Bürkert, a leading flow control specialist, has unveiled a cutting-edge line of valves designed for effortless servicing and optimal performance in handling liquids and steam. This new range boasts durability to withstand high temperatures and has secured FDA approval for applications in the food and beverage industry, as well as medical settings. The valves, actuated directly by a solenoid, offer simplicity in design, translating to cost efficiency particularly advantageous for high-volume OEM procurement.
Catering to a diverse array of equipment manufacturers, from commercial coffee machines to hot drink vending machines, these valves are versatile. They can efficiently manage the flow of detergents and are well-suited for medical machinery requiring precise liquid control, such as water or saline flushes.
Robust and reliable, these valves offer reliable on/off control. The range includes the two-port (2/2) 7015 plunger valve, the three-port (3/2) 7016 plunger valve, and the three-port (3/2) 7017 rocker valve, designed for media separation tasks like milk dosing. The compact design, facilitated by a powerful solenoid, ensures longevity, capable of enduring up to 100,000 cycles. Constructed from PPS food-grade plastic, the valves can handle media temperatures up to 100°C and are pressure-resistant up to 12 bar.
Despite maintaining Bürkert's renowned quality standards in design and manufacturing, these valves offer a competitive price point due to their simplified construction and direct action. This affordability makes them ideal for high-volume OEMs prioritizing cost efficiency.
For streamlined maintenance, all valves feature tool-free opening and closing mechanisms. The 7015/16 valves are equipped with screw tops for quick removal, facilitating easy replacement of the magnetic core during servicing. Maintenance of the 7017 media separation valve is equally hassle-free, as only the diaphragm requires replacement rather than the entire fluidics unit. The quick-release, tool-free mechanism provides easy access for inspection and replacement.
Installation is made convenient with a hose connection directly on the valve, eliminating the need for additional adapters, seals, or push-in fittings. The valves can be mounted directly onto a backplane, simplifying the initial OEM installation process.
Hygiene is prioritized with valves designed for easy cleaning, including the 7017 valve equipped with rocker technology for media like milk. The range complies with hygiene standards and holds approvals from FDA, NSF, and EC 1935/2004.
Troy Stehr, industry account manager for lab and med tech applications at Bürkert, comments, "The new range of direct-acting valves offer easy serviceability and exceptional cost-effectiveness. With FDA and hygienic approvals, combined with high durability, this new valve range is well-suited for commercial drink machines and equally well-suited for medical equipment requiring precise liquid flow."
