TOPFLO® BALL CHECK VALVE

Engineered to ensure product flow and prevent backflow, this stainless steel sanitary ball check valve is a reliable component for food and beverage processing systems. Available from 1.5" to 3" Tri-clamp connection and a robust PTFE ball, it provides efficient and hygienic operation in demanding applications. During use, the product flow moves the ball into a larger chamber, keeping it clear of the main stream for unobstructed flow. When the flow ceases, the ball returns to its closed position to block backflow effectively.

Key features:

• Constructed from high-quality stainless steel for durability and hygiene.
• PTFE ball ensures compatibility with a wide range of products.
• Material Test Reports (MTRs) supplied for complete traceability and compliance. ( Need to request when you place the order). 

Ideal for sanitary processing applications, this valve offers a simple yet effective solution for maintaining flow control in your system.

Case Study: Dairy Production Facility

Challenge: A dairy processing plant was experiencing issues with backflow in their milk transfer lines during cleaning cycles. The backflow not only disrupted the cleaning process but also risked contamination in their sanitary piping system. The facility needed a solution that could prevent backflow while allowing full flow of milk during production.

Solution:
The plant installed 2" sanitary clamp ball check valves with PTFE balls in their milk transfer lines. These valves were chosen for their ability to prevent backflow automatically and their sanitary design, which meets FDA and 3A standards for food-grade processing. The PTFE ball was also ideal for handling dairy products due to its resistance to sticking and compatibility with CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems.

Results:

• Eliminated Backflow: The ball check valves effectively prevented backflow, ensuring a clean and contamination-free system.
• Improved Efficiency: Product flow during production was unhindered, as the ball moved into the trap area, allowing full flow.
• Ease of Maintenance: The simple design of the valve reduced downtime during cleaning and maintenance.

Case of Study #2

Case Study: Beverage Production – Carbonated Drinks
Challenge:
A beverage company manufacturing carbonated drinks faced challenges with pressure fluctuations in their filling lines, leading to backflow and product loss. They needed a reliable valve to protect against reverse flow while withstanding high pressures and maintaining sanitary standards.

Solution:
The company integrated stainless steel ball check valves with PTFE balls into their carbonation and filling lines. These valves were selected for their durability under pressure, ability to handle carbonated beverages without degradation, and their ease of installation with clamp connections.

Results:

• Reduced Product Loss: The valves prevented backflow, minimizing wasted product.
• Maintained Carbonation Levels: The smooth flow ensured carbonation was not disrupted.
• Regulatory Compliance: The valves’ material test reports (MTRs) provided full traceability, meeting stringent quality standards.

1. Product Flow in the Forward Direction:

• When liquid or product flows in the intended direction (forward), the pressure of the flow pushes the ball out of the valve seat and into a larger chamber, called the trap area.
• The ball moves completely out of the product stream, allowing an unobstructed flow of liquid through the valve.

2. Flow Stops or Reverse Pressure Occurs:

• When the forward flow stops or when there’s a reversal of pressure (backflow), the ball is pushed back into the valve seat by gravity or reverse pressure.
• The ball creates a tight seal against the valve seat, preventing liquid from flowing back through the system.

3. Key Features Enabling Operation:

• Ball Material (e.g., PTFE): The ball is typically made from materials like PTFE, which are resistant to sticking, provide a reliable seal, and are compatible with a wide range of products (e.g., dairy, beverages, and chemicals).
• Sanitary Design: The valve is engineered for easy cleaning and minimal dead zones to comply with hygiene standards like FDA and 3-A.

4. Applications of This Mechanism:

• Preventing Contamination: In food and beverage processing, these valves stop product from flowing backward, protecting upstream equipment and preventing cross-contamination.
• Ensuring System Efficiency: By automatically sealing and opening as needed, the valves eliminate the need for manual intervention.

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Shipping:

NOTE: Customer is responsible for: Removing the shipment from the truck (when applied), bringing it into your location, and noting damaged or missing items on the carrier's delivery receipt.

• Orders for “in-stock” items will normally ship the same day or next day 

For International buyers: Please contact us, includes Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Customer is responsible for clearing customs and all associated fees. We won't under-value merchandise.

• All orders are shipped prepaid.

• The address must be in a commercial area and someone must be at the site to receive deliveries during normal business hours.

• We will apply shipping company’s fees for any problem with delivery caused by the customer error.

• Many carriers cannot deliver to P.O. Boxes but we can offer shipments via the United States Postal Service.

• Rural businesses are sometimes considered residential

• Any delivery time stated by the Company shall be treated as an estimate only. While every effort will be made to dispatch goods on time, no liability can be accepted by the Company for failure to deliver within the advertised times. The Company shall not be liable for any loss or damage whatsoever (including consequential loss of profit or revenue) arising directly or indirectly from any delay on the delivery of all or any of the goods and services, howsoever caused.

Returns:

• Inspect merchandise upon delivery and report any damage or shortage within two business days. Mixer, Positive Displacement  Seals, and spares are considered custom, so they cant be returned.  
• Returns must be authorized by Texas Process Technologies. You must contact us to obtain an RMA “Return Material Authorization Number” before returning an item within 14 days from receipt of goods.
• Final sales apply to some of our items due to their nature, which means that they can not be returned or refunded unless the item is defective in which the warranty agreement applies. These items may include but are not limited to: electric motors, VFDs, any elastomeric products (such as gaskets, seals and o-rings), special order items and modified items.
• Custom orders cannot be returned. This includes: made-to-measure items, modified items, special request items as well as pumps that have been adapted to your needs (for example, positive displacement pumps assembly that include the pump, gear box, the motor and other components are specifically designed for each customer which will not work in other applications, therefore, making the assembly non-returnable) as well as custom cuts on tubing or spools. 
• No returns accepted for tubing.
• Returns caused by customer ordering errors will be charged round trip freight, and a 20% restocking fee, all returns are freight pre-paid by the customer. Returns must be received in unused resalable condition (new and in original package)
• If any Product fails because of a Warrantable Defect during the Limited Warranty Period, Texas Process Technologies will, in its sole discretion, either (1) repair the Product or (2) replace the Product. Please read our product Warranty.
• Returned items that are not defective may be charged a restocking fee of 20%.
• Prior to choosing “check out”, you must be sure this product meets your expectations. If you are not sure, please contact us before ordering.
• Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
• If the product is deemed not able to be restocked, the customer will be responsible for providing a shipping account number to have product returned to them, or product will be discarded, and no credit will be is.