The pharmaceutical industry must control critical manufacturing processes to ensure intended outcomes. In many applications process engineers have unique requirements to manage and regulate the flow of liquids, gases, vapors and other chemical compounds. Controlling the flow of materials throughout the system is crucial for manufacturing outputs.

The experts at Sentinel Process Systems connect our customers to the best process control valves for unique applications.

What Are Process Control Valves?

In process control applications a variety of media – liquids, vapors and gases – is distributed throughout a plant feeding multiple manufacturing processes.  Both in upstream and downstream areas, processes like Clean in Space, Steam in Place, Buffer feed or Water for Injection need flow control for the proper levels and flow rates of the media. 

Process control valves are used in the pharmaceutical industry to provide the flow control required.  In particular, Sanitary Diaphragm Valves are very popular in providing flow control, automatically and with full drainable capabilities.  These devices enable individuals to operate plant equipment through mechanical controls for the following outcomes:

• Quality assurance
• Energy efficiency
• Stability in applications
• Ability to set system commands

Sentinel Process Systems will help you choose the correct process control valves for your facility setup. Our experts work to understand the types of media you use, temperature/pressure levels of operations and flow requirements to select an ideal fit for your equipment.

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Our Selection of GEMU Valves

Sentinel Process Systems proudly represents and distributes process control valves from leading manufacturers. Our portfolio of products at Sentinel Process Systems provide innovative solutions for your facility with performance and application range in mind.  

One of our leading world-class partners is Gemu.  Our customers can select a wide variety of sanitary process valves, automation components and various piping equipment from GEMU. 

Types of Flow Control Valves

Sentinel Process Systems represents and distributes a variety of process valves controlling media flow and producing specific manufacturing results. We offer standard configurations as well as customized designs to fit unique applications.  Our most popular valves for pharmaceutical processes include:

• Sanitary Manual Diaphragm Valves: Specifically designed for bio-pharmaceutical companies to withstand sterilization methods.
• Sanitary Pneumatic Diaphragm Valves: Pneumatic-type valves with remote open and close capabilities.
• Globe Valves: Cost-effective and durable valves typically used in plant utility applications. Variations include 2-way flow control and 3-way mixing/diverting.
• Solenoid Valves: An electromechanical controlled valve that provides remote control. The sole function of a solenoid valve is to shut off, release or mix liquids.
• Ball Valves: This simple valve design uses a ball with a hole through it guides media through a system. By turning the handle ¼ turn, operators can block passages.
• Bleed/Sample Valves: Pharmaceutical professionals can bleed a sample portion of a fluid for testing in a facility.
• Single Use Diaphragm Valves: Single use diaphragm valves are disposable weir style valves with a zero static T functionality. Instead of cleaning valves between system processes, operators can swap out valves for safe practice.

Sentinel Process Systems: Your Distributor for GEMU Process Control Valves

Sentinel Process Systems distributes process control valves from leading manufacturers to improve system processes and sanitation efforts. Check out our website to find the best control components to fit your unique system for outputs, testing, media flow and more. For more information about our products or to place an order, fill out our contact form today.