Safety Valve model G14 (PN 60)
DN20 (3/4") - DN25 (1") - DN40 (1"1/2) | Orifice 13,5mm
Safety Valves for Food & Beverage
Safety and Reliability for the Food & Beverage Industry
Safety valves designed to ensure maximum control and regulatory compliance.
Industry Requirements
Suitability for the Food & Beverage Industry
In the Food & Beverage industry, the use of safety valves requires not only materials compatible with the food industry but also specific connections to ensure hygienic and safe installation. The connections must be designed to minimize dead zones and facilitate cleaning and sanitation operations. Therefore, connections such as flanges, Tri-Clamp fittings, and swivel nozzles complying with DIN 11851, DIN 11850, and DIN 11864 are used. These solutions ensure quick, secure, and easily dismountable assembly for maintenance and cleaning.
Additionally, safety valves for the food industry must comply with stringent regulatory standards for contact with food and beverages. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and MOCA (Materials and Objects in Contact with Food) certifications ensure that the materials used are suitable for contact with products intended for human consumption, with no risk of contamination.
Pneumatic Actuator
In the Food & Beverage industry, the pneumatic actuator on safety valves plays a fundamental role in processes requiring high hygiene standards. Thanks to its automation, it allows remote flushing of CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-In-Place) fluids, enabling the internal cleaning and sterilization of the valve without the need for disassembly. This system ensures the removal of any product residues inside the PSV, preventing cross-contamination and maintaining optimal hygienic conditions.
Materials and Process Fluids
In the Food & Beverage industry, the use of materials and seals that comply with FDA and MOCA standards is essential to ensure food safety and the quality of the final product. Safety valves, in contact with process fluids like beverages, sauces, or pasteurized products, must withstand high temperatures and cleaning detergents used in CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-In-Place) cycles. Without suitable materials, there is a risk of surface degradation, leading to the release of unwanted particles or contaminants. FDA certification ensures that the materials are safe and free from harmful substances, while MOCA compliance confirms their suitability for direct contact with food. Choosing certified components means reducing the risk of contamination, improving equipment durability, and ensuring high hygienic standards throughout the production process.
Where Are Safety Valves Located?
Safety valves for the Food & Beverage industry play a crucial role in protecting production systems and ensuring the quality of the final product. In filling systems for beverages, such as fruit juices, soft drinks, and other packaged beverages, valves are installed to prevent overpressure that could compromise the integrity of the system or alter the bottling process. Their function is especially critical in high-speed systems, where pressure fluctuations must be precisely managed to maintain a steady flow and ensure high hygiene standards.
Similarly, in food production lines for products like jams, tomato sauces, and other viscous products, safety valves are integrated into thermal treatment and pasteurization systems. In these contexts, pressure control is essential to ensure uniform cooking, prevent product loss, and maintain system safety.
Challenges and Critical Issues in the Industry
Food Connections
Food connections such as the linear and nut (DIN 11851), Tri Clamp, and aseptic flanged connections are essential in the Food & Beverage industry to ensure secure and hygienic connections. The linear and nut offers an airtight seal and facilitates mounting and dismounting, reducing the risk of contamination. The Tri Clamp allows for quick and hygienic installation without tools, avoiding internal threads to prevent contamination. Aseptic flanged connections ensure an airtight seal, ideal for applications requiring maximum safety and ease of maintenance.
What is Nuova General's Solution?
Nuova General meets the Food & Beverage industry’s needs with dedicated connections made from 316L stainless steel, a material known for its corrosion resistance, durability, and food safety. The Tri Clamp connections, linear and nut (DIN 11851), and aseptic flanged connections are designed to provide optimal performance, safety, and hygiene in food applications.
Certified Materials for the Food & Beverage Industry
In the Food & Beverage industry, using materials that comply with FDA and MOCA standards is crucial for ensuring safety, quality, and long-term durability. Careful material selection is key to providing safe components suited to the specific needs of the food industry, ensuring products are free of contaminants and maintain the required hygienic standards.
What is Nuova General's Solution?
Our valves are made with 100% Italian materials, ensuring full traceability and the highest standard of quality. Each component is carefully selected to meet the needs of the food industry, ensuring reliable and durable performance.
We use 316L stainless steel, known for its high corrosion resistance, perfect for applications with aggressive chemicals and food products. Upon request, for pressure parts, we provide a material certificate 3.1, ensuring transparency and full compliance with regulations. The seals used are FDA-certified, ensuring compatibility with process fluids and operational safety. Additionally, the materials have passed the migration tests required by regulation D.E.1935/2004 MOCA, certifying their suitability for direct contact with food.
Valves with Pneumatic Actuator
In the Food & Beverage industry, maintaining high hygiene standards for safety valves is critical to prevent contamination. Therefore, it is essential to be able to operate them remotely, allowing the flushing of CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-In-Place) fluids. This process enables thorough cleaning and sterilization of the valve, eliminating any residues and ensuring compliance with the stringent food industry standards.
What is Nuova General's Solution?
Nuova General safety valves can be equipped with a pneumatic actuator up to a set pressure of 8 barg. This system allows remote valve opening, enabling internal cleaning without dismantling the component. For more precise monitoring, a proximity sensor can be integrated into the actuator, sending an electrical signal to confirm proper operation. Alternatively, valves can be provided with a test lever or test nut, available for any set pressure, allowing manual activation to verify operation and ensure fluid flushing.
Certifications and Standards for the Food & Beverage Industry
The MOCA certification (D.E. 1935/2004) is essential for safety valves in the Food & Beverage industry, as it ensures that materials in contact with food or beverages are safe and comply with European health and food safety regulations. This certification guarantees that the valves do not release harmful substances into the product, preventing chemical or physical contamination. For food applications, where quality and safety are essential, MOCA certification is crucial to ensure high performance and protection for the consumer.
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) certification ensures that materials and equipment in contact with beverages and food meet the stringent U.S. safety and compatibility regulations.
Compliance with these standards is essential to reduce the risk of contamination, improve the efficiency of production processes, and ensure the highest quality of the final product.
Nuova General Safety Valve Range Recommended for Food & Beverage
Safety Valve model G20/L (PN 60)
DN25 (1") - DN40 (1"1/2) - DN50 (2") | Orifice 20mm
Safety Valve model G25/P (PN 60)
DN25 (1") - DN32 (1"1/4) - DN40 (1"1/2) | Orifice 25mm
Safety Valve model B38/LP (PN 40)
DN40 (1"1/2) - DN50 (2") | Orifice 38mm
Why Choose a Nuova General Instruments Safety Valve?
Choosing a Nuova General Instruments safety valve means relying on a product designed and manufactured according to the highest quality and safety standards. In addition to our years of experience and continuous focus on innovation, we offer a range of dedicated services to support our customers at every stage, from product selection to after-sales assistance:
• ⚡ Fast Delivery: Standard production within 10 business days, with a Fast Track option for shipments in just 5 days.
• 📦 Flexible Lot Sizes: We provide both single valves and large batches up to 1000 units, always ensuring top quality.
• 🎨 Customization: Laser marking, colored caps for calibration identification, and removable barcode labels for simplified management.
• ✅ Third-Party Testing: Option to obtain 3.2 test certificates from prestigious organizations such as INAIL, TUV, RINA, LLOYD, DNV, and ABS.
• 📄 Online Certificates: Immediate and unlimited access to technical documentation of the valves through our dedicated portal.
• 🛠️ Product Samples: Ability to test our valves before placing regular orders, with specialized technical support.
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