Slurry Knife Gate Valve Manufacturer in USA
A slurry knife gate valve is specifically designed to provide reliable isolation in pipelines carrying abrasive, viscous, and high-solids media. These valves are engineered to handle demanding slurry services where conventional valves fail due to clogging, erosion, or incomplete shutoff.
SVR Global is a leading Slurry Knife Gate Valve Manufacturer and Supplier in USA, supplying heavy-duty valve solutions for mining, mineral processing, wastewater, power generation, and industrial slurry handling systems. Our slurry knife gate valves are designed for consistent performance, reduced wear, and long service life in severe operating conditions.
With extensive experience supporting EPC contractors, plant operators, and maintenance teams across the United States, SVR Global supplies slurry knife gate valves that meet strict project specifications and international standards.
What Is a Slurry Knife Gate Valve?
A slurry knife gate valve is a linear motion valve that uses a sharp-edged gate to cut through dense slurries and solid-laden fluids, providing full pipeline isolation. The valve is designed with a clear flow path and reinforced body to prevent material buildup and reduce erosion. Slurry knife gate valves are commonly used where the media contains suspended solids, fibers, or abrasive particles that can damage conventional valve designs.
Slurry Knife Gate Valve Applications in Industrial Systems
SVR Global slurry knife gate valves are used across a wide range of industrial slurry handling systems, including:
- Mining and mineral processing slurry pipelines
- Ash handling systems in power plants
- Wastewater treatment and sludge handling facilities
- Chemical processing systems with abrasive media
- Bulk material transfer and tailings pipelines
These applications require valves capable of cutting through solids, resisting abrasion, and maintaining reliable isolation under continuous wear conditions.
Types of Slurry Knife Gate Valves
SVR Global manufactures and supplies multiple slurry knife gate valve designs to suit different service requirements:
Resilient Seated Slurry Knife Gate Valves
Provide tight shutoff for fine slurry and sludge applications using elastomer-lined seats.
Metal Seated Slurry Knife Gate Valves
Designed for highly abrasive slurry and high-temperature services where seat durability is critical.
Heavy-Duty Slurry Knife Gate Valves
Reinforced body and gate construction for extreme wear environments.
Pneumatic and Electric Actuated Slurry Knife Gate Valves
Enable automated operation for high-cycle and remote slurry pipelines.
Industries Served
SVR Global slurry knife gate valves are supplied to industrial projects across the United States, including:
- Mining and mineral processing plants
- Power generation and ash handling systems
- Wastewater and sludge treatment facilities
- Chemical processing plants
- Bulk material handling and slurry transport systems
Slurry Knife Gate Valve Materials & Standards
Slurry knife gate valves are manufactured using materials selected for abrasion resistance and structural strength:
- Carbon steel and stainless steel bodies for general and corrosive slurry service
- Alloy steels for high-wear and high-temperature applications
- Elastomer or metal seats based on slurry characteristics
- Hardened gate surfaces to resist erosion and impact
All valves are produced in accordance with international standards such as API 609, ISO 9001, and ANSI pressure classes, ensuring suitability for severe-service slurry pipelines.
Technical Specifications
- Design Standards: API 609 / ISO 9001
- Face-to-Face: ISO 5752 / EN 558
- Flange Standards: ASME B16.5 / ASME B16.47
- End Connections: Flanged, Wafer, Lug
- Size Range: DN50–DN1200 (2″–48″)
- Pressure Class: ANSI Class 150–300
- Temperature Range: −20 °C to +400 °C
- Actuation: Manual, Pneumatic, Electric
Inspection, Testing & Certification
All SVR Global slurry knife gate valves undergo comprehensive inspection and testing to ensure performance and durability:
- Hydrostatic shell and seat testing as per API 598
- Visual and dimensional inspection
- Positive Material Identification (PMI)
- Non-destructive testing (UT, RT, MT, PT) where applicable
- Functional testing under simulated slurry conditions
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 material certification
Special Design Features
- Knife-edge gate designed to cut through dense slurry
- Reinforced body for abrasion resistance
- Clear flow path to prevent material buildup
- Resilient or metal seat options
- Manual, pneumatic, or electric actuation
- Heavy-duty construction for severe-service applications
Why Choose SVR Global as Your Slurry Knife Gate Valve Manufacturer in USA?
- Engineered valve solutions for severe slurry service
- Support for EPC, retrofit, and replacement projects
- Compliance with US and international standards
- Complete technical documentation and inspection reports
- Proven long-term performance in abrasive industrial environments
