Requirements for the food industry put into practice
Reliability with the Clean Design Portfolio from Festo
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Valve terminals
The Clean Design valve terminal MPA-C is setting a new standard. It meets the requirements for protection class IP69K and CRC4, the highest corrosion resistance class at Festo. These products, complemented by a redundant seal system, allow problem-free cleaning with high pressure jets or foam and enable valve terminals to be installed in locations with harsh environmental conditions. They are of course made of FDA-compliant materials and are lubricated with NSF-H1 grease.
Pneumatic and electric drives
The electric cylinder ESBF is a real power package in Clean Look. Thanks to its optional features such as protection class IP65, increased corrosion protection and FDA-certified grease, it is ideal for use in the food and beverage industry. The stainless steel round cylinder CRDSNU from Festo also helps to avoid sources of infection as its extremely smooth surfaces make it easy to clean. A further useful option is the self-adjusting end position cushioning (PPS) which has no need for the potential dirt traps of adjusting screws. Festo also offers a modular seal system for many different requirements. For example, the dry-running seal ensures that the drive will continue to operate reliably even if the factory lubrication is washed away by intensive cleaning. Pneumatic connection technology Even the smallest component can have a big effect, which is why the stainless steel fitting NPCK fulfils all the Clean Design requirements. The special union nut design prevents dirty edges and the build-up of microorganisms or other forms of contamination. The fittings can be combined with the comprehensive range of tubing.
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