BULKHEAD SLIDE GATES

Bulkhead gates are a cost-effective way for dewatering channels. They are large fabricated gates used to close the waterway for maintenance of the downstream equipment in most cases. These gates are custom designed for specific applications in almost any size. Stacking gates also permits flow control for larger openings.

The term bulkhead gate can be used to describe what is essentially very large slide gate or to describe a device used like stop logs but providing significantly fewer handling iterations. Bulkhead gates are usually installed and removed under balanced head conditions. In case if it is not possible to fill downstream area to achieve balance head condition, Bulkhead gate will be designed for crack opening considering higher operating capacity of lifting mechanism.

These gates are offered in various materials of construction such as Carbon steel / Stainless steel / Super Duplex stainless steel etc. to suit the intended application. These gates can be operated with electric, pneumatic or hydraulic, cable operating systems.