PVC Food Grade Hose
Food-grade PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is a type of flexible and/or rigid material that is safe for use with food and other consumable products. Rigid food-grade PVC is regarded as one of the most versatile and cost-effective food-grade plastic materials and is commonly used in a variety of food-safe applications, including water lines, brewing tanks, food preparation surfaces, sanitary and cold storage facilities, and serving lines.
Food grade tubing refers to tubing that is safe for use in food and beverage handling and processing applications. It is made from materials that are non-toxic, odorless, and tasteless and that do not react with or contaminate food or beverage products in any way.
PVC food grade hose is made of ROHS,FDA,REACH approved PVC compound materials, No heavy metals, phthalates free, specially designed for food industry, such as drinking water, milk,beverages,wine,jam, etc.
As per different reinforcement materials, it can be food grade PVC steel wire hose, food grade braided PVC tubing, food grade PVC suction hose, food grade clear vinyl tubing.
Your Professional PVC Food Grade Hose Supplier
Weifang Sungford Industrial Co.,Ltd was founded in 2005 and exported since 2008, quickly occupied the international market with stable and reliable quality and competitive price, and gained constant praise and good reputation.Sungford Plastic is one of the most professional PVC HOSE manufacturers and suppliers in China. As the scale continues to expand, we add new workshops and equipments recent years, Now the factory occupies an area of over 48,000 square meters, more than 70 production lines, the annual production capacity of 28,000 tons.
Why Choose Us
Product And Application
Our The products are widely used for the suction and delivery of fluid, gas, air, powder, particle, sediment in industry, engineering,construction, agriculture,mine, etc.
Certificate
With mature and advanced Korea production technology, strict quality control, Our corporation have passed ISO9001international quality conformity, REACH ,ROHS and SGS third party certification.
Professional team
We have professional and technical staff of 48 people, totally more than 300 employees, with new product development center and Special quality control department.
Advanced equipment
Korea one-step extrusion technology,advanced granulator, extruder, quality testing equipment, packing machine, etc.
Properties of PVC Food Grade Hose
Materials: The hose must be made of materials that are safe for use with food products, such as non-toxic PVC compounds that do not contain harmful additives like phthalates, lead, or other heavy metals.
Construction: The hose should be manufactured using processes that do not introduce contaminants into the finished product. This includes using clean equipment and proper sterilization methods.
Durability: The hose should be able to withstand the pressure and temperature changes that it will encounter in its intended use. It should also be resistant to cracking, bursting, and other types of mechanical damage.
Chemical resistance: The hose should be resistant to the corrosive effects of the products it will come into contact with, such as acidic or alkaline foods and cleaning agents.
Non-toxic: The hose should not release any toxic or harmful substances into the food products it comes into contact with and is safe for use in contact with food products.
Temperature resistant: Food-grade PVC hose is able to withstand a wide range of temperatures, from freezing to boiling, and is suitable for use in both hot and cold environments.
Approvals
The hose should be approved for use in food processing and handling applications by relevant regulatory agencies, such as the FDA in the United States.
Flexibility
The hose should be flexible enough to maneuver easily in tight spaces, yet sturdy enough to maintain its shape under pressure.
Easy to clean
The hose should be easy to clean and sanitize to prevent the buildup of harmful bacteria or other contaminants.
Easily sterilized
Food-grade PVC hose can be easily sterilized using steam or other methods to ensure that it is free from contaminants.
Specification
|
INCH |
ID mm |
OD mm |
WEIGHT kg/m |
W.P Bar |
B.P Bar |
LENGTH m/Roll |
|
5/32" |
4 |
8 |
0.049 |
10 |
50 |
100 |
|
13/64" |
5 |
9 |
0.057 |
10 |
30 |
100 |
|
1/4" |
6 |
10 |
0.065 |
10 |
40 |
100 |
|
5/16" |
8 |
12 |
0.082 |
10 |
40 |
100 |
|
3/8" |
10 |
14 |
0.1 |
9 |
27 |
100 |
|
1/2" |
12 |
16 |
0.115 |
7 |
21 |
100 |
|
1/2" |
12 |
18 |
0.185 |
9 |
27 |
100 |
|
5/8" |
15 |
19 |
0.14 |
6 |
18 |
50 |
|
5/8" |
15 |
20 |
0.17 |
6 |
18 |
50 |
|
3/4" |
19 |
23 |
0.17 |
4 |
12 |
50 |
|
3/4" |
19 |
24 |
0.22 |
4 |
12 |
50 |
|
7/8" |
22 |
27 |
0.25 |
4 |
12 |
50 |
|
1" |
25 |
29 |
0.22 |
3 |
9 |
50 |
|
1" |
25 |
31 |
0.34 |
5 |
15 |
50 |
|
1-1/4" |
32 |
38 |
0.43 |
3 |
9 |
40 |
|
1-1/4" |
32 |
40 |
0.59 |
4 |
12 |
40 |
|
1-1/2" |
38 |
45 |
0.59 |
3 |
9 |
40 |
|
1-1/2" |
38 |
46 |
0.69 |
4 |
12 |
40 |
|
1-3/4" |
45 |
55 |
1 |
3 |
9 |
30 |
|
2" |
50 |
59 |
1 |
3 |
9 |
30 |
|
2" |
50 |
61 |
1.26 |
4 |
12 |
30 |
|
2-1/2" |
64 |
78 |
2 |
4 |
12 |
20 |
|
3" |
76 |
92 |
2.75 |
4 |
12 |
20 |
PVC Food Grade Hose materials
Thermoplastics
Thermoplastic hoses are made from flexible plastic polymer materials tolerant to heat and chemicals. These hoses are suitable for transferring and processing various liquid food products, juices, beer, wine, water, pastes, and syrups.
Rubber
The durability of rubber food-grade hoses makes them excellent for demanding, heavy-duty food transfer applications. Like thermoplastic hoses, rubber hoses are designed to handle the suction and discharge of various liquid food products and edible grains. The most common rubbers used are NBR and EPDM.
Stainless steel
Stainless steel is an excellent alternative for applications that do not require flexible hosing. Stainless steel is easy to clean and widely used in the food and beverage tube industries. Typically, the material meets and exceeds the requirements of food and beverage safety standards.
Main Function Of a Pvc Food Grade Hose
Food grade hoses are used in suction and discPVC Food Grade Hoseharge processes, which usually includes the transportation or movement of foodstuffs. Food hoses can be used to handle bulk foods, dry food products, canning, bottling, wineries or distilleries. These are special applications in which the hose needs to perform with maximum reliability and consistency.
Hoses are required to be made from high quality, strong, durable materials. If the hoses were designed with weak, unsafe materials, food hose lines could be at risk of breaking causing devastating results to the high-yield process. Any risk of breakage to the hose could cause major profit loss and unnecessary downtime of machinery and the food processes which are involved.
As such, the construction of industrial food grade hoses is a rigid PVC spiral which is encased in non-phthalate flexible food grade PVC. It’s important that the regulations are abided by across the whole spectrum of food hose application in order to assure the most efficient, safe and healthy results for the consumer.
Applications for PVC Food Grade Hose
Drinking water applications – Some of the most common applications for food grade tubing involve the conveyance of drinking water. This can range from anything from drink dispensers in restaurants to drinking fountains in schools.
Food industry applications – Obviously one of the biggest markets for food grade hoses is the food industry. These hoses are ideal for food processing, conveying a number of products from seeds to grains. Our food grade suction hose, the ideal fit for this kind of application. It is fully transparent, allowing for quick and easy inspection on production lines.
Caravan/marine applications – Food grade hoses can be used in caravans or boats to fill onboard water tanks. They can also be used to collect drinking water from an on-site tap. Reinforced PVC is a food grade hose for caravan sites, motorhomes, and boats. It is made from odourless and taint-free specialist materials, making it ideal for these kinds of applications, unlike standard PVC hoses which can taint the drinking water.
Animal farming applications – Hoses that are food safe can also be used for the distribution of seeds, grain and other food materials to livestock. The Food Grade Delivery Hose in our suction and discharge range is ideal for this type of application. Whilst tough and flexible, it is also able to withstand colder working conditions (down to -40oC) without losing its flexibility, making it suitable for outdoor use as well as indoor.
Brewery and Winery Equipment – Breweries and wineries rely heavily on food-grade PVC pipes to transport beer, wine, and other fermented products. These pipes help maintain the integrity of the beverages while ensuring that the materials used do not affect the flavor or quality.
Dairy Industry – In the dairy industry, food-grade PVC pipes are used in milk collection, processing, and distribution. Their non-toxic properties and smooth surfaces make them ideal for handling sensitive products like milk and cream, where cleanliness and safety are paramount.
Regular Cleaning
Disconnect the hose
Wear appropriate protective gear like gloves and goggles to ensure personal safety.
Start by disconnecting the hose from the system and ensuring all valves are closed. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for disassembly. Some hoses may have removable fittings or connectors that must be detached before cleaning.
Prepare a cleaning solution by diluting a food-grade hose cleaner per the manufacturer's instructions.
Flush the hose with clean water
Use a clean water source to flush the hose thoroughly, removing any loose particles or residue. Allow the water to flow through the hose until it runs clear.
Soak the hose in the cleaning solution
Immerse the food-grade hose in the prepared cleaning solution. Ensure that the entire length of the hose is submerged, and allow it to soak for the recommended duration, typically around 30 minutes. Tables 1 and 2 give details about water-based and chemical-based cleaning solution options for food-grade hoses.
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