Sanitary & Hygienic Pumps
Built for cleanability, product safety and gentle handling. We size sanitary centrifugal, sanitary AODD, lobe/PD, peristaltic, and progressive cavity designs in 316L with proper surface finish (Ra), drainable CIP/SIP layouts, and FDA/3-A compliant elastomers for dairy, beverage, sauces, cosmetics, nutraceuticals, and pharma.
- Compliances: 3-A, FDA, USP Class VI, (EHEDG design principles)
- Materials: 316L/304L wetted, electropolish options, USP/FDA elastomers
- Layouts: drainable, clean-in-place (CIP), steam-in-place (SIP)
- Product integrity: low shear options for live cultures, gels, and particulates
Manufacturers We Represent for Sanitary
Featured Sanitary Products
What Makes Sanitary Pumps Different (and When They Win)
Hygienic Design Fundamentals
- 316L contact metal, optimized surface finish (Ra), and dead-leg-free geometry
- Drainability with correct orientation; CIP return/vent paths and optional SIP
- Elastomers (EPDM/FKM/PTFE) with FDA/3-A compliance and documented lot traceability
Where Sanitary Designs Win
- Low shear & gentle handling for creams, fruit preps, live cultures
- Fast changeovers with tri-clamp connections and tool-less teardown (where applicable)
- Regulated environments—dairy, beverage, pharma, nutraceuticals
Best-Fit Sanitary Configurations by Service
| Service | Ideal Configuration | Recommended Brands | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sauces, syrups, viscous foods | Lobe/PD or progressive cavity, jacket options | Netzsch | Low shear and accurate volumetric transfer of thick products |
| Shear-sensitive particulates | Lobe/PD or peristaltic with full-bore passages | Netzsch | Preserves texture and inclusions without damage |
| Sanitary drum/IBC transfer (oils, flavors) | Sanitary drum pumps, 316L tubes, tri-clamp | Finish Thompson • Flux | Portable, fast changeover, clean materials |
| Foaming or off-gassing products | Sanitary AODD, polished manifolds, clamp ends | Wilden • Yamada • Graco | Self-priming, run-dry tolerant, gentle transfer |
| Yeast slurry / spent grain transfer | Sanitary AODD or progressive cavity | Wilden • Netzsch • Yamada | Handles solids and variable suction with low shear |
Sizing inputs: target flow/head, viscosity/SG, temperature, CIP/SIP method, required Ra, elastomer preference, drain orientation, and cleanability constraints.
Materials & Performance
Wetted Materials
- 316L / 304L with mechanical or electropolished finishes (common Ra: 32, 20, ≤15 µin)
- Elastomers: EPDM, FKM, PTFE/TFE with FDA/3-A compliance
- Connections: tri-clamp, DIN, SMS, bevel-seat as required
Real-World Ranges
- Flow: fractional to hundreds of GPM (centrifugal); steady low-flow with PD
- Viscosity: water-like to heavy pastes (choose PD/PC/peristaltic accordingly)
- Temperature: ambient to SIP conditions (confirm elastomers & seal sets)
- Shear: low-shear paths available for sensitive products
Accessories That Protect Cleanability
- Drainable bases & stands with correct orientation and slope
- Seal/diaphragm monitoring (rupture detection, barrier fluids where needed)
- Pulsation dampeners for AODD/peristaltic into meters & fillers
- Heated jackets for syrups, chocolate, fats—maintain viscosity
- Tri-clamp manifolds & hygienic hose for fast changeovers
Sanitary Options — Quick Comparison
| Use Case | Sanitary Centrifugal | Sanitary AODD | Lobe / PD | Peristaltic | Progressive Cavity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low shear | Good | Great | Excellent | Great | Excellent |
| High viscosity | Poor/Fair | Good | Great | Great (hose-limited) | Excellent |
| Self-priming / suction lift | Poor | Excellent | Fair | Excellent | Good |
| CIP/SIP friendly | Excellent | Great | Great | Great | Great |
| Particulates / inclusions | Fair | Great | Excellent | Great | Great |
What We Need to Size Your Sanitary Pump (5-Minute Worksheet)
- Recipe & rheology: viscosity/SG vs. temperature, particulates, shear sensitivity
- Flow & head: duty point, line sizes, elevation, NPSH, priming method
- Cleanability: CIP/SIP, required Ra, electropolish, drain orientation
- Elastomers & docs: FDA/3-A, lot traceability, CoC/CoA needs
- Environment: washdown, ATEX, portability, hose & manifold standards
Top Sanitary Lines We Stock (Placeholders)
Send your recipe and duty point—We’ll return a clean, drainable build with the right finish, seals, and documentation.
Need a Clean, Drainable Pump Spec—Fast?
Share your recipe, finish, CIP/SIP method, duty point, and documentation requirements. We’ll return a hygienic package that installs cleanly and passes QA.
Sanitary Pump FAQs
What surface finish (Ra) should I specify?
Many food & beverage processes run ≤32 µin Ra, while higher-risk or pharma processes target ≤20 to ≤15 µin with electropolish. Your CIP/SIP regimen and recipe drive the requirement.
Can AODD pumps be truly sanitary?
Yes—sanitary AODD models use polished manifolds, clamp ends, and FDA elastomers. They’re popular for foaming products, portable transfer, and where self-priming is needed.
How do I ensure full drainability after CIP?
We orient the pump and manifolds to eliminate dead legs, specify drain angles, and select housings that self-drain. We also check hose runs and valves for low points.
Which elastomer should I choose for FDA/3-A service?
EPDM is common for CIP chemicals and heat; FKM handles oils/fats and some solvents; PTFE offers broad chemical resistance. We’ll confirm compatibility and documentation.
Do I need lobe/PD or can a centrifugal work?
If your product is water-like and you want flow with minimal cost/complexity, a sanitary centrifugal is ideal. For viscous or shear-sensitive products, pick lobe, peristaltic, or progressive cavity.