Sanitary Valves

Sanitary Valves

Waukesha W60 series single-seat valves shut off or divert flow in a process system. They are pneumatically or manually operated and offered in a wide variety of configurations. These valves process products in the beverage, food, dairy, pharmaceutical, personal care, and chemical industries.

How can mix-proof valves be used as shutoff valves?

Typically used to process product and CIP, double-seat mix-proof valves have two seats isolating the upper and lower parts of the pipeline when the valve’s in a closed fail-safe position. With a vent cavity between the two seats, there is a path for any leakage to travel if the seals fail. Additionally, there is a drain to remove the CIP solution during cleaning. Mix-proof valves also include an external CIP spray to provide extra cleaning for the vent cavity while the valve is closed or open.

Why should the cut-off valve be as hard and sealed as possible?

-Any shut-off valve should have a strong seal that can hold back a large amount of pressure from the other side without losing strength or integrity, best-preventing leaks or weakening the seal.