METALLURGY & MINING
Abrasive solids, slurry transport and repeated cycling put valve structure and wear surfaces under continuous demand. Describe the slurry before choosing the valve.
SELECTION REVIEW
Inputs that define abrasive service.
Solids concentration and particle behavior can be as important as nominal pressure and size.
- 01Slurry composition
Solids concentration, particle size, hardness and chemistry.
- 02Line conditions
Size, pressure, temperature, velocity and orientation.
- 03Wear strategy
Flow path, trim, lining and maintainable components.
- 04Operating cycle
Switching frequency, actuation and maintenance access.
RELEVANT PRODUCTS
Start with slurry-service valves.
Gate valves may also be reviewed for suitable water or pipeline isolation duties.
ABRASIVE DUTY