SAMOA Direfclo AODD pumps, perfect fit for Clean in Process

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In this article, we will give you the many reasons to choose our wide range of double diaphragm pumps for Clean In Process applications, but first of all, let’s clarify what is CIP?

CIP, also known as Clean in Place or Clean In Process, is a cleaning method without disassembling the inner side of pipes, vessels, process equipment, filters and fittings.

This cleaning process may require only a single pass of rinse water and the recirculation of wash water through the equipment and piping, or it may refer to multiple stages of rinsing and washing.

Where is CIP more likely to take place?

Clean In Place processes are used to ensure that all hygienic standards in a processing plant are reached mostly in:

• Dairy plants, where raw milk is received, are required to clean each truck after unloading.

• All food plants require a cleaning solution and the vast majority use membrane pumps somewhere in their cleaning process

Possible Cycle Steps:

Cycle Step Function

1.- Pre-rinse Gross soil removal

2.- Alkaline wash Residual soil removal

3.- Alkaline post - rinse Flush soil & chemical

4.- Acid wash (optional) Mineral removal

5.- Acid post – rinse (optional) Flush soil & chemical

6.- Final Rinse / sanitize Rinse of all solutions, kit residual microorganisms

Common Programmed CIP Steps

• Pre-Rinse removes loose/water soluble soils immediately after processing ends.

• Wash cycles of chemical solutions remove soils by reaction and various detergent properties.

• Post-Rinse removes all of the wash cycle solution and dissolved/suspended soil.

• Sanitize cycle applies sanitizer to all equipment surfaces.

Applications for membrane pumps in the CIP Process

• Transfer chemicals to bulk storage

o 1”, 1 ½” and 2” polypropylene or PVDF pumps

• Transfer chemicals from bulk storage to chemical kitchen

o 1”, 1 ½” and 2” polypropylene or PVDF pumps

• Dispense chemicals in CIP solution

o ¼” and ½” polypropylene or PVDF pumps

• Wash and rinse system

o 1” and 1½” polypropylene or Kynar pumps

Finally, why should you choose SAMOA DIRECTFLO AODD pumps for CIP?

Now that you have gained a better insight on the actual CIP process, it’s time for a sneak peek on our DIRECTFLO AODD pumps and why they are the perfect fit for Cleaning In Process.

In case you are unfamiliar with SAMOA’s revolutionary Directflo® technology, these AODD pumps are based in an “inside-out” technology: the fluid is pumped through the center of the pump, while the compressed air acts on the external face of the diaphragms. This technology is a perfect match for CIP due to:

• As their name suggests, these pumps provide smooth direct flow, so it is easy to run the CIP process without worrying that the material may get stuck somewhere in the pump.

• These pumps provide less pulsations, so they don’t damage pipelines and do not need additional pulsation or vibration dampeners to compensate the pipe vibration.

• They are easily serviceable while online. Parts can be replaced without removing the pump from the installation, making it easily accessible, even when installed in small or difficult to access areas.

• Furthermore, repairing our pumps is a safer task than competitors, as the technician does not need to open the pump’s liquid chamber while servicing.