Valves and Fittings
Regulating flow is the basic role that valves play in a processing line. Specifically, they can be used to:
- Open/close or change-over product streams
- Safely separate incompatible media
- Protect against excessive/shortage of pressure
- Sample products from the pipeline
SPX offers three trusted brands of sanitary valves:
- APV
- Waukesha Cherry-Burrell
- WCB-Flow Products
Across these brands is a wide range of hygienic valves which comprise over 30 different lines. You can choose from simple manual valves to fully automated valves that offer you optimal processing flexibility.
Our valves, including 3.1 certified designs, are made by highly skilled employees in our facilities where lean manufacturing quality standards are practiced. All valves meet the hygienic applications standard and most meet the strict EHEDG and 3A requirements. Valve sealing materials are all FDA-approved. Crevice free sealing ensures there is no gap between the seal material and the seal groove where product can get trapped.
Common valve applications include: beer, wine, juice, milk.
The comprehensive valve lines available from APV and Waukesha Cherry-Burrell are the result of decades of processing experience and continuous innovations. Valves are available in standard and custom designs up to 8 in/200 mm to meet most production capacity needs.
Valve designs and common applications include:
- Manual – product sampling, usually in batch production; wine
- Single seat – product shut off or diversion
- Double seat/mix proof – safe separation of dissimilar liquids
You can count on SPX valves for:
- Gentle product handling – ball-shaped housing
- Optimal cleanability and reduced CIP times – ball-shaped housing, crevice-free sealing
- Reliable performance – stable actuators
- Product safety – specific models adhere to 3A, PMO, CSA, CSN and EHEDG standards
- Reduced down time – spares available for critical situations
- Low inventory needs – common spare parts across models within brands
Products Meeting your Sanitary Valve and Fittings Needs
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