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Firstly let us wish you all a Happy and Healthy New Year! Let's hope 2022 is great one :)
 
 
 
 
 
 

Self Cleaning Auto-line© Filters 
 

Introducing the HiFlux Filtration A/S Auto-line© Filter, designed as a compact, self-cleaning filter.

 

With its sturdy construction, this filter is suited to hygienic applications in which operational reliability and dependability are essential, and where effective pre-filtration and final filtration is needed between 30-2000 microns.

The Auto-line filter is used when an automatic continuous cleaning process is required. The impurities are being concentrated in the filter, until it is drained away. The drainage is done, while the filter is still in operation, which makes the liquid loss due to cleaning minimal.

In addition, by limiting the number of moving components, wear and maintenance requirements are minimised. Its simple construction makes the filter very easy to service, as there is no need for external service assistance or special tools. Furthermore, the compact design of the filter makes it ideal for locations where height is a limitation.

Now available from Industrial Trading Solutions Ltd, we are able to help you with selecting the filtration system and supporting products you need for your processing requirements.
 
 
 
 

Bornemann SLH-4U Product Showcase 
 

A large Brewery based in the UK asked us to find a solution to the high maintenance pump they currently had transferring product and CIP. Although the pump was working correctly, the costs associated with the unexpected downtime and maintenance required were becoming excessive, and the customer needed a more suitable alternative.

 

Take a look at on our Product Showcase Video and the solution that was suggested by Industrial Trading Solutions Ltd to see why our customer chose an ITT Bornemann SLH-4U Twin Screw Pump to resolve the issues they were having.

 
 
 
 
 
Alfa Laval PlusClean Nozzle
 

Reach those hard-to-reach shadow areas in your tank with the new PlusClean® cleaning nozzle.

Smoothly integrated into the tank wall or tank bottom, the PlusClean® eliminates the risk of product contamination in your production processes while raising productivity.

Download more information here: PlusClean Product Leaflet / PlusClean Brochure

 

How it works

The Alfa Laval PlusClean® cleaning nozzle is installed flush with the tank wall and/or tank bottom. Activated either by the cleaning media or by controlled air pressure, the nozzle creates a high impact force spraying cleaning media in a fan pattern directly onto the soiled area. Cleaning coverage is ensured through
 

controlled and repeated rotation of the shaft and agitator blades.

 

Upon completion of the cleaning cycle, the integrated spring mechanism restores the piston to its original position, securely closing and sealing off the cleaning device. If purging is required, always operate with the actuator.

 

Upon completion of the cleaning cycle, the integrated spring mechanism restores the piston to its original position, securely closing and sealing off the cleaning device. If purging is required, always operate with the actuator.

 

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ITS Partner with Eilersen - The Weighing Experts 

 

 are excited to announce that we have partnered with Eilersen Electric Digital Systems A/S to supply weighing systems across fluid processing industries in the UK.

Welcome aboard!
 
 
 
 
 
Manifold Shipment for Pharmaceuticals
 
The second of four butterfly and mixproof valve manifold shipments is now on its way to a world renowned pharmaceutical company that are upgrading and reconfiguring their processing equipment and facility.
 
Alfa Laval butterfly valves are high-performance shut-off valves for use in stainless
 
steel pipe systems of hygienic and high-purity process applications. Its substantial opening area and low flow resistance ensure easy passage of low- to medium-viscosity liquids or liquids containing solids through the valve. This boosts productivity whilst minimising the use of energy. Perfect for use across the food, beverage, home-personal care, biotech and pharmaceutical industries.

Likewise, the Alfa Laval Unique Mixproof Valve is a versatile, highly flexible double block-and-bleed valve for the safe and efficient management of fluids at intersection points in matrix piped systems. The valve enables the simultaneous flow of two different products or fluids through the same valve without the risk of cross-contamination. Modular design and a wide variety of options enable the valve to be customized to meet any process requirement—whether higher demands on cleanability and the ability to withstand pressure peaks. It is designed for continuous flow management and process safety in hygienic processes where product safety is at the top of the agenda across the dairy, food, beverage and many other industries. 

If you have a requirement for processing solutions including valves, pumps, tank equipment, filtration, weighing devices and more, contact ITS
 
 
 
 
 

 
SRU1 Rotary Lobe Pump Service Showcase...
 

A healthcare company approached us after an SRU1 pump started making knocking sounds and ultimately ceased up so that it couldn’t run anymore.

The pump was returned to ITS for a full check up and service. It was found that an obstruction between the lobes had caused the torque lock assembly to slip and so the lobes were out of timing with each other.

After discussions with the customer it was established that the hot water flush may have exceeded the 70°c temperature rating of the rotors and thermal expansion, therefore causing the lobes to cease.

We polished out the casing and cover to ensure any areas which had scored or picked up on the lobes were smoothed out to prevent future damage, and the rotors were replaced with 130°c rated lobes to make sure this wouldn't happen again in the future. 

Another job well done by the servicing team at Industrial Trading Solutions Ltd!

Have a problem with hygienic equipment in your processing plant? Contact us on 01675 465191 / sales@industrialtradingsolutions.com
 
 
 
 
 

Is Product Recovery Important To You?
 

Product waste is one of the areas in hygienic manufacturing where extremely high costs are being incurred and is a topic that can critically affect the profitability of food and beverage, pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturers, from the most basic production-line level on through entire plant efficiencies…even overall corporate performance.

By incorporating MOUVEX® eccentric disc pumps in hygienic product-manufacturing operations, results have been documented to include six-figure savings per pump! Read more here - Mouvex-Product-Recovery-Brochure.pdf (industrialtradingsolutions.com)

Advantages of eccentric disc pumps in product recovery applications when compared to other product recovery methods include:

• Eccentric disc pumps can recover product from tank bottoms, inlet and outlet lines.

• Eccentric disc pumps can recover product from small diameter lines where pigging is not possible.

• Eccentric disc pumps can recover product through ordinary valves, heat exchangers, magnetic traps, flow meters and other accessories found in the transfer line.

• Product recovery with eccentric disc pumps is seamless as no line interruptions will occur between normal production and the product-recovery phase.

• For the majority of the product-recovery process, air mixing is not a concern as most of the product recovered by an eccentric disc pump comes in the form of a product plug with no air mixed in. A simple flow switch can be used to shut down the pump before the air purge reaches the product’s destination.

Industrial Trading Solutions Ltd supply and maintain Mouvex Pumps in the UK. If you have an issue or project you would like to speak with ITS about, contact us on 01675 465191 / sales@industrialtradingsolutions.com
 
 
 
 
 

Introducing Vena® Aseptisil
 

NEW!! Vena® Aseptisil is an antimicrobial silicone hose, ideal for the Food and Beverage industry, that avoids contamination from the growth of bacteria, mould and fungi, and protects the tubing against organisms that cause discolorations, bad odours and cross-contamination. 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Servicing Success Story…
 

This service was carried out on a centrifugal pump that transfers toffee for popcorn kernels at final stage. Routine overhaul of this pump includes:

✓ Removal of mechanical seals to check for wear, and plan future maintenance.
✓ Replacement front cover and impeller O-rings.
✓ Check of pump head clearances and torque fittings to manufacturer set levels.

Having also recently upgraded the pictured LKH pump from single mechanical seal to double flushed arrangement, the results have been outstanding with huge savings in mechanical seal kits/production downtime!
 
The double flushed arrangement on this LKH pump uses a water flush to keep the mechanical seal faces lubricated during operation, therefore reducing the amount of wear on seal faces for a long period of time. It was particularly useful for our customer, as previously the product had been drying and crystallising on the surface of the mechanical seals, causing the seals to crack/shatter upon starting the pump. This has resulted in further loss of product and downtime due to maintenance required to rectify the issues on a weekly basis.

Industrial Trading Solutions Ltd pride ourselves on providing the best solutions whilst supporting the streamlining of your processing lines. If downtime or maintenance issues are causing you problems, contact us to find out how we can help. 01675 465191 / sales@industrialtradingsolutions.com
 
 
 
 
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