WAM Australia Extends ATEX Rotary Valve Offering with Flexible Polyurethane Tip Technology

WAM Australia has expanded its rotary valve portfolio with the introduction of RV and RVR Rotary Valves in a flame-proof ATEX version featuring flexible polyurethane tips, further strengthening its offering for safe, efficient and application-focused bulk material handling in hazardous areas.

The launch responds to growing market demand for solutions capable of combining ATEX-certified explosion protection with enhanced process reliability, particularly in industries handling challenging granular and hygroscopic materials. 

Across sectors such as food processing, chemicals, plastics, energy and industrial minerals, plant operators are increasingly required to balance strict safety compliance with uninterrupted process performance. In this context, the availability of flexible polyurethane tip technology within the flame-proof ATEX range offers practical advancement. 

Manufactured in 95 Shore polyurethane, the flexible tips are engineered to improve operational continuity when handling granular products by reducing the risk of jamming during rotor movement. The design also performs an effective scraping function on the internal valve body, limiting material build-up and helping maintain efficiency where hygroscopic products may otherwise adhere to internal surfaces. 

This combination of explosion-safe design and enhanced self-cleaning capability makes the new configuration particularly suitable for demanding process conditions where both ATEX compliance and high operational reliability are essential. 

By extending the accessory options available for the RV and RVR series, WAM Australia continues to reinforce its market approach of customer-driven product development and continuous engineering innovation, delivering solutions tailored to real application challenges. 

For operators, the benefits translate into:

  • improved process continuity
  • reduced maintenance interventions
  • enhanced suitability for difficult materials
  • safer operation in hazardous environments
  • improved long-term plant efficiency  

The new RV and RVR Rotary Valves with flexible polyurethane tips in flame-proof ATEX versions are now available for order. 

For further information, contact WAM Australia.