Coperion & Coperion K-Tron 4 inch valve received certification according to U.S. Department of Agriculture guidelines. The Coperion WYK diverter valve is designed for use in conveying lines for powders and granules.
The conical rotor is switched between conveying tubes through an actuator while the diverter is operated in conveying mode. During cleaning, the rotor is extracted slightly by a second actuator, which allows the cleaning liquid to reach all areas of the inside while the diverter is still closed to the outside. The valve does not need to be opened during or after CIP and is clean afterwards, saving both time and costs. All materials conform to food standards and the sealing materials are U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved.
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