Stainless steel pumps for the food industry
Self-priming volumetric pumps with external gears made entirely of stainless steel, designed for the controlled handling of viscous food products such as chocolate, spreads, syrups, molasses, concentrates, and oils. The goal is to ensure precise flow rate, repeatable dosing, and maximum compliance with the hygiene and health standards required by modern production lines.
Request a technical consultation on pumps for the food industry—we can analyze your process and suggest the most suitable configuration, even when replacing existing pumps.
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Applications of pumps for the food industry
Our stainless steel pumps are used in food production lines, processing plants, packaging departments, and tank loading systems. They continuously handle products that are sensitive to temperature and shear, where it is essential to maintain the organoleptic characteristics and consistency of the finished product.
Stainless steel pumps for chocolate, creams, and syrups
Pumps designed for handling dense and delicate products, where it is essential to ensure a regular flow without generating overheating or excessive mechanical stress. The stainless steel construction and polished internal surfaces facilitate product flow and subsequent cleaning.
- Controlled handling of chocolate, creams, and fillings
- Product transfer between tanks and packaging lines
- Handling of syrups, molasses, and high-viscosity concentrates
- Customized solutions for specific recipes and temperatures
Integration into C.I.P. lines and hygienic processes
Food industry pumps can be designed for C.I.P. washing, allowing automated cleaning cycles without disassembly. This reduces downtime, simplifies sanitation procedures, and helps maintain high food safety standards throughout the production line.
- Compatibility with existing CIP systems
- Internal design intended to reduce stagnation and dead zones
- Materials and seals suitable for food contact
- Configurations dedicated to processes with frequent washing
Why a food pump must be precisely sized
In a food processing plant, a pump that is undersized or unsuitable for the product can cause dosing problems, consistency variations, product heating, and production waste. An oversized pump, on the other hand, can generate turbulence, excessive shear, or unjustified energy consumption.
- Product viscosity as a function of temperature
- Required flow rate in the different stages of the process
- Head and pressure drops in the line
- Washing and sanitizing requirements (C.I.P. or manual)
- Hygiene standards and certifications required by the company
Key features of pumps for the food industry
The pumps are designed to combine efficiency, hygiene, and ease of management, with construction solutions that simplify daily production and sanitization work. Attention to internal finishes and the choice of seals is essential to reduce the risk of contamination and unexpected downtime.
- Stainless steel body and components suitable for food contact
- Smooth internal surfaces to reduce product stagnation
- Versions designed for C.I.P. washing
- Heating/cooling jacket option
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Talk to a technician specializing in food processing equipment
If you manage a food production line and want to improve the handling of viscous products, talking directly to a technician will help you avoid generic choices and focus on a targeted solution right away. We can analyze your recipe, the critical points of the process, the working temperatures, and the hygiene requirements, proposing a gear pump that is truly suited to your system.
Direct phone number: 051 0910402
If you prefer, you can send us the specifications of your system by email or using the form (if available on other pages): product type, viscosity, temperature, flow rate, head, and washing method. Based on this data, we will prepare a dedicated technical proposal and suggest any improvements to the existing circuit.
Process data and configurations for food pumps
The performance of a pump for the food industry depends on a correct assessment of the product, temperatures, and washing phases. The choice of materials and seals must be consistent with company regulations and the standards required by end customers and control bodies.
For this reason, we offer configurations with different types of seals, internal finish variants, C.I.P. provisions, and solutions with heating or cooling jackets, depending on the product and process requirements.
Technical support from selection to production
Our support is not limited to supplying a pump. We can work with your technical department to define flow rates, rotation speeds, start-up and shutdown modes, washing procedures, and periodic checks. In this way, the pump becomes an integral part of the process, reducing unexpected events and optimizing line performance.
Scheduled maintenance and process hygiene
In the food industry, maintenance is not only about mechanical reliability, but also about maintaining the required hygiene conditions at all times. A well-sized and properly managed pump facilitates compliance with sanitation plans, reduces washing times, and helps minimize production waste due to residues or contamination.
Services available for the food industry
- Pre-sales technical consulting dedicated to the food industry
- Pump sizing based on product and process
- Support for integration into existing CIP lines
- Analysis of problems on systems already in operation
- Maintenance and scheduled sanitation plans
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Contact a technician for a free assessment
Every food production line has specific constraints and objectives: product type, production cycles, format change times, hygiene standards, and customer requirements. Before working on the pump, it is essential to have a clear picture of the actual process requirements.
In just a few minutes on the phone, we can assess the type of application, check whether the current pump is adequate or whether it is better to consider a more efficient alternative, and propose a technical solution consistent with your production and quality objectives.
Talk now to a technician specializing in pumps for the food industry: 051 0910402
If you prefer, you can send diagrams, photos, or process data by email or contact form: we will analyze your application and propose a targeted solution to improve the efficiency, hygiene, and continuity of service of your line.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about pumps for the food industry
Are the pumps suitable for food contact?
Yes, the food industry versions are made with materials suitable for food contact and internal finishes designed to reduce stagnation and facilitate washing operations.
Can they be integrated into an existing CIP system?
Yes, many configurations are designed for C.I.P. washing and can be integrated into existing sanitation systems in the plant, reducing downtime and simplifying procedures.
Can they handle high-viscosity products such as creams or concentrates?
Yes, gear pumps are ideal for viscous products. However, it is important to correctly size the pump according to viscosity, temperature, and required flow rate.
Is it possible to adjust the flow rate precisely?
The flow rate can be adjusted using inverters or electronic control systems. This is particularly useful in dosing or packaging lines, where repeatability of the transferred volume is required.
What information is needed for a technical proposal?
For an initial assessment, the following information is sufficient: product type, viscosity, working temperature, flow rate, head, washing method, and current critical issues. With this data, we can provide you with concrete information during the first phone call.
Are stainless steel pumps suitable for direct contact with sensitive foods such as creams and chocolate?
Yes. The AISI 316 stainless steel versions with high-quality internal finishes are designed to maintain food safety and preserve the organoleptic properties of the product.
Can the pumps be disassembled for manual cleaning?
Yes. Food pumps are designed to be quickly disassembled without complex equipment, allowing for thorough cleaning between batches.
Is the pump compatible with C.I.P. systems?
Many models are already designed for cleaning-in-place. Alternatively, we can configure the pump with connections and geometries suitable for your existing CIP systems.
How do you prevent the product from overheating during pumping?
The pumps can be equipped with heating or cooling jackets to maintain the ideal fluid temperature, preventing burning, crystallization, or unwanted changes in viscosity.
What data is needed to choose the right pump for a food product?
You need to know the viscosity, process temperature, flow rate, head, nature of the product (heat-sensitive, abrasive, sugary, etc.) and cleaning method required. With these parameters, we can configure a dedicated solution.