Safe maintenance & commissioning

LoTo for GEA Hygienic mixproof valves

LoTo solutions available for all hygienic seat valves ensure a safe maintenance & commissioning of process plants. Use an easy-to-apply AIR LOCK to cut off the control air connection. Or replace the feedback system with a sturdy DISK LOCK to safely block valve action.

AIR LOCK for seat valves

Locks the air connection to the control top or actuator

  • Prevents the movement of the actuator
  • Not water hammer proof
  • Suitable for straight or angled air connections. Not suitable for pressed-in air connections

DISK LOCK for seat valves

Locking the movement of the actuator

  • Valve disk is fixed
  • Advanced solution – increased safety
  • In the event of a water hammer, the valve remains closed

VARIVENT® Mixproof valve without lifting actuator

  • With and without control top
  • Locking of main stroke via AIR LOCK or DISK LOCK

VARIVENT® Mixproof valve with lifting actuator

  • With or without control top
  • Locking of main stroke via AIR LOCK or DISK LOCK
    + additional AIR LOCKs for the lift
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Workplace safety matters

For maximum ease and reliability of planning and installation, LoTo solutions from GEA are now available for all valve types.
DISK LOCK at butterfly valve in a brewery

Locking in safety

Safety matters: minimizing production risks is a top priority for companies in the face of growing challenges. GEA is driving forward state-of-the-art safety concepts with innovative valve technology, enabling users to take increasingly comprehensive precautions. As the first valve manufacturer to offer an end-to-end LoTo portfolio, GEA is creating the best framework for plant operators to contain accidents and reliably fulfil prevention regulations.

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