Application
Akyürek’s air-lock valve type ALV-52 is used for discharge of dust and other separated particles from systems working with vacuum or pressure. It is dust proof and is used as a pressure block between a cyclone and a dust collecting bag.

In connection with Akyurek’s dust collecting Centrifugal Fans the air-lock valve is mounted between the bottom outlet of the cyclone and the dust bag , where it ensures a uniform and continuous discharge of dust and other particles, and at the same time minimises the air escaping through outlet into the dust bag.

Design
The air-lock valve is manufactured from galvanised plate and is complete with a 200 mm (8’’) steel roller with 6 radial rubber vanes on the shaft. The rotor is carried by ball bearings and its speed does not normally exceed 40 RPMs. The air-lock valve is lubricated for life and is designed for continuous operation