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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Apr. 22, 2014
Filed:
Apr. 27, 2010
Austin Tyler Little, Chillicothe, OH (US);
Clint M. Sowers, Ashville, OH (US);
Tony F. Habib, Lancaster, OH (US);
Billy G. Springer, Jr., Columbus, OH (US);
Stephen J. Lukezich, Canal Winchester, OH (US);
Austin Tyler Little, Chillicothe, OH (US);
Clint M. Sowers, Ashville, OH (US);
Tony F. Habib, Lancaster, OH (US);
Billy G. Springer, Jr., Columbus, OH (US);
Stephen J. Lukezich, Canal Winchester, OH (US);
Diamond Power International, Inc., Lancaster, OH (US);
Abstract
The present disclosure provides a valve for controlling the flow of abrasive particles along a predetermined path from the outlet of a hopper to a conveying line in a particle collection or transportation system. The design of the valve reduces the occurrence of erosive wear resulting from contact with the flow of abrasive particles. A method of making the valve that enhances the hardness of localized areas in the valve that are subject to high wear conditions is also disclosed.