Food & Beverage Safety Valves
Food and beverage processing demands specialized valve designs that meet NSF, FDA, and USDA standards for product contact and sanitary operation. Aquatrol’s sanitary relief valves use cleanable tri-clamp connections, all-stainless construction with no dead legs, and no-lead materials that comply with potable water standards. Every valve supports rapid clean-in-place (CIP) and steam-in-place (SIP) protocols.
Why Aquatrol Food & Beverage Valves
Food safety regulations are non-negotiable. Aquatrol’s sanitary valve designs meet NSF/ANSI 372 (no-lead requirements), FDA food-contact material standards, and USDA meat processing guidelines. All stainless steel construction prevents corrosion and off-flavors, while tri-clamp connections enable rapid disassembly for inspection and cleaning. Every valve is designed for SIP sterilization and CIP cleaning protocols.
Processing equipment needs relief protection without introducing contamination risk or product loss. Our sanitary designs feature no dead legs where bacteria can harbor, minimal vent discharge, and fully drainable bodies. Thermal expansion relief on heated product lines and pilot-supply pressure limiting for filling machines all follow food-safe design principles.
Aquatrol works with food engineers to validate valve designs for specific products—dairy, beverage, brewing, juice, sauce production, and more. We understand pressure, temperature, and CIP requirements unique to food systems. Our technical team provides engineering documentation, material certifications, and regulatory compliance confirmation.
| Series | Connection Type | Pressure Range | Certifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| 740 | Tri-clamp (SMS/DIN) | 50–300 PSIG | NSF, FDA, USDA |
| 741 | ISO 2852 Clamp | 50–300 PSIG | NSF, FDA, 3-A Dairy |
| 742 | NPT with sanitary vent | 20–500 PSIG | NSF, FDA, food-contact |
| 743 | Flanged sanitary | 50–400 PSIG | NSF, FDA, USDA |
| 570 | Tri-clamp potable | 20–500 PSIG | NSF 372, no-lead |
Common Applications
- Thermal expansion relief on heated product tanks
- CIP/SIP compatible relief for sterilizable equipment
- Pilot supply pressure limiting for filling machines
- Kettle and cooker overpressure protection
- Beverage carbonation tank and process pressure relief
- Dairy and juice processing system overpressure
- Sanitary process vessel relief and safety limiting
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