CIP SOLUTIONS
CLEANING YOU CAN RELY ON
Reliable cleaning is the foundation of product quality in food, pharma and cosmetics production.
Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) systems ensure hygienic safety, repeatability and process reliability — without dismantling equipment. Modern CIP solutions go beyond basic cleaning: they improve sustainability, reduce operating costs and ensure consistent product quality.
WHY CLEANING MATTERS
In regulated industries, cleaning is not just maintenance — it is part of the production process.
• Product safety and compliance
• Reliable and repeatable cleaning results
• Prevention of cross-contamination
• Protection of equipment
• Sustainable production processes
Quality matters. Reliable and repeatable cleaning ensures sustainable product quality and consistency.
FUNDAMENTALS OF CIP SYSTEMS
Choosing the right CIP concept depends on plant layout, product portfolio and operational strategy.
Single-Use (Once-Through CIP)
- Fresh cleaning solution for each cycle
- High hygiene level
- Suitable for sensitive applications
Multi-Use (Recovery Systems)
- Reuse of cleaning media
- Reduced water and chemical consumption
- Optimized operating costs
Centralized CIP Systems
- One system supplies multiple production lines
- Efficient for larger plants
- Central monitoring and control
Decentralized CIP Systems
- Dedicated cleaning unit per production line
- Flexible and independent operation
- Suitable for modular plant concepts
DESIGN & COMPONENTS OF A CIP SYSTEM
A modern CIP system consists of:
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Tanks for cleaning media
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Pumps and heat exchangers
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Valves and pipe systems
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Automation and control units
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Monitoring and documentation systems
The cleaning performance is based on the TACT principle:
Time – Action – Chemical – Temperature
Only the correct interaction of these parameters ensures effective and validated cleaning.
TYPICAL CHALLENGES IN PRACTICE
In daily operation, companies often face:
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Excessive water and chemical consumption
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Long cleaning times
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High energy usage
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Incomplete documentation
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Difficult validation processes
Without proper system design and optimization, cleaning can become a cost driver instead of a quality enabler.
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MORE THAN MACHINES – PROXES TECHNOLOGY CENTER
At the ProXES Process Technology & Training Center, you can:
- Test new recipes
- Trial machines & technologies
- Scale up production efficiently
This is where innovation meets reality – with expert support, state-of-the-art equipment, and a partner who helps you turn ideas into market success.
The challenge: adapting recipes without compromising taste, texture, or shelf life. ProXES solutions make it possible.
READY TO OPTIMIZE YOUR CLEANING PROCESS?
Let’s discuss how ProXES CIP solutions can support your production.
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We look forward to meeting you and making your vision a reality.
