The raw materials, auxiliary materials and cleaning fluids involved in food and beverage production have complex components, including acidic fruit juices, vinegar, alkaline detergents, chlorine-containing disinfectants, etc.
304 stainless steel achieves basic corrosion resistance protection through the dense chromium oxide film formed on the surface; 316L stainless steel, on this basis, adds molybdenum, which further enhances the resistance to corrosive media such as chloride ions and organic acids, and is especially suitable for harsh scenarios such as seafood processing, pickled food, and high-acid fruit juice.
This excellent corrosion resistance not only prolongs the service life of the pipeline, but also avoids product pollution and production interruption caused by pipeline corrosion and damage.
3. Excellent Mechanics: Supporting Stable Production and Operation
304/316L stainless steel pipes and fittings have the characteristics of high strength and high toughness, which can withstand pressure impact, vibration and temperature changes during production, and are not prone to deformation, fracture and other problems. In large-scale production lines, pipelines often need to be laid over long distances or connected with complex bends.
The good processing performance of these stainless steel products allows them to be made into fittings of various specifications (such as elbows, tees, flanges, etc.), which accurately meet different installation needs, ensure the tightness and stability of the pipeline system, and reduce the downtime loss caused by pipeline failures.
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4. Easy to Clean and Maintain: Reducing Production Management Costs
The food and beverage industry has extremely high hygiene requirements, and the cleaning difficulty of pipelines directly affects production efficiency and costs. The inner wall of 304/316L stainless steel pipe is smooth and flat, which is not easy to attach material residues and microorganisms.
Cooperating with the CIP clean-in-place system, the internal cleaning can be quickly completed through high-temperature and high-pressure cleaning fluid, without frequent disassembly of the pipeline, which greatly shortens the cleaning time and improves production efficiency.
At the same time, the stainless steel material is not easy to breed bacteria, which reduces the usage of disinfectants and the cost of environmental protection treatment; its service life can reach decades, and compared with materials such as plastic and ordinary carbon steel, the long-term use cost is lower, realizing cost reduction and efficiency increase for enterprises.
