Sick PBSH pressure switch reduces hygiene costs for food processors

The new PBSH pressure switch from SICK’s Industrial Instrumentation Division is designed specifically for pressure control applications in food and beverage processes, achieving stringent hygiene standards and high production availability cost-effectively.

It combines hygienic stainless steel wetted parts with a heavy duty plastic housing featuring a bright, highly visible display to provide direct indication of process pressure.  In addition, industry standard electrical output signals provide constant feedback to the process PLC.  A seal free construction ensures that the PBSH resists the aggressive and high-temperature CIP/SIP cleaning and sterilising regimes employed in the food and beverage industry.

“SICK’s PBSH pressure switch is designed to achieve high availability combined with value for money for the food and drink industry,” says Darren Pratt, Sick (UK) industrial sensor specialist. “A range of hygienic connections are available to meet a processor’s requirements, compatible with existing plant connections.   All the PBSH’s wetted parts are welded to ensure in-process hygiene. Seam-free, rounded joins and no gaps or traps reduce residue build up and enables CIP and SIP processes to do their job effectively.”