Which Knife Gate Valve Spare Parts Should Mining Operations Keep?

by Hannes van den Berg | Sep 25, 2026 | Uncategorized

For a mining operation, a valve failure can affect much more than the valve itself. If a critical pipeline has to be shut down while a replacement component is sourced, the resulting downtime can become expensive. This is why knife gate valve spare parts should be...

What Is the Difference Between a Knife Gate Valve and a Slurry Valve?

by CMO Valves | Sep 7, 2026 | Industry Insights & Strategy, Knife Gate Valves

The terms knife gate valve and slurry valve are often used interchangeably, but they don’t necessarily describe exactly the same thing. Understanding the difference is useful when specifying valves for mining applications. Knife Gate Valve A knife gate valve...

CMO A Series vs AB Series: Which Knife Gate Valve Should You Choose?

by CMO Valves | Sep 4, 2026 | Uncategorized

Choosing between different knife gate valve series can be confusing when the applications appear similar. CMO Africa’s product range includes several valve series, each designed around different operating requirements. Two examples are the A Series and AB...

Knife Gate Valves for Mine Water: Where They Fit in a Water Management System

by CMO Valves | Sep 1, 2026 | Industry Insights & Strategy, Knife Gate Valves

Water management is an essential part of mining operations. Mines may need to move and isolate: Process water Recovered water Mine water Wastewater Sludge Effluent The correct valve depends heavily on the characteristics of the water stream. Not All Mine Water Is the...

What Is a Knife Gate Valve Seat and Why Does It Matter?

by CMO Valves | Aug 31, 2026 | Knife Gate Valves

The valve seat is one of the most important components affecting shut-off performance. Yet it is often overlooked when valves are being specified. What Does the Seat Do? The seat creates the sealing interface between the moving gate and the valve. Its design...