A Novel Approach to Rotary Valve Venting

Authors

David M. Cook, University of WollongongFollow
David B. Hastie, University of WollongongFollow
Tom Hicks
Peter W. Wypych, University of WollongongFollow

RIS ID

10594

Publication Details

Cook, DM, Hastie, DB, Hicks, T & Wypych, PW, A Novel Approach to Rotary Valve Venting, International Conference for Bulk Materials Storage, Handling and Transportation, 2004, p 359-365, Barton, ACT: The Institution of Engineers Australia.

Abstract

Venting of pocket carryover and leakage air from rotary valves is a perennial problem. Unless this air is controlled its only escape route is up through the drop tube leading into the feeder. This causes a counter flow to the product falling into the rotary valve restricting the throughput of the system. This paper discusses the design and implementation of an in-line cyclone to obviate the disadvantages of the traditional methods employed for rotary valve venting.