Rotary valve ZAQ

Rotary valve ZAQ for food powder applications

High-throughput pneumatic conveying

Coperion’s ZAQ rotary valves are high-pressure valves designed for efficient powder handling in demanding pneumatic conveying systems. The new ZAQ 700 is the latest model, engineered for very high throughputs of up to 150 t/h and system pressures up to 3.5 bar.

Ideal for food applications:

  • Flour
  • Sugar
  • Spices
  • Other powdered ingredients

For other types of flow control valves for food & pharmaceutical industries, see our valve range here.

This valve is compatible with plastics, chemicals, and mineral processing applications. For more details, please visit the rotary valve ZAQ page on Coperion performance material website.

  • High throughput: Up to 150 t/h, ideal for large-scale production.
  • High pressure: Operates in pneumatic conveying systems up to 3.5 bar (surge-proof up to 10 bar).
  • Large inlet: Open cross-section allows maximum material flow without restriction.
  • Low maintenance: Rotor with 14 pockets reduces leakage and simplifies cleaning.
  • Durable design: Single-walled housing with aluminum hard coating; optional heated housing.
  • Reliable bearings & seal: Outboard bearings separated from product, with a purged seal arrangement.
  • Safe & flexible: Optional chamfered blades and ATEX compliance for explosive zones.
  • Chamfered blades
  • Usable in ex-zones (ATEX)
  • Heated housing

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