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In the food and beverage industry, hygiene plays a central role in every part of the production process. O-rings provide reliable seals in pumps, valves, pipelines, and tanks, preventing leaks, contamination, and product loss. These seals ensure that processes can run safely, efficiently, and continuously, which is essential for the quality and safety of food and beverages.
O-rings in the food and beverage industry are used in various ways and form an essential part of both moving and stationary systems. In pumps and valves, they provide leak-free operation when transferring liquids, ingredients, or gases, which is crucial to avoid waste and product loss. In pipelines and tanks, O-rings contribute to a secure seal of flows, preventing contamination from external substances and ensuring product quality.
In addition to dynamic applications, O-rings are also widely used in static applications, such as cable entries, housings, and flanges, where they create watertight and dustproof seals. This is important to prevent the ingress of dirt, moisture, or cleaning agents, which could otherwise affect hygiene and the safety of the production process. Properly installed O-rings reduce the risk of failures, extend machine lifetime, and limit the need for frequent maintenance or replacement.
In addition, high-quality O-rings in the food and beverage industry support efficient production processes: because systems remain leak-free and hygienic, production lines can run continuously, cleaning cycles are shortened, and downtime is minimized. Due to these properties, O-rings are not only important for hygiene, but also for reliability, process safety, and cost savings throughout the entire production chain.
O-rings in the food and beverage industry play a crucial role in maintaining hygiene and product safety. They provide reliable seals in pumps, valves, pipelines, tanks, and other process components, preventing leaks, pressure loss, and contamination. Because this sector applies strict food safety standards, such as FDA and EC1935/2004, O-rings must meet specific requirements for materials and production. O-rings are used in both dynamic applications, such as moving valves and pumps, and in static applications, such as pipelines, tanks, and fittings. By guaranteeing leak-free systems, they contribute to efficient production processes, less downtime, shorter cleaning cycles, and longer machine life. In this way, they support not only the hygiene and safety of food and beverages, but also the continuity and reliability of the entire production.
To ensure food safety and product quality, seals in the food and beverage industry must comply with strict international standards. Our O-rings are available with both FDA and EC1935/2004 certification, ensuring you are always guaranteed materials suitable for direct contact with food and drink.
Our FDA-certified O-rings comply with U.S. regulations and guarantee that they can be safely used in direct contact with food and beverages. To achieve FDA approval, O-rings must meet requirements regarding material safety, chemical composition, manufacturing processes, and hygiene, so that they do not release harmful substances and the quality of the product is maintained.
Our EC1935/2004-certified O-rings comply with European legislation for food contact materials. This certification ensures that the O-rings pose no risk to human health, do not cause unwanted migration of substances, and do not affect the composition, taste, or smell of food. As with FDA-certified O-rings, strict requirements are set for material safety, production processes, and compliance with hygiene standards.
The choice of the right material is crucial for the performance and food safety of O-rings:
O-ring EPDM: Very suitable for direct contact with food and beverages. Resistant to hot water, steam, and cleaning agents. Ideal for pumps, valves, pipelines, and tanks.
O-ring Silicone: Flexible, food-safe, and temperature-resistant. Often FDA- and EC1935/2004-compliant. Suitable for both dynamic and static applications such as valves, pumps, and fittings.
O-ring PTFE: Chemically inert and heat-resistant, often available in food-safe versions. Can be used in aggressive processes or pipelines and suitable for direct contact when using the food-grade variant.
O-ring NBR (Nitrile): Not suitable for direct food contact; can be used in indirect applications such as drives or hydraulic systems.
O-ring FKM (Viton®): Limited suitability for the food industry. Used only in indirect components such as hydraulic drives, not in direct contact with food.
