Food Manufacturing Valve Solution   

Actuated Valve With Rebreather

Challenge:

We tackled an actuated valve challenge for a major food manufacturer dealing with extreme heat and corrosive chemicals. Their 400F fryer oil and harsh cleaning agents wreaked havoc on their equipment.

Solution:

• Upgraded valves with cavity-filled 50/50 PTFE stainless seats (rated to 550F) to handle the intense heat
•  Constructed stainless steel actuators with epoxy-coated pistons for corrosion resistance.
•  Provided stainless steel elbows and mufflers for further protection against a corrosive atmosphere.
• Recommended mounting brackets to distance actuators from process heat.
• Added rebreathers to prevent corrosive air entering actuator chambers, ensuring longevity. 
  

What's a Rebreather?

It's a clever device that blocks corrosive air, allowing clean, dry instrument air inside the actuator, essential for durability.