Single-seat valves
The key to guiding your process flow: GEA FLOWVENT Shut-off valves are used for easy shut-off solutions in hygienic applications.
GEA FLOWVENT Shut-off valves are used for easy shut-off solutions in hygienic applications.
For simple shut-off functions, there is only one seal separating the pipelines from each other. In the event of a possible seal failure, liquid can leak into the second pipeline. For this reason, shut-off valves are not suitable for separating incompatible media.
Shut-off valves are ideal for use e.g. as drain valves or to shut off a bypass line. Often these valve types are also used as dosing valves.
| Recommended flow direction | Against the closing direction |
| Material in contact with product | AISI 316L |
| Material not in contact with product | AISI 304 |
| Seal material in contact with product | EPDM, FKM |
| Ambient temperature | 0 to 45°C |
| Air supply pressure | 6 bar (87 psi) |
| Product pressure | 5 bar (73 psi) |
| Surface in contact with product | Ra ≤ 0,8 μm |
| External housing surface | Matte |
| Control and feedback system | FLOWVENT Control top |
| Actuator type | Pneumatic actuator air / spring |
| Connection fittings | Welding end |
| Identification | Adhesive label |
| Certificates | FDA |

GEA's state-of-the-art control top technology means you can set-up each installed GEA FLOWVENT valve unit automatically within seconds, even without special training.

State-of-the-art for your secure applications: GEA FLOWVENT Mixproof valves are used for the hygienically safe shut-off of incompatible media at pipe intersections.

The easy solution for CIP feeds: GEA FLOWVENT Double-seal valves can be applied as efficient alternatives for secure separation of incompatible products within CIP systems or gas blocks.

The master tool for all changeover functions: GEA FLOWVENT Divert valves are used for easy changeover solutions in hygienic applications.

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