FDA‑Compliant Pumps (Food, Beverage & Hygienic)
Move product safely with FDA‑compliant wetted materials and designs that support hygienic processing. We specify sanitary AODD and sanitary centrifugal for product transfer, peristaltic for shear‑sensitive/filled fluids, and digital metering for CIP/SIP chemistry. For strong acids/alkalis used in cleaning, use mag‑drive sealless to minimize leaks. Brands: Wilden, Yamada, ARO, Graco (sanitary lines); Grundfos (hygienic centrifugal), LMI, Neptune, Emec, Walchem, Finish Thompson, Iwaki and Flux.
Best‑Fit Pumps for FDA‑Compliant Service
| Hygienic Duty | Best Pump Type | Recommended Brands | Why It’s Best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product transfer (sauces, syrups, slurries) | Sanitary AODD (polished 316L, clamp ends) | Wilden, Yamada, ARO, Graco | Gentle handling; CIP/SIP options; quick disassembly with tri‑clamp |
| Bright liquids / utilities (CIP return, water) | Sanitary centrifugal | Grundfos (hygienic series) | High efficiency, smooth surfaces, cleanability and low shear |
| Shear‑sensitive or filled fluids (pulp, fruit, inclusions) | Peristaltic | LMI KML/KBL | Low shear, gentle transfer; simple, sanitary tube changes |
| CIP/SIP chemical dosing (caustic, acid, sanitizer) | Digital diaphragm metering (PVDF/PTFE) | LMI PD/TD, Neptune 500/600, Emec, Walchem | Accurate dosing with hygienic integration; chemical‑resistant heads |
| Harsh CIP chemical transfer | Mag‑drive sealless centrifugal (PP/PVDF/ETFE) | Finish Thompson DB/UC, Iwaki MX/MD | Leak‑free containment; excellent compatibility with oxidants/alkalis |
| Drum/IBC unloading (syrups, oils, acids) | Sanitary drum/IBC pump | Flux F‑Series | Tri‑clamp options; food‑grade tubes; XP motors available |
Note: Where specific 3‑A or EHEDG certifications are required, we’ll quote compliant models and finishes. We match elastomers, surface roughness (Ra) and connection types to your spec.
Recommended FDA‑Compliant Packages (Placeholders)
Tip Share product SDS/recipe, viscosity & solids, required sanitary standards (FDA/3‑A/EHEDG), temperature range, cleanability (CIP/SIP), target GPM/TDH and connection type. We’ll return curves and a compliant BOM.
How We Engineer FDA‑Compliant Systems
- Materials & finish—316L, FDA elastomers, surface roughness to spec (e.g., ≤ Ra 32 µin).
- Sanitary design—drainable housings, minimized deadlegs, tri‑clamp connections and CIP spray coverage.
- Controls—dose‑to‑flow, batch control, 4–20 mA/pulse inputs; interlocks with pasteurization or filler.
- Containment—sealless transfer for CIP acids/oxidants; spill trays and vent routing where required.
- Maintainability—tool‑less disassembly, replaceable tubes/diaphragms, and accessible seals.
Common FDA‑Compliant Uses
- Sauce, syrup and beverage transfer
- Oil, fat and dairy movement
- Fruit pulp & inclusion handling
- CIP return & utility circulation
- Flavor/color and enzyme dosing
- CIP acid/caustic transfer
- Drum/IBC ingredient unloading
- Fillers, kettles and pasteurizers
- Filtration and polishing loops
- Sanitary tank recirculation
Hygienic Flow—Verified
Share product/chemistry list, viscosity & solids, sanitary standards (FDA/3‑A/EHEDG), temperature, desired connections and CIP/SIP method. We’ll quote a compliant package with curves and documentation.
FDA‑Compliant Pump FAQs
Do I need 3‑A certified pumps for every product line?
Not always. Many plants require FDA‑compliant materials and cleanable designs, while specific lines (fluid milk, for example) mandate 3‑A/EHEDG. We’ll match certification and finish to your QA plan.
When is sanitary AODD better than centrifugal?
Use sanitary AODD for thicker products, inclusions or where gentle handling and portable hookup are key. Use sanitary centrifugal for bright liquids and CIP returns at higher flows.
How do I handle aggressive CIP chemicals safely?
Use PVDF/PTFE‑headed metering pumps for accurate dosing and mag‑drive sealless pumps for bulk transfer of oxidants/alkalis to reduce leaks and maintenance.