25 Feb Product Showcase: What is the 800 Series?
Whipps, Inc.’s 800 Series Aluminum Gate Breakdown
Reliable aluminum slide gates are an essential solution for effective water flow management, providing durability and precise control across various applications. At Whipps, Inc., our 800 Series Aluminum Gates are designed to meet the demands of diverse environments, offering a combination of lightweight strength, low leakage, and long-lasting performance. With a focus on customization, we manufacture aluminum slide gates that meet both standard and unique application requirements, ensuring optimal performance in every installation.
What is an Aluminum Slide Gate
The 800 Series Slide Gates from Whipps, Inc. are engineered to provide efficient and reliable flow control in demanding operational settings. These gates are constructed from rugged, reinforced aluminum, making them both lightweight and highly durable. Like our traditional gates, the 800 Series features ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMW) seat/seals, ensuring minimal leakage and long-term resilience. With various mounting configurations available, these gates provide seamless integration into different water management systems.
Benefits of Choosing the 800 Series Aluminum Slide Gates
Whipps, Inc. is committed to manufacturing high-quality aluminum slide gates that offer both performance and longevity. Some key advantages of our 800 Series include:
- Corrosion Resistance: Aluminum construction ensures long-lasting durability even in harsh conditions.
- UHMW Seat/Seals: Provides a secure, low-leakage seal for improved flow control.
- Lightweight Design: Designed to withstand continuous use while easy to operate
- Customizable Configurations: Tailored solutions to fit unique application requirements.
- Resilient Bottom Seal: Secure and flush bottom closure reduces leakage and improves efficiency.
Why 6061 Aluminum is a Premium Material
Aluminum is a superior material compared to cast iron for submerged water control applications, especially in brackish water environments due to its corrosion resistance, lightweight properties, and robust durability. While cast iron, which is prone to rust and degradation when exposed to water over time, aluminum naturally forms a protective oxide layer that helps prevent corrosion. Additionally, aluminum is significantly lighter than cast iron, making installation, maintenance, and handling easier and more cost-effective. For applications requiring strength, longevity, and corrosion resistance, aluminum outperforms cast iron as a premium material for water management.
Specifications for the 800 Series Aluminum Gates
Our custom 800 Series Aluminum Slide Gates are designed with:
- Precision Engineering: Manufactured to exacting standards for optimal performance.
- Rapid & Cost-Effective Production: Ensures quick turnaround times without sacrificing quality.
- Versatile Mounting Options: Available in wall-mounted, embedded, or channel-mounted configurations.
- Field-Tested Reliability: Rigorous testing to ensure long-term operation in demanding conditions.
Look at the Aluminum Gates Yourself
Whipps, Inc. is dedicated to delivering top-quality, customizable water control equipment that meets the specific needs of our clients. The 800 Series Aluminum Gates offer a perfect blend of strength, durability, and efficiency, making them ideal for a wide range of flow control applications. Check out our brochures to find out how our 800 Series Aluminum Gates can be tailored to your project.
📒 View the 800 Series Brochure
📒 Check our standard Aluminum 823 Slide Gate