applications.
Built with strong materials capable of resisting corrosive substances and high pressures, pneumatic knife gate valves are used in mining, wastewater treatment, and pulp and paper production industries. Their unique design allows cutting the gate through thick fluids, which means the pipeline sections can be quickly isolated for maintenance or emergency shutdown operations. Compared to hydraulic or manual systems, a pneumatic system provides higher energy efficiency and operation safety under more hazardous conditions.
Additionally, they require maintenance much less, and the service life is prolonged. They are integral components in industrial process optimization and performance since they help in establishing control of fluid streams. Thus, pneumatic knife gate valves provide a very robust and effective answer to the complex fluid control challenges currently facing modern industry.