2-Day Valve Training Seminar

Location: GEA Janesville Office – 400 S Wuthering Hills, Janesville, WI 53545
Dates: October 21-22, 2025

Seminar Overview:

Join us for an in-depth, hands-on training seminar at GEA’s brand new Janesville, WI office, manufacturing, and testing center, where we will explore the full spectrum of GEA’s hygienic and aseptic valve technologies including a tour of our state-of-the-art product testing center. This seminar is designed to equip attendees with a solid understanding of valve selection, application, and servicing across food, beverage, dairy, and high-purity processing environments. Through expert-led presentations and interactive demonstrations, participants will gain technical insight into how GEA valves ensure product safety, process reliability, and compliance with stringent hygienic and aseptic standards.

Training Topics:

Hygienic Valve Technologies & Applications

• Overview of GEA’s single-seat, mixproof, and butterfly valves
• Hygienic design principles and cleanability considerations
• Common applications in food, beverage, and dairy processing lines
• Regulatory compliance (FDA, EHEDG, 3-A)

Aseptic Valve Technologies & Applications

• Introduction to GEA's aseptic valve portfolio (e.g., VARIVENT® D-tec®, Vesta®, and Aseptomag® technologies)
• Steam barrier and hermetic sealing principles
• Application in UHT, ESL, and sterile processing systems
• CIP/SIP integration and flow path logic
• High-purity focus: diaphragm and bellows valves, validation requirements, and traceability
• Integration into bioprocessing systems

Valve Servicing & Maintenance Best Practices

• Hands-on disassembly and reassembly of common valve types
• Seal replacement, inspection techniques, and wear detection
• Preventative maintenance planning
• Spare parts programs and service support from GEA

What You’ll Gain:

• A practical understanding of valve function and selection across industries
• Confidence in basic diagnosing and servicing of GEA valve assemblies
• Familiarity with hygienic and aseptic processing requirements
• Direct interaction with GEA technical experts and field service representatives

Who Should Attend:

This seminar is ideal for professionals involved in the sales, engineering, or design of hygienic or aseptic process systems. No prior GEA product experience is required.

Attendance Details:

This seminar is free of charge. Lunch will be served both days, and dinner on the first night will be hosted by GEA. Attendees are responsible for travel and accommodations. A block of rooms at a discounted rate will be provided at Tru by Hilton located at 2702 Pontiac Pl, Janesville, WI 53545. Click here to book a room.