Bürkert has launched two new stainless steel valve actuators, created specifically for tough hygienic operating environments. The Types 2060 and 2063 are designed to control angle seat valves and diaphragm valves respectively and incorporate Bürkert’s tried and tested valve control technology. They also complete the product line-up for systems using centralised automation.
The external surfaces of both valve actuators are manufactured from smooth, laser welded stainless steel, which is resistant to humidity, cleaning detergents and high-pressure, high-temperature cleaning processes. A sealed optical position indicator and a ducted exhaust port ensure the actuators remain impervious to water ingress.
Internally, the new valve actuators use the proven valve piston coupled with trusted packing for high reliability and ELEMENT spindle guidance that allows the v-seals to be exchanged for different sized actuators. In addition, the valve seat itself uses a self-aligning sealing disc for optimum seat tightness, while all of the wetted parts conform to EG 1935/2004.
The angle seat actuator, Type 2060, can operate with media temperatures up to 185 °C and is available in four actuator sizes, 50 mm, 70 mm, 90 mm and 130 mm for pipe diameters between DN15 and DN65.
The diaphragm valve actuator, Type 2063, can be specified with a variety of valve body designs and diaphragm materials to ensure optimum conditions inside the control valve are maintained.
Process control equipment destined for hygienic environments faces considerable challenges, especially related to the cleaning regimes, both inside the valve and the external surfaces.
The high temperatures and chemicals used to maintain hygienic conditions in production facilities makes stainless steel the most widely accepted material for fluid control systems, hence the new valve actuators are manufactured and tested to work effectively in this environment.
Both actuators have been designed and tested to withstand the harsh environment of a salt spray atmosphere, according to ISO 9227, for 600 hours, which they achieved without any sign of corrosion.
Coupled with the closed design that prevents any water ingress into the control valve, these latest additions to the Bürkert product line-up are well suited to industry sectors that employ regular wash-down practices.
Coupled with a Bürkert valve control cabinet, these actuators and their associated control valves can be integrated into the demanding process environments found in hygienic sectors such as bio-pharmaceutical, breweries and food plants.
Diaphragm valves can be specified with Bürkert’s latest tube valve body which has a superior surface finish and very high cleanability, with certification from the European Hygiene Engineering & Design Group (EHEDG).
For more information on the latest control valve innovations from Burkert, visit the website, www.burkert.co.uk or contact Kirsty Anderson, Marketing Manager by Email: kirsty.anderson@burkert.com, or by phone +44 (0) 1285 648720.
Burkert Fluid Control Systems
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About us
Bürkert is present in thirtyfive countries around the world. We also work with a large network of distributors and partners, which means we are as close as possible to our customers. This global presence ensures full service and support to all of our customers in every country around the world. Research is the lifeblood of our company.
At Bürkert, we are never satisfied with the status quo and are continually seeking new technologies and solutions for our customers. Every year, our people develop new and highly advanced products and solutions, ranging from integrated process measurement and control units to the most sophisticated systems used in pharmaceutical research. To be a market leader, we are also an R&D leader.
Therefore, our investment in research & development is one of the highest in our industry. In our research centres in Germany and France, 150 people are committed to working for a common future for our company and our customers. We are committed to offering our expertise wherever it is needed, anywhere in the world. This global presence ensures that our advances in fluid control technology are also global.
What we do in a nutshell
Manufacture of process equipment. One of the few manufacturers to provide solutions for the complete control loop.
Where we supply to
UK Ireland, Europe
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Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Water and Wastewater
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