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What does the IP69K classification mean for gear boxes in wet cleaning areas?
Die IP69K classification is the highest protection class and guarantees that a gear box is completely dust-tight and protected against high-pressure and steam jet cleaning at high temperatures (up to 80°C). This is crucial for facilities in areas with intensive cleaning processes, as commonly found in the food or pharmaceutical industry.
How do IP69K gear boxes contribute to reducing contamination risks?
IP69K gear boxes are often made of stainless steel and feature smooth, gap-free surfaces . This prevents the accumulation of dirt and bacteria, significantly reducing the contamination risk – in some cases by up to 99.9%.
What specific advantages do IP69K gear boxes offer regarding maintenance and lifespan?
Due to their robust protection against water and aggressive cleaning agents, the lifespan of IP69K gear boxes is often extended two to three times compared to standard variants. This leads to longer maintenance intervals und and reduced downtime,for example, a fish processor was able to extend the replacement cycles from 6 to 18 months.
Are ATEK’s IP69K gear boxes also suitable for specific industry standards such as EHEDG or FDA?
Yes, many of our IP69K gear boxes, especially our hygienic design and stainless steel gear boxes, are designed to meet the requirements of standards such as EHEDG or made with FDA-compliant materials. This facilitates compliance with strict hygiene regulations.
What materials are typically used for IP69K gear boxes in the food industry?
For IP69K gear boxes the food industry, high-quality stainless steel (e.g., 1.4404) is often used. This material is (z.B. 1.4404) verwendet. Dieses Material ist corrosion-resistant, easy to clean, and prevents the adherence of microorganisms, which is essential for wet cleaning areas. How does ATEK support the selection of the suitable IP69K gear box for my specific application?
Wie unterstützt ATEK bei der Auswahl des passenden IP69K-Getriebes für meine spezifische Anwendung?
ATEK offers comprehensive technical consulting and assists you in designing the optimal drive solution. Our modular system allows millions of configurations, and our online product configurator helps with quick selections. For special requirements, we also develop customized special solutions..
What delivery times can I expect for ATEK’s IP69K gear boxes?
Thanks to our large stock and the modular system, we can often achieve fast delivery times, even for configured IP69K gear boxes. In some cases, delivery times can be up to 30% shorter than for completely newly developed solutions. realisieren, auch für konfigurierte IP69K-Getriebe. In manchen Fällen können Lieferzeiten um bis zu 30% kürzer sein als bei komplett neu entwickelten Lösungen.
In which industries outside the food and pharmaceutical sectors are IP69K gear boxes particularly beneficial?
In addition to the food and pharmaceutical industries, the packaging industry, the cosmetics industry and certain areas of the chemical industry benefit from IP69K gear boxes. Wherever equipment needs to be cleaned frequently and intensively, and high hygiene standards apply, these gear boxes are the first choice.
IP69K-classified gear boxes are essential for use in wet cleaning areas. wet cleaning areas, as they provide maximum protection against dust and high-pressure steam jet cleaning, significantly increasing the availability of equipment..
The use of IP69K gear boxes, often in stainless steel versions, minimizes contamination risks by up to 99.9% und extends the lifespan of components by two to three times,resulting in significant cost savings.
ATEK Drive Solutions, as a system provider, offers modular and customized IP69K drive solutions, which support compliance with strict hygiene standards (e.g., EHEDG, FDA) through technical expertise and fast delivery times, enhancing production efficiency..Discover how ATEK’s IP69K-classified gear boxes can optimize your production processes and minimize downtime. Learn more about the benefits, applications, and technical details.
In hygiene-sensitive industries such as food and pharmaceuticals, the highest cleaning standards are essential. Our IP69K-classified gear boxes provide the safety and reliability you need. Contact us at ATEK for personalized consulting.
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Introduction to IP69K-classified gear boxes wet cleaning areas
The growing need for extreme resilience
Component failures in hygiene areas, often caused by aggressive high-pressure cleaning in wet cleaning areas., lead to costly production losses. For example, a food processor was able to reduce downtime by 20% by switching to specially protected components like a IP69K gear boxes . Hygienic design gear boxes are particularly relevant in this context.
IP69K as an answer to the highest requirements
IP69K-classified gear boxes resist water and hot steam jets reliably, ensuring their function even under the harshest conditions. For instance, pharmaceutical manufacturers clean their facilities with pressures of up to 100 bar. Often, this is based on stainless steel gear boxes, which meet the high demands in wet areas. More than just protection: a contribution to overall plant effectiveness
Mehr als nur Schutz: Ein Beitrag zur Gesamtanlageneffektivität
Robust gear boxes IP69K gear boxes increase overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) by minimizing failures and reducing unplanned production changes. A beverage filler was able to extend the maintenance intervals of its systems by wet cleaning areas. by 50%. Also available are special gear boxes with NSF H1 lubricants for the highest hygiene demands.What does the IP69K classification mean for gear boxes?
The definition behind the highest protection class
Die IP69K classification (according to DIN 40050-9) stands for the highest protection class and means complete dust tightness as well as protection against water under high-pressure and steam jet cleaning, even at high temperatures (80°C). The demanding tests simulate the intensive cleaning conditions typically found in wet cleaning areas. food processing. Our portfolio includes various IP69 gear boxes.
- Defined according to DIN 40050-9 as the highest protection class IP69K for electrical devices, ideal for gear boxes in wet cleaning areas..
- Ensures complete dust tightness (indicated by the first digit ‘6’ in the IP marking).
- Provides comprehensive protection against water during high-pressure and steam jet cleaning (indicated by the second digit ‘9K’), crucial for components in wet areas..
- The test conditions for the IP69K certification involve hot water at a temperature of 80°C.
- The examination is conducted with a high water pressure of 80-100 bar from a short distance of 100-150 mm to the test specimen.
- The component, for example, a IP69K gear boxes, is sprayed from various angles (0°, 30°, 60°, 90°) during the test.
- This standard is essential for maintaining reliability and hygiene in environments with intensive cleaning processes, as expected for a IP69K-classified gear box for wet cleaning areas. The stringent testing process in detail
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Für die IP69K certification the test component is intensively sprayed from defined angles (0°, 30°, 60°, 90°) with water pressure of 80-100 bar at a water temperature of 80°C from a distance of only 100-150 mm. Automotive suppliers use similar procedures to test components for washing systems. Our HD gear boxes are designed for such extreme conditions.
Why this standard is relevant to you
Wherever intensive cleaning processes are commonplace, the protection class IP69K for the reliability and hygiene of plant components is crucial. For instance, a dairy operation was able to reduce contamination risks in its wet cleaning areas. by over 95% by consistently using components that are IP69K-classified. Discover our solutions for food and medicine..Benefits of IP69K gear boxes in demanding wet cleaning areas actively reduce
contamination risks and bacteria growth.
Smooth, gap-free surfaces of IP69K gear boxes effectively prevent the formation of dirt and bacteria nests. This significantly improves product safety (reductions of up to 99.9% are possible), which is especially essential in hygiene-critical wet cleaning areas. environments. A ready meal manufacturer confirmed significantly reduced germ counts after switching to such gear boxes. Our Hygienic design gear boxes are optimized for this.
Significantly increase lifespan and reliability.
The comprehensive protection against the ingress of water, steam, and aggressive cleaning agents extends the lifespan of IP69K-classified gear boxes by two to three times compared to standard variants. A fish processor was able to extend the replacement cycles of its drives from wet areas. 6 to 18 months. See also our stainless steel planetary gear boxes for clean rooms..
Significantly reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
The robust gear boxes IP69K gear boxes minimize damage from moisture and cleaning processes, potentially increasing equipment availability by more than 10% while simultaneously lowering maintenance costs. A large bakery reduced unplanned failures in its production lines by 80% through the use of these resilient gear boxes. Special um 80% durch den Einsatz dieser widerstandsfähigen Getriebe. Spezielle hygienic design gear reducers are available for such applications.
Reliably comply with hygiene regulations
The use of certified IP69K gear boxes for wet cleaning areas. facilitates compliance with strict hygiene regulations such as EHEDG or FDA guidelines and supports successful audits. For example, a pharmaceutical company was able to accelerate its certification processes by several weeks because the deployed drive solutions had IP69K protection already in compliance.Typical areas of application for IP69K gear boxes
Essential in the food and beverage industry
In bottling plants, on conveyors, and in mixers, where regular intensive cleaning takes place, IP69K-classified gear boxes they contribute significantly to smooth and hygienic operations. These areas are considered classic wet cleaning areas.. A juice manufacturer, for example, reduced its downtime by 15% through the use of such specialized drives. Often, stainless steel worm gearboxes are used.
- Food and beverage industry: Ideal for IP69K gear boxes in bottling plants, conveyors, mixers, and other areas that undergo regular intensive cleaning in wet environments are subjected to.
- Pharmaceutical industry: Essential for drive solutions had IP69K protection in cleanrooms and production facilities to prevent contamination and comply with strict GMP guidelines.
- Packaging industry: Ensures hygienic processes in packaging machines, labelers, and palletizers, particularly when handling food and pharmaceuticals, where 80% through the use of these resilient gear boxes. Special it is common.
- Cosmetic industry: Used in mixing and bottling plants, where the highest purity and product integrity are required and IP69K components offer advantages.
- Chemical industry: Beneficial in production areas with high hygiene requirements and the handling of potentially aggressive cleaning agents, where gearboxes for wet environments are needed.
- Other industries: Wherever components need to be frequently washed and intensely cleaned and the highest hygiene standards apply, gearboxes for wet cleaning zones mit IP69K classification are the first choice.
Highest standards for the pharmaceutical industry
In cleanrooms and pharmaceutical production facilities, IP69K gear boxes are a key component in preventing contamination. A vaccine manufacturer reliably meets strict GMP guidelines thanks to these robust gearboxes, even in areas with frequent 80% through the use of these resilient gear boxes. Special. Specific solutions for the pharmaceutical industry are available for this.
Clean solutions for the packaging industry
The use of IP69K gear boxes in packaging machines, labelers, and palletizers ensures the necessary hygiene when packaging food and pharmaceuticals. A packaging service provider was able to reduce its cleaning times by wet cleaning areas. by 20%. Particularly suitable for this are stainless steel gear boxes with appropriate sealing.
Other industries with demanding hygiene requirements
The cosmetic and chemical industries also benefit from the robust and easy-to-clean properties of the IP69K gear boxes. A cosmetics manufacturer increased its output by 5% in mixing and bottling plants after switching to gearboxes that have been specially developed for wet cleaning areas. and frequent cleaning processes.Important selection criteria for your IP69K gear boxes
Materials and surfaces: The first line of defense
Corrosion-resistant stainless steel (e.g., 1.4404) and smooth, pore-free surfaces are crucial for IP69K gearboxes in wet cleaning zones, as they reduce the adhesion of microorganisms by up to 99%. Avoiding dead spaces in the design is also an important aspect. Our stainless steel gear boxes meet these requirements.
Design details and sealing systems: Nothing must penetrate
Multi-stage sealing systems and a tight-fitting design are essential to prevent water ingress even during high-pressure cleaning and to ensure the IP69K protection permanently. Optimized design details can increase the tightness by about 30%. Here, special seals are used, as found in our Hygienic Design gearboxes .
Performance parameters and system compatibility: Tailored for your system
Torque, speed, and size of an IP69K gearbox must be precisely matched to the specific application in the wet cleaning zone . Modular system structures ensure compatibility with existing system components. A machine builder was able to reduce integration time by precisely fitting drive solutions by 25%. Our online product configurator helps in selecting the right gearbox.
Certificates and compliance with standards: Verified safety
When selecting, pay attention to the relevant certificates that confirm the IP69K classification according to DIN 40050-9, as well as compliance with industry-specific standards such as EHEDG or the use of FDA-compliant materials. A seamless documentation facilitated a medical technology customer in validating its system with our IP69K gear boxes by four weeks.ATEK’s solutions: Your partner for IP69K-classified gear boxes and maximum hygiene
Our approach: Experience meets innovation for your wet areas
ATEK’s IP69K gear boxes are the result of a combination of proven design, modern materials, and innovative sealing technologies, specifically developed for the high demands in wet cleaning areas.. A customer from the beverage industry was able to reduce the failure rates of its systems by over 70% through the use of ATEK solutions. Our high-load HD gearboxes are part of this program.
Modular diversity for tailored hygiene
Our modular systems allow a variety of configurations for exactly tailored IP69K gearboxes for your specific wet cleaning zone. This often leads to shorter delivery times, in some cases up to 30% faster. Examples include special output shafts or attachment flanges. Many of our stainless steel planetary gearboxes are configurably accordingly.
Future-proof with ATEK: Ready for rising demands
Continuous investments in research and development ensure that ATEK’s IP69K-classified gear boxes also meet future standards and keep your production competitive. Currently, we are, for example, working on sensor-integrated gearboxes for predictive maintenance in wet areas.. Optimized stainless steel worm gearboxes are also available.
Ein IP69K classified gearbox for wet cleaning zones is an important factor for safety, efficiency, and future viability in hygiene-sensitive production environments. Choosing the right drive solution not only supports compliance with standards but also sustainably optimizes your operating costs. ATEK Drive Solutions is happy to assist you in selecting tailored IP69K drive solutions..