To accurately control the flow of low and medium viscosity fluids, use the Alfa Laval LKB-F butterfly valve with a double flange. Its low flow resistance and big opening area increase yields and productivity. Simple to install, align, and service. The product is compact, lightweight, and long-lasting. Hygienic uses occur in a wide range of industries, including dairy, food, beverage and brewing.
In sanitary applications, the double-flanged Alfa Laval LKB-F butterfly valve reliably controls the flow of low to medium-viscosity processing fluids as well as those with high particle concentration. The ease of installation and alignment with pipeline flanges is based on flanges at both valve body ends.
This quarter-turn, high-performance cutoff valve increases output by ensuring consistent performance. Maintenance is cheap and simple. Simply remove the valve body to replace worn parts as intended. There is no need for specific tools or disassembling the pipe system.
When combined with the Alfa Laval ThinkTop V50 and V70 pulse seat clean technologies, the LKB-F increases product quality and yield while conserving electricity, water, and cleaning media expenses.
Dependable flow control, minimal maintenance and increased output.
- Low flow resistance and high Kv value contribute to increased production and productivity.
- The simple and quick repair of this flanged LKB type lowers downtime and service expenses.
- Low capital needs and optimal valve operation result in cost-effective 4-20mA flow control.
- Inline mounting saves space and easily fits the pipe system.
- High process hygiene because the LKB valve used here is EHEDG-certified and made up of identical components.
Application :
This sanitary valve can handle low to medium-viscosity liquids in a variety of industries, including dairy, food, beverage, and brewing.
Benefits:
- Versatile, modular and hygienic design
- Reliable and cost-effective performance
- Convenient configuration in manual or pneumatic modes.
Industries :
Beverage processing, Food processing, Home care and Personal care
The Alfa Laval LKB-F is simply installed by matching the two flanged ends on the valve inlet and outlet ports to the pipeline flanges in the piping system. It uses either a handle to manually control the flow or a pneumatic actuator at a distance to automate process control. The actuator comes in three typical configurations: normally closed (NC), normally open (NO), and air/air activated (A/A).
In pneumatic operation, an actuator converts axial piston motion into a shaft rotation of 90 degrees. The actuator torque increases when the valve disc makes contact with the seal ring, ensuring proper valve seat sealing.
During manual operation, a handle mechanically locks the valve open or closed. Handles are available in two, four, regulating 90°, and multi-position configurations. Manual valves are also equipped with indication units that provide feedback on the position of the valve (open or closed).
The two flanges and two flange seal rings simplify maintenance and allow for the removal of the valve body without compromising the pipework system. Optional valve sensing and control systems provide simple control over the double-flanged LKB-F butterfly valve.
