Centrifugal pumps for hygienic applications

Ensure precise liquid handling for high-stakes applications with this hygienic pump, designed for optimum performance in demanding environments, offering seamless integration into your production line to maintain product integrity.

Ensures Hygienic and Efficient Fluid Transfer

The GEA Hilge HYGIA series, crafted by GEA, excels at providing hygienic fluid transfer solutions across various industries. Notably used in the production of beverages, dairy products, and pharmaceuticals, this centrifugal pump is engineered to maintain stringent hygiene standards. Its flexible design allows integration into existing systems, equipped with a versatile range of connections and mechanical seals to meet diverse requirements.

The pump’s efficient operation is bolstered by a smooth surface made of CrNiMo rolled steel, which ensures contamination-free processing. Designed for continuous and high-speed operations, the HYGIA series supports applications such as wort, mash, yeast handling in beer production, sterile water for injection, and more.

With the capability of handling flows up to 170 m³/h, it can operate at pressures up to 16 bar and endure temperatures up to 95°C, extending to 150°C upon request. The HYGIA series’ CIP and SIP capabilities simplify cleaning and maintenance while meeting international standards like EHEDG and 3-A.

Offering further customization, the HYGIA pumps are available in versions suitable for ATEX environments and provide easy maintenance through a quick-opening housing and replaceable components, ensuring minimal downtime and sustained operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Ensures contaminant-free processing with hygienic design and materials, safeguarding product integrity.
  • Increases operational flexibility through customizable connections and seal options.
  • Minimizes downtime with easy access to components for quick maintenance and wear part replacement.
  • Supports energy-efficient operations with integrated frequency converter options.
  • Complies with industry standards like EHEDG and 3-A, ensuring regulatory adherence.

General


Applications
Blood plasma,Beverages,Proteins,Nutrient solutions,Alcoholic drinks,Liquid foods,Infusion solutions,Insulin,Juices and concentrates,Oils,Food flavors,Milk-mix drinks,Pharmaceutical products,Wfi (water for injection),Soft drinks,Dairy products
End products
Concentrated juice syrups,Flavored milk drinks,Sterile water for injection,Liquid seasoning flavors,Cooking oils,Carbonated soft beverages,Protein shakes,Specialty infusion mixes,Alcoholic beverages,Mash,Nutritional supplement drinks,Packaged insulin vials,Ready-to-drink milk,Yeast,Bottled juices,Beer,Wort,Blood plasma storage solutions
Steps before
Emulsification,Grinding,Mixing,Preparation of WFI (Water for Injection)
Steps after
Sterilization,CIP (Cleaning in Place),SIP (Sterilization in Place),Packing
Input ingredients
beer,wort,mash,yeast,alcoholic drinks,juices,concentrates,soft drinks,milk,milk-mix drinks,WFI (water for injection),infusion,insulin,blood,blood plasma,nutrient solutions,flavors,proteins,liquid food,oils
Output ingredients
pumped beer,pumped wort,pumped mash,pumped yeast,pumped alcoholic drinks,pumped juices,pumped concentrates,pumped soft drinks,pumped milk,pumped milk-mix drinks,pumped WFI (water for injection),pumped infusion,pumped insulin,pumped blood,pumped blood plasma,pumped nutrient solutions,flavors in solution,protein solutions,pumped liquid food,pumped oils
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Flow
170 m³/h
Head
77 m - 110 m
Operating temperature
up to 95 °C (150 °C upon request)
Sterilization temperature
up to 140 °C (SIP)
Operating pressure
PN 16 (PN 25 upon request)
System pressure
up to 25 bar
Seal face material
carbon/stainless steel and SiC/SiC
O-ring material
EPDM or FKM
Pump Type
Single-stage end-suction centrifugal pump
Drive power
up to 22 kW
Frequency converter
Built-in
Installation
Horizontal

Operating Characteristics


Hygienic Design
Yes
CIP/SIP Capability
CIP up to 140°C
Self-draining installation
Required for vertical installation
Explosion-proof design
ATEX Adapta variant
Pressure capacity
Up to 25 bar
Temperature range
Up to 95°C,150°C upon request
Material of construction
CrNiMo rolled steel
Flexible connections and mountings
Yes
Motor replacement
Quick and easy via Adapta design
Automation level
Integrated frequency converter
Pump housing
Quick-opening design
Mechanical seal variety
Extensive range available

Material Compatibility


Biological compatibility
High
Cleanability
Optimum cleanability
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
High resistance

Product type Characteristics


Application areas
Beverage,food,dairy,pharmaceutical
Adaptability
Flexible connections/mountings
Hygienic requirements
Highest standards


3A Sanitary Standards
Yes
EHEDG certification
Yes
FDA compliance
Yes
FDA materials
Yes
ATEX certification
Yes

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Discharge method
Stepless alignment of the discharge port
Material
CrNiMo rolled steel
Surface finish
smooth,pore- and blowhole-free
Installation Type
Horizontal installation
Housing variants
Standard,Adapta,Tronic
Impeller sizes
Various sizes and geometries
Connection flexibility
Variable connections and mountings
Pressure system
Up to 25 bar
Pump type
Single-stage,end-suction centrifugal

Custom Options


Connection Variability
Multiple configurations
Mounting Options
Flexible mounting variants
Housing Variants
Up to 25 bar system pressure
Discharge Port Alignment
Stepless alignment
Frequency Converter Integration
Integrated frequency converter
Mechanical Seal Options
Extensive range available
Motor Replacement Design
Quick and easy motor replacement