OptiFlow
The revoltuonary full flow valve techs for IBC liners with hygienic integrated disposal valves.
In contrast with the common cutter membrane discharge system , the hygienic liner-integrated valve operates as a simple but effective tap and offers simple, clean partial discharge, savings of time and cost in the cleaning of secondary valves and spillages; reduced risk of contamination; reduced wastage of product. In addition, where there is a partial discharge of product, that may be followed by a significant periodof storage, before a further discharge, that is a reduced risk of leakage. Horen entered the IBC market by helping customers to develop a better valve to meet higher requirements from the market. Businesses needed more unique valves and looked to Horen as the innovator in the industry to develop affordable valves and fittings for IBC’s.
The OptiFlow™ range of valves was designed with such a background and it is the only portfolio of full flow hygienic liner-integrated valves for IBC products available in the world. Unlike the traditional butterfly valves, HOREN’s OptiFlow™ valve range provides a full unrestricted flow of product during discharge, providing a 33% improvement in flow rates and reduction in overall container discharge time. New products are constantly being added to our portfolio many of which have been specifically designed to solve the unique handling needs of our clients. Should our existing range of products not fulfill your needs we would be happy to discuss a new potential solution.
WE HAVE SOLVED THE WEAKNESSES OF EXISTING VALVES
Working closely with our customers, the Horen engineering team develops fully capable manufacturing systems that meet and exceed customers’ quality and time-to-market objectives. The effective program management and close customer communications ensure that all expectations are met and a long-term, cost-effective manufacturing solution is achieved. The OptiFlow™ range of discharge valves have been on our drawing board for nearly 3 years. We have taken the knowledge gained from finding the weaknesses of existing valves on the markets and used it to create our own patented cost effective ball valves. Some of these valve weaknesses are;
Low flow rates
Not useable for aseptic operations;
Heavy torque of valve handle;
Valves not resealing causing accidental product loss;
Tamper evident systems being difficult to operate.
OptiFlow™FULL FLOW VALVE TECHS
ACHIEVED THE MAXI-FLOW RATE
The flow rate of a conventional valve depends upon the degree of opening, the pressure, and the shape. We use unique full flow valve member shapes instead of the traditional butterfly valve to increase the flow rate.
DISCHARGE TIME PER 1000 LITRES
The test proves that the flow rate of OptiFlow™ range DN50 is higher than the traditional Butterfly valve. The OptiFlowTM is approximately 33% more efficient which helps reduce costs and leads to increased production efficiencies.
OptiFlow™PULLPLUG DN50 DISCHARGE VALVE
THE MOST COMPACT VALVE FOR VARIOUS TYPES OF IBCS
There are many different types of IBC’s on the market such as plastic , steel ,cardboard and wooden IBC’s, but almost all of them have one thing in common, in that they only have the small sump outlet designed for a cutter membrane discharge gland. In order to install international standard liners with integrated valves in these IBC’s, Horen has had to“re-invent the wheel” with the Pullplug DN50. Not only does the Pullplug overcome the problem of the small sump outlet in these IBC’s it also overcomes many other deficiencies associated with existing valve technology.
The Pullplug DN50 has been designed with a very compact profile. The “Plug” valve member connects with valve housing via a hinge. The Plug valve member has gasket which is integrated with the valve member directly; the flange and housing are made by integrated injection molding; foldable handle saves the space for operation and is good for liner welding; optional sump clip ensure Pullplug DN50 to be used with not only steel, paper IBCs, but also foldable plastic IBCs.
UNIQUE PULL PLUG SEAL INTEGRATED SYSTEM
The operation of traditional liner-integrated butterfly valve member is driven by the rotation of a valve handle in the middle of valve housing which reduces the flow rate by more than 35%. When the butterfly valve is closed, the seal is not good and leaks easily. It is also hard to open the valves.
The valve member of OptiFlow™ Pullplug DN50 connects with housing by a hinge. The valve member rotates with the central axis of hinge to realize the open and close status. When the Pullplug DN50 is open, there is no obstacle in the valve channel and that’s why Pullplug DN50 has the maximum flow rate. There are many benefits of hinge connection: Simple compact construction,
Easy operation,
Light torque,
Wide unrestricted flow rate,
Easy to clean.
FOLDABLE VALVE HANDLE
The valve-integrated liner is made by welding the gland of the valve to the liner itself. In the beginning most IBC liners were welded with the 2” cutter membrane discharge glands and the end user had to connect an external valve to discharge the liquid from the liner. With the Horen system the gland size is small and compact so it is easily welded onto the liner.
When the Horen OptiFlow™ Pullplug DN50 integrated handle is folded down the valve is small enough to allow it to be welded to the liner. Another advantage of the Horen OptiFlow Pullplug is that it can be directly installed intothe sump of the metal IBC’s without having to remove the handle. When the user needs to discharge the liner they only need to erect the integrated handleand rotate it.
ONE-STEP TAMPER EVIDENCE
Horen has developed an innovative temper evidence solution for the Pullplug DN50 which is attached directly to the valve lid and is easy to operate and very secure. Our tamper evidence gives you the peace of mind knowing that your valuable product is protected and that the valve has not been opened.
You can customize the colours of the tamper evident clip and also print unique identification codes on each individual tamper evident clip.
HOREN SUMP CLIP IS OPTIONAL
With the introduction of plastic IBC’s into the market there has been an increase in the number of IBC accessories being made available including many kinds of liner-integrated valves. The traditional plastic IBC sump was designed for the cutter membrane discharge gland but has now been made larger to accommodate all of the additional valves and fittings. To allow these valves to be used in both in both the old and new generation IBC the Horen valve sump clip was invented.
OptiFlow™ Pullplug DN50 without sump clip is compatible with all kind of steel, cardboard or wooden IBCs and is also compatible with the new plastic foldable IBC by the use of the f sump clip.
MORE THAN 5 PATENTS PENDING
WORLDWIDE
- Unique hinge connection with valve member. Light torque to open and close; valve member connects under pressure to the gasket for better sealing function;
2. LLDPE housing and flange are one part which can be welded directly to liner;
3. Sump clip is an option to allow the valve to be used with many different kinds of IBC. The sump clip makes it easy to install and uninstall the valve with the IBC.
4. Foldable handle allows the valve to be welded easily with the liner without having to remove the handle. The foldable handle can avoid handle being lost during transportation.
5. The Screw cap locks the handle in place avoiding accidental opening of the valve and loss of product.
6. The gasket on the plug valve member is by TPE tech to improve manufacture efficiency without leaking risk.
7. Sealing device on top of handle avoids any leaking risk.
8. Less obstacles in the valve channel maximize the flow rate.
9. TE clips are pre-fitted with unique TE numbers these increase security and give added protection from unauthorized use.
About HOREN
Horen develops smart product solutions which consider the entire supply chains systems used by our customers to help them achieve “Zero Waste, Zero Loss”. Our key focus is on plastic foldable containers and the accessories which are used for packaging and transporting goods in various industries. Through our R&D department we are steadily looking for new materials and production methods which help us to manufacture products with maximum stability, high return ratio’s and low weight. It is our target to eliminate ineffective transport and logistics processes. We follow and support the global trend to reduce CO2 emissions by developing products that are recyclable at the end of their working life. Reducing cost, time and waste through the adoption of sustainable development and manufacturing processes provides our customers with environmentally smart solutions.
Contact: Rice Zhu
Tel:+86-21-60901835
sales@horenplastic.com
www.horenplastic.com
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