Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof hygienic valves

Alfa Laval has announced two hygienic valves, the Unique Mixproof CIP and Unique Mixproof Process, extending its hygienic double-seat valve range.

The Unique Mixproof CIP is a double-seat valve designed to safely and efficiently manage the flow of cleaning media during cleaning-in-place (CIP), while the Unique Mixproof Process, a compact version of Alfa Laval double-seat valves, is configurable and available in various sizes to meet manufacturers’ fundamental hygienic processing requirements. Both are capable of simultaneously routing two different fluids without the risk of cross-contamination.

Double-seat technology with seat lift keeps the fluids separated, enabling efficient cleaning and protection against the intrusion of harmful microorganisms. With a fully balanced design, the valves can handle high pressure without the risk of pressure shocks. They are certified according to FDA, 3A and other recognised standards.

The Unique Mixproof CIP and Unique Mixproof Process valves are compact and modular, and available in types and sizes that suit different applications.

Combined with Alfa Laval ThinkTop control units, the valves are said to eliminate unnecessary product loss while delivering up to 90% savings in water and CIP media.