Thái Khương Pumps has supplied a Definox (France) sanitary butterfly valve solution for the Coca-Cola plant in Long An — one of Vietnam’s major beverage manufacturing facilities. Definox sanitary valves are designed to meet 3-A Sanitary and EHEDG standards, ensuring hygiene throughout the carbonated beverage processing line and complying with the stringent requirements of the F&B industry.
Background & Customer Requirements
The Coca-Cola Long An plant operates a carbonated beverage filling line with high-grade hygiene requirements. Valves in the system must ensure:
- Direct food contact — free from cross-contamination risks.
- Effective CIP (Cleaning-In-Place) capability, with no dead zones.
- 3-A Sanitary, EHEDG or FDA certification for beverage applications.
- SS316L material, corrosion-resistant and capable of withstanding high-temperature CIP/SIP.
- Tight shutoff — preventing leakage of carbonated product.
Solution Proposed by Thái Khương Pumps
The Thái Khương Pumps engineering team recommended the Definox DPX-series sanitary butterfly valve — a French brand with over 60 years of specialized experience in sanitary equipment for the F&B and pharmaceutical industries. Definox valves feature a “no dead leg” design that eliminates all product retention zones, FDA-grade EPDM/Viton seals, pharmaceutical-grade SS316L valve bodies, and support CIP/SIP temperatures up to 140°C. The quick-disassembly construction enables straightforward periodic inspection and maintenance.
Scope of Supply
- Definox DPX-series sanitary butterfly valves, sizes DN25–DN100.
- SS316L valve bodies with FDA-approved EPDM/Viton seals.
- Pneumatic actuator + position sensor.
- Clamp/weld end fittings per ISO 2852 and DIN 32676 standards.
- Material certificate 3.1, 3-A Sanitary certification, EHEDG certification.
- Installation consultation and lifetime technical support.
Implementation Results
All Definox valves have been installed on the Coca-Cola Long An filling line and are operating reliably, fully meeting the plant’s CIP requirements. The automated cleaning process delivers consistent results with no cross-contamination incidents. The Coca-Cola QA team assessed Definox equipment as meeting international hygiene standards and compatible with the corporation’s rigorous quality management system.
Why Did Coca-Cola Long An Choose Thái Khương Pumps?
- 19 years of market credibility (since 2007) supplying sanitary equipment for the F&B industry in Vietnam.
- Authorized Definox distributor — products officially imported from France, complete with CO/CQ certificates.
- Experience supplying sanitary valves and equipment to numerous reputable F&B and pharmaceutical customers in Vietnam.
- Engineering team with in-depth knowledge of the Definox product range and CIP/SIP processes.
- Manufacturer warranty + technical service in HCM/HN/ĐN, 24/7 support.
For consultation on Definox sanitary valves or hygienic solutions for F&B/pharmaceutical processing lines, please contact Thái Khương Pumps via hotline 0948 400 488 or browse our featured F&B project references.
