What does it mean for a tank to be food grade under EU rules?
A food grade tank is constructed of materials and designs intended for contact with food and process fluids in accordance with relevant EU requirements and standards.
Tanks are often manufactured in 304 or 316 stainless steel depending on the application and process requirements. Surface treatments, weldments and construction can be customized for applications where cleanability and hygiene are important factors.
Processöverskott offers both new and used stainless steel tanks in various designs where solutions for food-related processes can be found.
Function and structure
Food grade tanks are often used for storing, mixing and handling liquids in areas such as food production and the beverage industry.
Tanks can come in both vertical and horizontal designs depending on the application and available space.
The design can include, for example, inspection hatches, level measurement, valve connections, agitators and CIP systems depending on the specification and application.
Materials and construction
Tanks are often manufactured in stainless steel 304 or acid-proof 316 depending on the properties of the liquid and the requirements of the process.
Surface treatments such as grinding or polishing may occur depending on cleaning requirements and application.
Welds and construction details vary depending on the specification and design. Materials and components may in some cases be adapted for food contact applications.
Pressurized and atmospheric solutions
Food grade tanks can be available in both atmospheric and pressurized versions depending on the process and application.
Pressurized tanks may be equipped with components such as safety valves and pressure gauges depending on the design and specification. Documentation linked to, for example, PED and CE may be available where indicated.
Atmospheric tanks are often used in processes where pressure conditions are not relevant.
Applications in industry
Food grade tanks are used in several types of industrial processes.
Examples of applications include the storage and handling of milk, juices, oils and other process fluids in food production.
Tanks are also used in beverage production, water treatment and some pharmaceutical-related processes depending on the application and operating conditions.
Technical options and equipment
Tanks can be equipped with, for example:
Agitators for mixing and circulating liquids
Temperature-related solutions such as sheathing or insulation
Inspection hatches and level measurement
CIP system for cleaning
Valves and pump connections
Pressure monitoring in certain processes
The design varies depending on the model, specification and application.
Volume and capacity
Food grade tanks come in many different sizes depending on the process and capacity needs.
Smaller tanks are used, for example, in pilot processes and laboratory environments, while larger tanks are used in production facilities with larger flows and batches.
Volume can influence factors such as construction, cleaning solutions and installation conditions.
Advantages of food grade tanks
Stainless steel tanks are often used in processes where cleanability, resistance to corrosion and handling of food-related liquids are relevant factors.
Technical options and different designs can enable adaptation to different types of processes depending on the application and operating conditions.
New and used food grade tanks
Processöverskott offers both new and used tanks in various designs where solutions for food-related processes can be found.
Tanks may be equipped with different technical solutions depending on the model and previous use. Availability varies depending on stock status and specification.
Choosing the right solution
Tank selection is often based on factors such as fluid properties, hygiene requirements, temperature, pressure conditions and process requirements.
Process surplus can provide information on different designs and technical options depending on the application and area of use.
Executive summary
A food grade tank is intended for processes where contact with food or process fluids occurs and where cleaning and material property requirements may be relevant.
Process surplus offers stainless steel tanks in stainless steel 304 and acid-proof 316 in various designs where technical solutions such as stirring, CIP and temperature-related functions can be present depending on the specification.
Frequently asked questions about food grade tanks
What is a food grade tank?
A food grade tank is made of materials and designs used in processes where contact with food occurs.
What materials are used?
Stainless steel 304 and acid-proof 316 are used depending on the properties of the fluid and the requirements of the process.
Which processes use food grade tanks?
Tanks are used in areas such as food production, beverage production, water treatment and some pharmaceutical-related processes.
What technical options are available?
Options include agitators, CIP systems, level measurement, temperature-related solutions and valve connections depending on the design.
How to choose the right tank?
The choice is often based on process requirements, fluid properties, hygiene requirements and operating conditions.