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Food Grade Drum Pumps

Flux manufactures a range of hygienic food grade drum pumps for handling food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic products. Flux food grade pumps meet the latest European safety standards for food contact surfaces. For example, EC 1935/2004 and EU 10/2011, along with US FDA CFR 21 standards. Pumps are also available with 3-A sanitary certification if required.

Food grade pumps available

The Flux FOOD grade drum pump series includes low viscosity barrel and IBC pumps FP427 and FP430. Additionally, the series includes high viscosity VISCOPOWER progressive cavity pumps. All pumps have hygienic clamp connections. The manufacturing process involves treating and highly polishing the pump bodies and welds to minimise "dead spots". These pumps are easy to dismantle and clean. The FP430 Ex FOOD grade pump features explosion protection for transfer of alcohols. It can be used to pump liquids containing small solids. Furthermore, the VISCOPOWER provides gentle, pulsation free product transfer. Additionally, it will handle soft solids up to 10 mm in size without damage, due to the progressive cavity design.

We recommend the F458 series drive motor for use with the F430 and F427 pumps. This fully-sealed motor with IP55 rating, is perfect for use in sanitary applications. The IP55 F460 Ex motor should be used with the F430 FOOD grade pump for handling alcohols. Flux can also provide a range of approved accessories for use with FOOD grade drum pumps. For instance, discharge spouts, manual and automated valves, hand nozzles, swaged fittings and discharge hoses.

Enjoying food is all about quality, taste, and freshness. That's why we dedicate ourselves to the precise pumping, transfer, and dispensing of food, flavours, and raw materials. Regardless of whether the media is low-viscosity, high-viscosity, or barely flows, FLUX offers the perfect solution for every type of product.

What is a food grade pump?

A food-grade pump is designed specifically for handling consumable liquids. Constructed wholly from materials safe for food contact for example stainless steel 316L, these pumps are straightforward to clean. Additionally, they feature designs that eliminate hidden crevices where residue could accumulate and foster bacterial growth, thereby preventing contamination. The pumps have treated welds and highly polished surfaces to guarantee cleanliness.

What are the uses of pumps in food industry?

In the food and beverage industries, specialised pumps play a crucial role in the transfer, mixing, and dosing of both fluid, for example cooking oil. They also assist with semi-fluid substances, for example tomato paste, during processing and production. These pumps are constructed from materials that meet food safety standards and their smooth surfaces minimise risk of contamination and bacterial accumulation.