Bürkert has launched two new stainless steel valve actuators, created specifically for tough hygienic operating environments. The Types 2060 and 2063 are designed to control angle seat valves and diaphragm valves respectively, and incorporate Bürkert’s tried and tested valve control technology. They also complete the product line-up for systems using centralised automation.

Type 2060 and 2063 stainless steel actuators

Angle seat valve actuator Type 2060 can operate with media temperatures up to 185 °C and is available in four actuator sizes, 50 mm, 70 mm, 90 mm and 130 mm for pipe diameters between DN15 and DN65.

Diaphragm valve actuator Type 2063 can be specified with a variety of valve body designs and diaphragm materials to ensure optimum conditions inside the control valve are maintained.

Designed for the requirements of hygienic applications

Process control equipment destined for hygienic environments faces considerable challenges, especially related to the cleaning regimes, both inside the valve and the external surfaces. The new Bürkert valve actuators are manufactured and tested to work effectively in these environments.

Resistance in tough process conditions
The external surfaces of Types 2060 and 2063 valve actuators are manufactured from smooth, laser-welded stainless steel, which is resistant to humidity, cleaning detergents and high-pressure, high-temperature cleaning processes.

Both actuators have been designed and tested to withstand the harsh environment of a salt spray atmosphere, according to ISO 9227, for 600 hours, which they achieved without any sign of corrosion.

Product safety
The closed design of the new actuators, the sealed optical position indicator and ducted exhaust port ensure the actuators remain impervious to water ingress and make the actuators well suited to industry sectors that employ regular wash-down practices. All of the wetted parts conform to EG 1935/2004.

The diaphragm valves can also be specified with Bürkert’s latest tube valve body which has a superior surface finish and very high cleanability, with certification from the European Hygiene Engineering & Design Group (EHEDG).

Reliable process control
The new valve actuators use the proven valve piston coupled with trusted packing for high reliability and ELEMENT spindle guidance that allows the v-seals to be exchanged for different sized actuators. In addition, the valve seat itself uses a self-aligning sealing disc for optimum seat tightness.

Coupled with a Bürkert valve control cabinet, these actuators and their associated control valves can be integrated into the demanding process environments found in hygienic sectors, such as bio-pharmaceutical, breweries and food plants.

For more information on the latest control valve innovations from Bürkert, visit the website, www.burkert.co.uk or contact Helen Christopher, Marketing Manager by email: helen.christopher@burkert.com or by phone +44 (0) 1285 648720.

About BÜRKERT

Bürkert Fluid Control Systems is one of the leading manufacturers of control and measuring systems for fluids and gases. The products have a wide variety of applications and are used by breweries and laboratories as well as in medical engineering and space technology. The company employs over 2,500 people and has a comprehensive network of branches in 36 countries worldwide.

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