Rack and Pinion slide gate

Overview:

• As the name implies, the rack and pinion slide gates work on the principle of a rack and pinion gear set. When activated, this rack and pinion mechanism moves the slide plate open or closed with the help of a hand wheel, rollers and plate retainers.
• Due to their simple construction, rack and pinion gates can be relied on to operate after months of inactivity. This is especially important in powerhouse and industrial applications. 
• Those in the grain industry find rack and pinion slide gates to be a popular option because they are extraordinarily strong steel gates with a simple design that is easy to install and use. They are cost-effective and flexible, as you can use them almost anywhere along your applications.

Application Area:

• 600mm to 1200mm rack and pinion gates can be used to load trucks from small coal or rock bins.
• As maintenance gates ahead of coal feeders, pulverisers, crushers, and alternate process systems.
• A popular option in the grain industry as they are extraordinarily strong steel gates with a simple design that is easy to install and use.

Salient Features:

• Rack and Pinion Operation – Heavy-duty, reliable rack and pinion gear set is used.
• Heavy Duty Slide Plate
• UHMW Retainers – used because of its durability and high release properties.