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Aseptic constant-flow valve

US4776367A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 14, 1986
Grant dateOct 11, 1988
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Expiry dateOct 14, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T137/7788
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Aseptic constant flow valves to be used, for example, in the dairy industry should be readily washable and allow sterilization by means of conventional washing and sterilizing agents. A valve which fulfils these requirements comprises an operating chamber with inlet and outlet which is connected to the valve housing and therefore can be circulation-washed and sterilized together with the latter.

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