Radial - Taintor - Gates

Radial gates are designed for wide and unobstructed waterways where a light-weight economical gate with minimal hoist effort to open and close is required. A radial gate consists of a curved gate leaf, rubber seals, support arms, seal rubbing embedments and embedded pivot points. The gate leaf is of a welded construction varying in width and height as required by the size of the opening. Embedded rubbing seats are mounted flush with the wall to provide a smooth flat surface for the seals to slide on as the gate opens and closes.

Later pressure applied against the curved gate leaf is transmitted through the support arms into the pivot points, which are embedded in the concrete wall. A smaller hoist is generally required to operate a radial gate as compared to other types of gates. Radial gates are used primarily for upstream level control in open-channel installations. Flow is always one-way, against the face of the gate. Low lifting forces are required for radial gate operation, which is normally by cable hoists.    

Typical Applications

• Irrigation canals
• Flood control
• Dam structures
• Hydroelectric

Features

• Overflow type and breastwall type available
• Wide range of sizes