Find the right diaphragm valve for pharmaceutical applications

A new technical paper from Bürkert guides process engineers through the selection of diaphragm valves for pharmaceutical applications.

In pharmaceutical production, high-priced raw materials often have to be dosed precisely according to complex recipes. Reliability and dependable functionality are essential prerequisites for economical production, highest product quality and ultimately for regulatory approval.

Diaphragm valves are typically used here. In order for them to work efficiently, the operating conditions need to be analysed. Only with precise knowledge of material flows, switching frequency, the chemicals used and the media temperatures in play, can a valve be selected that perfectly suits the requirements.

Further, during operation, professional maintenance is important to ensure that the diaphragms continue to meet the strict requirements over the long term.

The Bürkert technical paper offers comprehensive guidance for engineers in the product selection process, and also covers maintenance considerations, highlighting causes of premature failure. The guide also provides information on the properties of common diaphragm materials.