biotech

Clean in Place Service Benefits from Kalrez® O-rings

Hilge-Pumpen AG, Swiss subsidiary of Philipp-Hilge GmbH, Bodenheim, Germany, selected Kalrez^® 6221 perfluoroelastomer parts to seal its Euro-Hygia^®, Hygiana-HT and Contra pump series, to meet the stringent safety, cleanliness and  sterilization requirements demanded by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and cosmetics industries.

The Challenge

Pumps used in pharmaceutical, biotechnological and sterile processes are subject to some of the highest standards and safety requirements worldwide. In addition to ease of operation they must also provide maximum biological safety without any unfavorable hydraulic characteristics that could adversely influence sensitive products.