16 Sep Aluminum Sluice Gates and Slide Gates
Light, Strong, and Adaptable
The 800 Series Aluminum Gates from Whipps, Inc. provide a lightweight, corrosion-resistant solution for controlling and isolating water in municipal, industrial, irrigation, flood control, and environmental applications. Custom-fabricated around project requirements, the 800 Series combines reinforced aluminum construction, low-leakage sealing, and multiple mounting and operating configurations to accommodate a wide range of water control structures.
Why Use Aluminum
Compared with heavier gate materials, aluminum reduces gate weight, simplifying transportation, installation, handling, and structural support requirements while maintaining the strength necessary for the intended application. Aluminum also provides corrosion resistance for long-term exposure to water and outdoor environments.
Our Selection of Aluminum Gates
The 800 Series includes both slide gates and sluice gates, with the primary distinction being the sealing arrangement. Models such as the 823 are designed without a top seal, allowing water to pass over the top of the slide when the water elevation exceeds the gate height. The 824 and 825 incorporate a top seal, creating four-sided sealing that prevents overflow through the gate opening when the gate is closed.
Model 821 – Embedded Aluminum Gate
The Whipps Model 821 is a lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminum gate designed for embedded installation within concrete structures. Its embedded configuration provides secure alignment and permanent integration with the surrounding structure, while UHMW sealing components support dependable, low-leakage water control.
Model 823 – Aluminum Slide Gate
The Whipps Model 823 is a standard aluminum slide gate without a top seal, allowing water to overflow the slide when water elevations exceed the gate height. Corrosion-resistant aluminum construction and UHMW seals provide a lightweight, durable solution for applications requiring dependable flow control without four-sided sealing.
Model 823-C – Channel-Mounted Aluminum Slide Gate
The Whipps Model 823-C is a channel-mounted aluminum slide gate designed for open-channel flow control. Its lightweight, corrosion-resistant construction simplifies installation while UHMW sealing components provide dependable performance and low leakage for treatment, irrigation, flood control, and similar channel applications.
Model 823-D – Downward-Opening Aluminum Slide Gate
The Whipps Model 823-D uses a downward-opening slide to regulate flow and water elevation. This configuration provides precise level control while accommodating applications where conventional upward gate travel or available overhead space may be limited.
Model 823-I – Interconnected-Stem Aluminum Slide Gate
The Whipps Model 823-I incorporates two interconnected operators to provide synchronized, balanced movement across the gate slide. The dual stem configuration increases operating stability while maintaining the lightweight construction, corrosion resistance, and dependable sealing of the 800 Series.
Model 824 – Aluminum Sluice Gate
The Whipps Model 824 is an aluminum sluice gate incorporating a top seal for four-sided sealing. Unlike the 823 slide gate, the top seal prevents water from overflowing through the gate opening when closed. Its aluminum construction, UHMW seals, and custom fabrication provide dependable isolation with reduced gate weight.
Model 825 – Non-Self-Contained Aluminum Sluice Gate
The Whipps Model 825 is a non-self-contained aluminum sluice gate designed for applications where the operating equipment must be supported independently of the gate frame. Its top seal provides four-sided sealing, while separate pedestal and operator arrangements allow the operating system to accommodate wall-, floor-, and project-specific installation requirements.
Tip of the Customization Iceberg
Customization extends beyond gate dimensions. Frames can be configured for wall-mounted, channel-mounted, or embedded installations, allowing the gate to integrate with new construction as well as project-specific infrastructure. Operating arrangements can also be modified around site conditions. Wider gates can incorporate dual interconnected stems to provide synchronized movement and distribute operating loads across the slide. Together, these configurations make the Whipps 800 Series a versatile family of fabricated aluminum gates for projects requiring dependable water control with the advantages of lower weight, corrosion resistance, custom engineering, and multiple installation options.
Look at the Aluminum Gates Yourself
Each gate incorporates a reinforced aluminum slide engineered around the opening dimensions and anticipated water pressure. UHMW seat/seals and resilient bottom seals provide sealing surfaces that minimize leakage while supporting smooth gate travel and dependable closure. Take a look at our brochures to find out how the 800 Series Aluminum Slide Gates are the perfect equipment for your project.
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