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Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet Hygienic Tank Valve

Euroflow GmbH Alfa Laval Master Distributor in central and southern Germany

Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet Hygienic Tank Valve

Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet Hygienic Tank Valve

The Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet is a versatile, reliable hygienic tank shut-off valve engineered to meet the highest process demands for safety and hygiene. Built on the modular platform of the well-proven Unique SSV range, this pneumatic single seat valve features a unique design with a single contact surface between the plug and the seat. This specific architecture significantly reduces contamination risks by eliminating crevices where bacteria can harbor. Whether your process requires opening product flow into a tank via a reverse-acting version or closing flow from a tank in the standard configuration, this valve ensures precise integration and superior cleanability for your liquid handling systems.

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Hygienic design for contamination prevention

The Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet is designed for installations where hygiene is a baseline requirement. By utilizing a single-seat architecture, the valve minimizes the internal surface area in contact with the media, ensuring that the primary hygienic tank shut-off valve remains easy to clean during CIP cycles. The valve body is constructed with smooth internal surfaces and a polished finish of Ra < 0.8 µm, preventing product buildup and biofilm formation. This focus on hygienic fluid handling is vital for maintaining product integrity in sensitive batch processes.

Pneumatic single seat valve vacuum protection

Process safety is further enhanced by the inclusion of a double lip seal, which provides robust protection against full vacuum conditions. This feature is essential for tank outfeed applications where pressure differentials could compromise standard sealing systems. Furthermore, the valve incorporates static seal leak detection, allowing operators to identify potential issues before they lead to batch contamination. The defined seal compression design ensures that elastomers are not over-stressed, leading to an extended seal life and predictable maintenance intervals.

Modular platform for process optimization

The Unique SSV platform allows for significant process optimization through its modular design. The valve is available in a one-body configuration with various plug styles, actuators, and clamp rings. This modularity means that the same proven components used throughout your facility can be applied to tank outlets, reducing spare parts inventory and simplifying training for maintenance teams. The actuator is connected via a robust yoke, and the entire assembly is held together by heavy-duty clamp rings for easy disassembly and inspection.

Technical Details

  • Product wetted steel parts: 1.4404 (316L)
  • Other steel parts: 1.4301 (304)
  • Inside surface finish: Bright polished Ra < 0.8 µm
  • Product wetted elastomers: EPDM
  • Plug seals: HNBR, FPM, or TR2 floating PTFE
  • Temperature range: -10 °C to +140 °C (EPDM)
  • Max pipeline pressure: 10 bar (1000 kPa)
  • Max tank pressure (20 °C): 7.5 bar (750 kPa)
  • Max tank pressure (150 °C): 4.5 bar (450 kPa)
  • Air pressure: 5 to 7 bar (500 to 700 kPa)

Options and Configurations

  • Male parts or clamp liners in accordance with required standard
  • Weld ends or connection types other than Tri-Clamp
  • Control and Indication: ThinkTop V-Series
  • Product wetted seals in HNBR or FPM
  • Plug seals HNBR, FPM or TR2 plug floating PTFE design
  • High pressure actuator
  • Long stroke actuator (not available for Reverse Acting version)
  • Maintainable actuator
  • External surface finish bright
  • Optional tank flange welded directly into the tank

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Beer production
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Industries

The Alfa Laval Unique SSV Tank Outlet serves specialized sectors such as dairy processing and beverage processing where hygiene is paramount. This hygienic tank shut-off valve is also widely utilized in food processing and beer production to ensure sterile fluid transfer. These industries rely on the modular Unique SSV platform for repeatable, safe process results.

Advanced Sensing and Control for Process Optimisation

Integrating Alfa Laval ThinkTop V50 and V70 units into your valve clusters delivers maximum uptime and significant resource savings. Their 360° LED status indication gives operators real-time flow path monitoring from any angle.

  • Resource savings: Pulse and Burst SeatClean reduce CIP fluid consumption by up to 95%.
  • Fast setup: Auto-Setup and Live-Setup cut commissioning time by up to 90%.
  • Durable: IP69K rated, -10°C to +60°C, Nylon PA12 and 1.4301 stainless steel.
  • Easy integration: Supports 24VDC PNP, AS-Interface, and IO-Link. MTTF of 224 years.
  • Universal fit: Directly interchangeable with ThinkTop Classic; fits all Alfa Laval hygienic actuators.

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As an Alfa Laval Master Distributor in Southern Germany, Euroflow GmbH delivers premium components and expert solutions for the dairy, brewing, beverage, food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Operating across postal codes 66-99 and 07-08, we serve Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, Hesse, Thuringia and Saxony with dedicated technical expertise.

As your competent partner for system integration, tank construction and end-user solutions, we provide comprehensive support in selecting optimal equipment for viscous product handling and cleaning processes. Our focus on pumps, valves, heat exchangers and tank equipment ensures reliable process performance.

Contact us today for a personalised quote and discover how our technical expertise can optimise your operations.

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Euroflow serves customers across southern and central Germany — covering postal code areas 66–99 and 07–08, spanning Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, Hesse, Thuringia, and Saxony. As an Alfa Laval Master Distributor for tank manufacturers, plant engineers, system suppliers, and end customers, we provide expert support in selecting and designing systems for viscous product handling and cleaning applications.

The valve is equipped with a double lip seal specifically designed to protect against full vacuum conditions. This ensures seal integrity remains intact even during rapid tank emptying or temperature shifts that create internal pressure drops.

Defined seal compression ensures that the elastomers are compressed to an exact, predetermined level. This prevents over-compression and mechanical wear, which significantly extends the interval between maintenance cycles and reduces the risk of seal failure.

Yes, the valve is available in two distinct configurations: the standard version for closing product flow from the tank (emptying) and the reverse-acting version for opening product flow into the tank (filling). Both versions utilize the same modular platform for consistent hygiene.

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