[Gasification] star valve sources/experience?

[jim mason]

what is the collected wisdom here on sources for star valves?

granular fuel handling and ash/char handling often requires star
valves to maintain air seal while moving solid material.  i have not
been able to find common installations of these elsewhere for
repurposing in gasification.  the ones i do find from general
industrial supply sources are terribly expensive.

there must be lots of these used in ag and food processing that are
more resonable.

anyone have leads or experience to offer?

jim


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