ROTARY VALVES

WHO WE ARE
TBMA specializes in the design and supply of components and (pneumatic)
conveyingsystems for the processing of bulk solids goods.

Since our establishment in 1967, we have built up over 50 years of experience in the
application of rotary drop-through and blow-through valves in the international
process industry. Together with our knowledge of bulk material technology
and process engineering, we can adequately advise you on the correct implementation
and application of our rotary valves. Moreover, in our own test facility we can verify the
proposed technical solution for your product in advance.

Our extensive range of high-quality equipment is suitable for conveying of powders and
granules in the food, dairy, animal feed, chemical and mineral industries as well as
for value-added logistics. From demanding hygienic to heavy industrial applications
and from high end rotary valves to dust filter applications. We are also happy to use
our expertise if you need a special application or an execution out of the ordinary.

Solutions beyond Bulk Handling

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HIGH-DUTY ROTARY VALVES
TBMA high-duty drop-through and blow-through rotary valves are used for
dosing powder and granular materials in 24/7 industrial processes. These valves
are ATEX 2014/34/EU certified and can be used as an autonomous protection
system (APS) up to 10 bar for products in dust class St1 and St2.

In hygienic production processes, it is of the utmost importance to prevent

bacterial growth and product contamination and to guarantee traceability.
At TBMA we work in accordance with the EHEDG, FDA and EC 1934/2005
guidelines, so that we can deliver solutions aimed at maximum product safety.
This is crucial for both the consumer and the protection of your brand.

APPLICATIONS

SPECIFICATIONS

HIGH DUTY ROTARY VALVES H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-500 150-350 150-500 175-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar

Standard design temperature 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes yes yes yes

Flame proof yes yes yes yes no

up to up to up to up to up to
Explosion proof
10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

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H-AR
The H-AR drop-through rotary valve has an optimally
constructed inlet, which ensures a high filling degree and
large capacity with minimal air leakage. In combination
with a blow-through or venturi adapter, these valves
are very suitable to absorb the differential pressure
in pneumatic conveying systems.

SPECIFICATIONS
HIGH DUTY ROTARY VALVES H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-500 150-350 150-500 175-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar

Standard design temperature 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes yes yes yes

Flame proof yes yes yes yes no

up to up to up to up to up to
Explosion proof
10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

H-AR with chain drive H-AR with direct drive H-AR with in-line drive

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H-GR
TBMA high-duty H-GR blow-through rotary valves are
equivalent to the H-AR valves and are used for direct dosing
into pneumatic conveying systems in industrial applications..

The H-GR valves are equipped with connecting flanges

for direct mounting into the pneumatic conveying line.
The valves offer a suitable alternative with less building
height compared to a drop-through valve with adapter.
The integrated blow-through connections are adapted to the e
rotor shape, ensuring that the rotor pockets are completely
blown empty. The valves are also standard provided with
vent holes.

SPECIFICATIONS
HIGH DUTY ROTARY VALVES H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-500 150-350 150-500 175-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar

Standard design temperature 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes yes yes yes

Flame proof yes yes yes yes no

up to up to up to up to up to
Explosion proof
10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

H-GR with chain drive H-GR with direct drive H-GR with in-line drive

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Sanitair Design (SD)
SD sanitary rotary valves are suitable for hygienic applications in the food
and dairy industry. The SD valves are available in drop-through (H-AR) and
blow-through version (H-GR).

When designing our sanitary components, much attention is paid to

the finishing. The rotors are equipped with fixed, chamfered blades and
rounded pockets with a surface roughness of your choice. Body and covers
are finished in the same way.

The SD valves are optionally available as Quick Clean (D) version or Quick
Clean with guiding bars (DG), making them internally fully accessible
as well as and easy and quickly cleanable.

SPECIFICATIONS
HIGH DUTY ROTARY VALVES H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-500 150-350 150-500 175-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar

Standard design temperature 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes yes yes yes

Flame proof yes yes yes yes no

up to up to up to up to up to
Explosion proof
10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

H-ARSD with direct drive H-GRSD with direct drive

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Quick-Clean (DG)
DG Quick-Clean rotary valves are
specially designed for processes where
frequent cleaning and inspection are
required. The DG valves are equipped
with guiding bars and available in both
drop-through (H-ARDG) as well as
blow-through (H-GRDG) version.

Easy inspection and cleaning | Due to the double-bearing construction,

the rotor can be easily and safely removed and manually turned in pulled-out
position. This way it can be easily (wet) cleaned on all sides. The guiding bars
are long enough to give the operator ample access for inspection and cleaning
of the inside of the valve.

Self-centring shaft | The bearing construction guarantees a clearance-free run

of the rotor and prevents damage when (dis)assembling. Contrary to valves of
other brands, the TBMA Quick-Clean valves are equipped with a spline shaft.
This means that after cleaning, the rotor can be quickly and easily mounted
through the self-centring shaft. The rotor adjustment is fixed and needs no
readjustment after (dis)assembly.

Minimal chance of damage | Because of the clearance-free suspension and

fixed adjustment, any metal contact of the rotor is practically impossible.
Moreover, the change of damaging the rotor tips and/or the inside of the valve
during (dis)assembly is limited to a minimum. This is particularly important for
hygienic applications. In addition, the shaft seal cannot be damaged, because
the shaft with spline remains in place when the rotor is pulled out.

SPECIFICATIONS

H-ARDG with direct drive H-GRDG with direct drive

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H-AX
H-AX drop-through rotary valves are equivalent to the
H-AR valves and are used when the inlet size is more
important than the rotor volume. The relatively large
inlet ensures that even the most poorly flowing products
are efficiently discharged.

These valves are equipped with a round and a square

connecting flange. This allows the valve to be used as a
transition piece from round to square or vice versa. This
is favourable for the installation height and saves any
mounting parts.

SPECIFICATIONS
HIGH DUTY ROTARY VALVES H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-500 150-350 150-500 175-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-125 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar 1,5 bar

Standard design temperature 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C 120 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes yes yes yes

Flame proof yes yes yes yes no

up to up to up to up to up to
Explosion proof
10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar 10 bar
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

H-AX with chain drive H-AX with direct drive H-AX with in-line drive

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140 H-AR 500

CAPACITIES
130
120
110
H-AR 400
100
90
80
70 H-AR/H-GR 350
60
50
H-AR/H-GR 300 | H-AX 350
40
30 H-AR/H-GR 250 | H-AX 300
20
H-AR/H-GR 200 | H-AX 250
10 H-AR/H-GR 175 | H-AX 200
H-AR/H-GR 150 | H-AX 150
m3/h

5 10 15 20 25 30 rpm
Capacity graph (filling degree 70%)

Executions H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Sanitary execution for the dairy and food industry X X X X -

Quickly-demountable execution (D) X X X X X

Quickly-demountable execution with guidance system (DG) X X X X -

Corrosion resistant version for chemically aggressive products (3C/3N) X X - X X

Abrasion resistant version for abrasive products X X - X X

Specially coated version for sticky products X X X X X

High temperature version up to 600 °C X X - - X

Customer-specific design X X X X X

Options H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Electronic or mechanical flow measurement on air seal X X X X X

Rotation detection X X X X X

Deviating flange bores X X X X X

Pulsating air injection system (for pocket release) X X X X X

Ventilation bore on the body X X X X X

Various inlet and vent adaptors X X X X X

Various venturi and blow-through adaptors X - X X X

Break pin or slip coupling X X X X X

Drives H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX

Bare shaft X X X X X

Geared motor with closed chain transmission X X - - X

Hollow shaft direct drive X X X X X

In-line drive with flexible coupling X X X - X

H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

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Materials of construction H-AR H-GR SD* DG** H-AX
Body and end covers

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4408 X X X X -

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4408, hardened top layer X X X X -

Cast iron GG25 X X - X X

Cast iron GG25, internally hard chromed X X - X X

Cast iron GG25, internally anti-sticky coated X X - X X

Cast iron GG25, completely chemically nickel-plated X X - X X

Cast iron GG25, internally tungsten carbide coated X X - X X

Steel S235JR (end cover non-drive side) - - - X -

Rotor

Fixed or adjustable blades X X fixed X X

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4401 X X X X X

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4401 hardened top layer X X X X X

Steel S235JR X X - X X

Steel S235JR, shaft ends locally hard chromed X X - X X

Steel S235JR, shaft ends tungsten carbide coated X X - X X

Steel S235JR, non-sticky coated X X - X X

Special executions: scalloped, reduced capacity, closed-end pockets X X X X X

Rotor blades

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4401, chamfered X X X X X

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4401, hard chromed X X X X X

Stainless steel AISI 316 / DIN 1.4401, hardened top layer X X X X X

Steel S235JR, chamfered X X - X X

Steel S235JR, hardened X X - X X

Flexible blades (polyurethane, Vulkollan, Teflon, Viton, etc) X X - X X

Hardox 400 X X - X X

Rotor bearing

Outboard bearings, dust tight and sealed for life X X X X X

Heat resistant bearings, suitable for product temperatures up to 600 °C X X - - X

Shaft seals

Gland packing, standard pre-pressed X X - X X

Gland packing, food grade quality X X X X X

Gland packing, for temperatures up to 600 °C X X - - X

Gland packing, for abrasive products X X X - X

Air purge X X X X X
H-AR | H-GR: *Sanitary Design **Quickly-demountable with guiding bars

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DUST AND CYCLONE VALVES

S-AX
TBMA S-AX dust valves are specially designed to be used under dust filters
and cyclones. Applications with a differential pressure up to 500 mbar
where the valve primarily functions as an airlock or explosion barrier.
The S-AX can be used as an autonomous protection system up to 2,5 bar
for products in dust class St1 and St2. (optional)

These airlocks are made from GGG50

Smart-Lite™ nodular cast iron. This type
of cast iron material is stronger than
conventional cast iron: it is much less
brittle making it more resistant to shock
loads and has a high corrosion resistance.
The installation weight of the S-AX is only
60,5 kg (standard version). The result is a
particularly favourable price/quality ratio
of this type of valves.

The S-AX valves are equipped with a round

and a square connecting flange. This allows the valve to be used
as a transition piece from round to square and vice versa.

APPLICATIONS

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 SPECIFICATIONS

DUST AND CYCLONE VALVES S-AX

250 (round/
Flange sizes (DN)
square)

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 9,5

Differential pressure 0,5 bar

Standard design temperature 70 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes

Flame proof yes

Explosion proof up to 2,5 bar

Executions
S-AX 250 Basic
• Rotor: 8 blades with polyurethane blades
• Direct drive with Helical-worm geared ADT motor reductor

S-AX 250X Standard

Specifications as Standard extended with:
• Product temperature: 120 °C (optional)
• ATEX 2014/34/EU certified (optional)
• Direct drive with Helical-worm geared Nord motor reductor

S-AX 250X-1 APS

Specifications as Standard extended with:
• Autonomous protection system up to 2,5 bar for products in dust class St1 and St2

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Options S-AX
Rotation detection X

Drives S-AX
Hollow shaft direct drive X

Materials of construction S-AX

Body and end covers

GGG50 Smart-Lite™ cast iron X

Rotor

Steel S235JR with 8 polyurethane blades X

Rotor bearing

Bearing dust-tight and sealed for life (located in the end cover of the non-drive side; drive functions as
X
counter bearing)

Shaft seals

NBR seals X

EPDM seals X

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MEDIUM-DUTY ROTARY VALVES
The M-AX en R-AX drop-through valves are specially designed for standard ap-
plications with limited differential pressure. These valves are used for dosing of
non-abrasive materials under cyclones or filters and in low-pressure pneumatic
transport systems.

M-AX
The M-AX valves are available in six sizes
and are equipped with round connecting
flanges.

R-AX
The R-AX are equipped with a round and a
square connecting flange. This allows the valve
to be used as a transition piece from round to
square or vice versa. This is favourable for the
installation height and saves any mounting
parts. The R-AX valves are available in five sizes.

APPLICATIONS

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 SPECIFICATIONS

MEDIUM DUTY ROTARY VALVES M-AX R-AX

Flange sizes (DN) 150-350 150-350

Rotor volume (ltr/rev) 2,5-58 2,5-34

Differential pressure 1 bar 1 bar

Standard design temperature 80 °C 80 °C

Internal ATEX zone II 1/- D Ex h IIIC Da/- yes yes

Flame proof no no

Explosion proof no no

Executions M-AX / R-AX

Corrosion resistant version for chemically agressive products (3C/3N) X

Abrasion resistant version for abrasive products X

Options M-AX / R-AX

Rotation detection X

Ventilation bore on the body X

Various inlet and vent adaptors X

Various venturi and blow-through adaptors X

Drives M-AX / R-AX

Bare shaft X

Hollow shaft direct drive X

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Materials of construction M-AX / R-AX
Body and end covers

Cast iron GG25 X

Cast iron GG25, internally hard chromed X

Cast iron GG25, completely chemically nickel-plated X

Cast iron GG25, internally tungsten carbide coated X

Rotor

Fixed or adjustable blades X

Steel S235JR

Steel S235JR, shaft ends locally hard chromed X

Steel S235JR, shaft ends tungsten carbide coated X

Rotor blades X

Steel S235JR, chamfered X

Steel S235JR, hardened

Flexible blades (polyurethane, Vulkollan, Teflon, Viton, etc) X

Rotor bearing X

Closed bearings, dust-tight and sealed for life (located in the end cover of the non-drive side) X

Shaft seals

Air purge X

NBR seals X

EPDM seals X

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SPECIAL-DUTY ROTARY VALVES
In most cases, a smart choice of type and design will help you find the
right rotary valve from our standard program. For special or highly critical
applications, we will gladly use our experience and knowledge of systems
and processes to find the right solution for your process.

LINED CONTAINER TRANSPORT

GUARDED AIR LOCK SEAL PED CERTIFIED

STEAM TRACING INSPECTION HATCHES

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ACCESSORIES
Air purge seals with differential
pressure regulator.

Pulsating air cleaning device

Inlet and vent adaptors

TYPE B TYPE V

TYPE D TYPE E
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Outlet adaptors for pneumatic transport

BLOW-THROUGH OUTLET ADAPTOR

VENTURI | PIPE CONNECTIONS

VENTURI | FLANGE CONNECTIONS

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