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V ATERIAL M At The Rapat Corporation, we Put our experience with some NDUSTRIAL approach each project with the intent of finding a better way to solve our customers problems by listening to their individual needs, and applying what we learn to best solve their specific material handling requirements. of the largest Fortune 500 Corporations to work for you— call toll-free today for more information. I HANDLING SOLUTIONS THAT WORK! FLAT BACK - FLAT Designed for placement next to wall or bucket elevator. (Shown below). or bucket elevator. ■

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Fax (218) 483-3535 POWERHEADS POWERHEADS ROLLER SLIDE GATES UNLOAD TUBES DRIVE KITS HORIZONTAL UNLOAD 25 DEGREE INCLINE BIN UNLOAD TUBES WITH BANJO SUMP BIN ELECTRIC / HYDRAULIC HOPPER CAR UNLOADERS TRANSFER SPOUTING CAST IRON TURNHEADS REVERSIBLE ELBOWS DRAW OFF SPOUTS CCESSORIES ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ A ■ ■ ■ ■ ■

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(218) 483-3344 ■ EXTENDED WEAR OPTIONS - OPTIONAL LINERS - LIMIT SWITCH- - OPTIONAL MATERIALS SPLIT HOUSING - Heavy-duty inner parts and outlet Optional liners include Urethane Special galvanized and stainless Units can be designed to split along ducts are attained by using optional liners. and Abrasion Resistant Steel. steel units available. creating two separate, bolt- the center, together halves. The perfect solution for difficult installations or shipping concerns for larger units. ■ ■ ■ Limit switch available in place of computer controlled unit. ■ ■ ELEVATOR ASSEMBLIES CONVEYORS ROTO-FLO ROTARY VALVE SWING FLO COMPLETE BUCKET CUSTOM ACCESSORIES BACKLEG ROLL OPTIONS TUBE TYPE SCREW AUGER FLIGHTING ISTRIBUTORS UCKET ELEVATORS CREW CONVEYORS D ■ ■ ■ B ■ ■ ■ S ■ ■

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Toll Free (800) 325-6377 Gerber Rotary Valve Distributor Gerber Rotary Valve RAPAT CORPORATION PRODUCTRAPAT LINE CARD OPTIONAL FEATURES CONSTRUCTION ENCLOSED BELT BAGGING CLEATED BELT TRUCK & RAILCAR UNLOADERS FLEXIBLE SIDEWALL PORTABLE BELT FOOD HANDLING TROUGHING ROLLER PLASTIC & WIRE BELTS SLIDER BED STAINLESS STEEL EN-MASSE (DRAG) CUSTOM CONVEYORS ONVEYORS C ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ELECTRIC DRIVE - (Above) All units are available from the factory with electric drive. Manual units easily converted to electric drive while installed— no costly teardown for conversion! Electric drive is direct con- nected— none of the problems associ- ated with chains or gears. ■ Gerber Rotary Valve Distributor FEATURES

ACCESS DOOR■ INLET FEATURES■ ■ DURABLE CONSTRUCTION ROTARY VALVE DISTRIBUTOR Designed for easy Replaceable inlet collar, inner spout rotates on Formed and welded steel construction for inspection and ball bearings for smooth operation, complete dependable service. Galvanized and Stainless The Rotary Valve Distributor is available repair through door. top and bottom dust seals for cleaner operation. Steel construction available as option. in many standard sizes and nearly unlimit- ed custom sizes. The Rotary Valve Distributor is available in carbon steel, stainless steel or galvanized. Other options include different outlet The center control cable releases the configurations (such as square or angled) ELECTRIC latch to unlock it when moving to the next and several types of abrasion resistant ROTARY VALVE outlet position, and the other two cable lining material for longer spout life. controls swing the inner spout to either side, allowing precise position control. The Rotary Valve Distributor is designed All Rotary Valve for all-weather durability, allowing indoor ■ RIGID Distributor models MOUNTING are available as or outdoor installation. BRACKETS & LIFT HOOKS electrically- Rapat can also provide special features controlled units such as bi-directional drive and air plenum Provided for easy installation with a control panel pick-up for dust control on any valve size. and extra safety. for remote control All Rotary Valve Distributors are operation from your designed for safe, economical and trouble- office, driveway or other convenient free operation, and are available with man- location(s). Multiple control panels are also ual or electronic control systems. ■ EASY MAINTENANCE available, so that the Rotary Valve ■ ROTATING INNER SPOUT Cylindrical shape allows Distributor system may be controlled at dif- Inlet spout rotates 360˚ and positively more room to work when ferent locations throughout your operation. aligns with each outlet spout. Full size inspecting or repairing. inner spout assures maximum capacity All units are available from the factory with flow through distributor. 52˚ inner electric drive. Manual units easily convert- spout and outlets are standard, other angles available upon request. ed to electric drive while installed— no DUCT CONFIGURATIONS■ costly teardown for conversion! Choices of 3 to 24 outlet ducts STANDARD MANUAL CONTROL: ranging from 4" to 30" diame- The control system includes an intrinsical- GIVES YOU POSITIVE CONTROL ters. Larger sizes are available, ly safe proximity sensor with barrier relay consult factory. and brake panel to position the inner spout; The inner spout of the rotary valve locks and a remote control panel, digital position into its proper location and can be moved readout with malfunctions displayed. only ■ BALL BEARINGS when the operator unlocks and turns Ball bearings on all primary it to the next outlet. Its three cable controls moving parts for smooth, can be operated at the valve, on the work accurate operation. floor, or at any alternate location by using the control cables and pulleys! POSITIVE LOCKING POSITIVE LOCKING MANUAL CONTROL INNER SPOUT■ MECHANISM Mechanism on inner spout Left and right cables assures positive lock on control spout rotation, outlet— no mixing or mis- ELECTRIC ROTARY VALVE SPECIFICATIONS middle cable controls taken spout location! Inlet positive locking inner spout rotates full 360˚ for spout mechanism. fast access to any outlet. Most electrical components are mounted outside Size 800 to 45,900 bushels per hour. unit for dust-free operation. Only 4 wires to connect distributor to control panel. Controls Manual or Electric controls are Motor wires to be determined by electrician and run available Specialfor all installations.size units are available. Please consult factory for more information. ROTARY VALVE SIZE AND CAPACITY CHART in a separate conduit. Ducts 4" to 30" diameter, in 2" increments. Can be designed to interface with other automated control systems. SIZE 4" 6" 8" 10" 12" 14" 16" 18" 20" 22" 24" 26" 28" 30" Intake Single intake only. Built in error detection for positive spout location CAPACITY CU. FT/HR.1,000 2,250 4,000 6,300 9,100 12,400 16,100 20,400 25,200 30,700 36,400 42,900 49,800 57,100 information. Discharge Up to 24 Discharge Ducts on lower CAPACITY BPH 800 1,800 3,200 5,100 7,350 10,000 13,000 16,500 20,400 24,700 29,400 34,500 40,000 45,900 capacity units. Number of Dynamic brake system for quick, accurate discharges may decrease with positioning over outlets. higher capacity units. Electronic control system allows spout to travel shortest distance to next selected position Standard Carbon steel body with carbon Most electric units have direct connected drive— Construction steel inner parts. Ball Bearings on no more problems with chains or gears. all primary moving parts. Top and bottom dust seals included.

All specifications subject to change without notice.