Vortex designs and manufactures slide gates, diverter valves, iris valves and loading spouts for handling thousands of dry bulk materials. Common industries include aggregates, agriculture, cement, chemicals and petro, food and beverage, power generation, industrial sand, milling, mining, pet food, plastics, and pharmaceuticals, among many others. Worldwide, Vortex has more than 400 employees. Our global service network spans more than 120 countries, providing process solutions and technical support throughout 6 of the 7 continents. For more information, please visit our website at