Valves TechnoAlpin

Snowmaking typically involves harsh climatic conditions (cold and wind, sudden changes in the weather), while water pressures can reach up to 100 bar and more. All that makes severe demands of the system components.

In the case of valves, operating reliability and safety are ensured through the use of TechnoAlpin’s high-tech top-quality valves – fully automatic, motor-controlled, with automatic draining, depending on the operator’s individual requirements.   

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Hydromat SE

The TechnoAlpin Hydromat SE offers maximum precision and safety. Thanks to the water pressure adjustment range from 0 to 100 bar, the conditions for snow generator operation are ideal. In the event of a fault or power failure, the Hydromat SE will automatically shut-off. This hydraulic-electromechanical hydrant is auto-matically controlled by the snow generator, which reads and compares set parameters and opens/ closes the hydrant.

Furthermore, the Hydromat SE features an electric keypad for manual control, which can be activated mechanically on the product itself in the event of an emergency.
A high pressure hose connects the Hydromat SE to the snow generator, while a drain valve empties the pipe and hoses. 
The Hydromat SE hydrant is installed in the shafts located along the ski runs and can be activated by all TechnoAlpin snow generators.

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XE-Ventil

In 2003, TechnoAlpin developed a new motor valve in order to enhance the water valve assortment with an interesting product, both from a technical and cost effective point of view. The motor valve is designed for fixed installation inside the shaft, but can also be used in the mobile version. In this case, a hydrant is not required in the shaft, but simply a  locking valve (e.g. a manual valve). In the event of a serious fault (e.g. power failure), the motor valve will automatically shut-off, thanks to the battery supply. The valve is activated by an electric motor, which is connected to the snow generator.

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E-Motor

The e-motor is installed on any type of manual hydrant by means of a simple coupling system with an array of adapters.  Thanks to the water pressure adjustment range from 0 to 100 bar, the conditions for snow generator operation are ideal. In the event of a fault or power failure, the battery-operated e-motor will automatically close the manual hydrant. The batteries are controlled by an integrated battery charger that charges them when necessary. The e-motor is an electric motor that is automatically activated by a control device inside the snow gun that reads and compares set parameters and opens/closes the hydrant by means of the e-motor.

The e-motor can be moved and positioned using 2 buttons, while a simple coupling system allows for quick disassembly, after which the hydrant can be operated manually.
The high pressure hose of the hydrant (where the e-motor is connected) connects the snow generator water supply. The automatic drain valve on the manual hydrant empties the pipes and connection hoses. The e-motor is automatically activated by all TechnoAlpin snow generators.

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