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Valve matrix solution to optimise flow mgt without compromising quality
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Tuesday, 18 July, 2017, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Processes in hygienic industries - such as food and beverages and dairy - are becoming increasingly complex. Alfa Laval has launched Unique Mixproof Valves, a valve matrix, to overcome such challenges as higher volumes, increased efficiency, reduction in water and energy use and optimise flow management without compromising flexibility, plant safety, product quality or hygiene.
Also known as valve cluster, a valve matrix is a great option for maximising process efficiency through optimised flow management. Each stage of the design and installation process is an important component to fully realising potential in a company’s process by saving time and avoiding lost revenue associated with production downtime.
Compared to traditional flow plates, a valve matrix is designed to allow simultaneous circulation of liquids - including cleaning in place (CIP) - on several levels with the exact number of lines and rows to match the specific requirements of the process. The matrix ensures the flexibility for the company to run multiple products to multiple destinations, while other lines are being cleaned.
Installing a valve matrix with Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof Valves brings a company outstanding product safety with good cleaning conditions and no risk of cross-contamination. It rules out the opportunity of human errors, which can occur using manual connection of lines and handling of swing bends.
Pre-built valve matrices
Alfa Laval specialises in providing pre-built valve matrices customised to meet specific, individual requirements. The company’s expertise helps ensure the client the most efficient flow management, using as few components as possible and dealing effectively with key issues that include thermal cycling, cleanability, drainability and flow control.
The company’s valve matrices can be supplied pre-assembled and pre-tested as well as fully wired and with all the necessary pneumatic tubing, junction boxes and control panels pre-connected. This means the client can bring even complex installations online as quickly as possible, saving time and avoiding lost revenue associated with on-site assembly, troubleshooting and downtime.
Advice on optimal solution address product type, process flexibility, utility consumption, plant constraints, thermal expansion and many more considerations.
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