What is CIP and SIP
CIP and SIP are critical automated systems in hygienic industries (e.g., food, pharmaceuticals) for cleaning and sterilizing equipment like sanitary tri clamp valves and sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings without disassembly.
1. CIP (Cleaning-in-Place)
Key Components
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Sanitary tri clamp valves: Diaphragm or butterfly valves with tri clamp connections for leak-proof cleaning.
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Sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings: Smooth-bore fittings for CIP fluid circulation, minimizing residue traps.
Process
CIP cycles in sanitary tri clamp valve-equipped systems use spray balls and high-velocity flows to clean sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings and tanks.
2. SIP (Sterilization-in-Place)
Critical Hardware
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Sanitary tri clamp valves: Steam-compatible designs (e.g., 316L + EPDM) for 121°C sterilization.
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Sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings: Electropolished (Ra≤0.8μm) to withstand SIP thermal cycles.
Validation
Systems with sanitary tri clamp valves and fittings must pass microbial challenge tests per GMP.
Why Tri Clamp Compatibility Matters
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Fast disassembly: Sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings allow quick access for inspections.
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Seal integrity: Sanitary tri clamp valves with FDA-grade gaskets prevent CIP/SIP failures.
Industry Applications
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Pharma: Sanitary tri clamp valves dominate bioprocessing SIP lines.
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Dairy: Sanitary tri clamp pipe fittings reduce bacterial harborage in CIP systems.