Ash Feed Valve

UCC’s ash feed valves are designed to provide shut-off and flow control of ash, both fine and coarse particle size, from a storage silo into a mixer/unloader or dry unloading spout.  UCC ash handling valves are rugged, well-constructed, clean operating and easy to maintain.  The metal disc is wear resistant and can rotate a full 180° to prevent material from hanging up the valve.  The rack and pinion actuator is equipped with a positioner with 4-20 mA or 3-15 PSI input signals and limit switches to provide easy integration into existing control systems.  UCC’s ash feed valves are shipped pre-piped and fully assembled which reduces field assembly and installation costs.

 

Ash Feed Valve: 

  • Cast Gray Iron Body – Rugged and high strength design
  • Induction hardened cast iron disc – Improved wear resistance and extended service life
  • Valve shaft and coupling – Robust and trouble free operation over shear/connecting pin design
  • TFE impregnated yarn packing design – Reduces friction forces on shaft; provides a pressure tight seal and easy operation
  • Valves are shipped pre-piped and fully assembled – Reduced installation costs

General Information: 

 

Line Size:     6" and 8" 
Maximum Temperature:      up to 550 °F 
Flange Connections: ANSI B16.5, Class 150, Wafer Style 

 

 

Material of Construction: 

 

Body:Cast Gray Iron
Disc:Induction Hardened Gray Cast Iron
Shaft:Carbon Steel
Packing Follower: Cast Gray Iron
Bearing:Cast Bronze
Packing:   TFE Impregnated Yarn
Coupler:17-4PH Stainless Steel
Actuator Bracket:                Fabricated Carbon Steel

 

 

 

Please contact your local sales representative for more information.
  1. What is the minimum air pressure required to actuate the rack and pinion actuator? The [+]
    The operating range for the actuator is 60-100 PSI. 
  2. How often does the packing need to be greased? [+]

    The packing should be greased once per month with Teflon based grease (UCC Part Number 40724-4).

     

Silo Unloading

United Conveyor Corporation Silo Unloading systems are designed to store and unload ash efficiently and cost effectively with the capability of transferring ash in either a dry or damp condition to trucks or rail cars.