Food & Beverage Processing Solutions
VALVA provides high-purity flow control solutions designed to meet the stringent safety and hygiene standards of the food and beverage industry. From dairy processing to brewery systems, our valves ensure that your production line remains sterile, easy to clean, and fully compliant with global health regulations.
Prioritizing Purity and Cleanability
In the food industry, the smallest crevice can become a breeding ground for bacteria. VALVA addresses these critical hygiene challenges through:
- Dead-Leg Free Design: Engineered to eliminate areas where product can stagnate and spoil.
- Superior Surface Finish: Precision-polished internals (Ra < 0.8μm) to prevent organic buildup and facilitate effective cleaning.
- CIP/SIP Compatibility: Valves designed to withstand rigorous Clean-In-Place (CIP) and Steam-In-Place (SIP) sterilization cycles.
- FDA-Approved Sealing: Utilizing food-grade EPDM, PTFE, and Silicone seals that are non-toxic and non-reactive.
Versatile Solutions for Every Sector
We support a wide range of food and beverage applications:
- Dairy & Milk Processing: Sanitary butterfly and diaphragm valves for pasteurization and filling lines.
- Brewing & Beverage: Specialized valves for fermentation tanks, carbonation systems, and bottling.
- Sugar & Confectionery: Robust solutions for high-viscosity syrups and sugar refining processes.
- Edible Oils: Corrosion-resistant stainless steel valves for oil extraction and refining.
- Soft Drinks & Juices: Precision flow control for concentrate mixing and high-acid fruit juice handling.
Safe & Compliant Materials
For food contact, we utilize materials that ensure no metallic leaching or flavor contamination:
| Application | Recommended Material | Why it Works |
| Standard Food Grade | Stainless Steel 304/304L | Excellent balance of corrosion resistance and cost for non-acidic foods. |
| High-Acid / Salty Foods | Stainless Steel 316L | Enhanced resistance to organic acids and salty brines/sauces. |
| High-Temp Sterilization | Super Austenitic 904L | Maintains integrity during high-frequency steam cleaning cycles. |
| Sanitary Sealing | PTFE / FDA EPDM | Heat-resistant, non-toxic, and chemical-resistant gaskets. |
Compliance & Quality Standards
VALVA valves are manufactured to align with global food safety initiatives:
- Sanitary Standards: Adherence to DIN 11850 and SMS standards for sanitary tubing.
- Material Certification: FDA-compliant elastomers and 3.1 Material Test Reports for all stainless steel components.
- Surface Treatment: Mechanical polishing and electropolishing options available for ultra-clean applications.
- Testing: 100% pressure and leak testing to ensure zero process contamination.