Food and Beverage

In the food and beverage processing industry, every phase in converting raw goods into finished, consumable products use diverse machinery.

The food and beverage sector faces a series of considerable challenges in sealing.

Extreme Temperature Ranges: O-rings and seals used in the industry must withstand significant temperature variations. Sealing integrity and durability must be maintained from the icy conditions of cold storage to the intense heat of cooking and sterilization processes.

Chemical Resistance: Cleaning agents and chemicals are frequently used to maintain hygiene in food processing environments. Consequently, seals must display high chemical resistance to prevent degradation that could lead to leaks and potential product contamination.

Wear and Abrasion Resistance: The constant mechanical movements inherent to the operation of processing machinery demand seals with excellent wear and abrasion resistance. High-pressure techniques also contribute to the stress placed on these critical components.

Food Safety Regulations: All seals used within food processing must be food-grade, non-toxic, and comply with rigorous food safety regulations. Compliance ensures the health and safety of consumers and protects manufacturers from potential legal issues related to food safety.

We manufacture sealing solutions for:

  • Household appliances
  • Process equipment
Compounds for Food and Beverage applications

Materials

The following materials are the most commonly used

  • FFKM evolast®

    characterised by a broad service temperature range from -46 °C to 340 °C, evolast® compounds exhibit remarkable resistance to aggressive chemicals, such as acids, organic and inorganic fluids, ketones, esters, solvents, amines, as well as hot water and steam.

  • FKM

    Special compounds for explosive decompression (AED/RGD) ensure reliable performance in extreme conditions. Working within temperature ranges from -60 °C to 250 °C, these materials exhibit good physical properties and excellent chemical resistance.

  • EPDM

    Specifically designed for H2 and CO2 service, with good resistance to steam, ranging from -60 °C up to 150 °C.

Do you want to know more?

Don't hesitate to contact us for any further request.