ChargePoint Excel

Overview

Technical / Specifications

Cleaning & Washing

Automation & Docking

Accessories

Nanogram level containment performance. Maximise operator protection
Patented technology delivering an advanced level of high containment performance to low nanogram levels. The design offers maximum operator protection in a compact, efficient split valve.

Containment Technology

Containment Theory

An Introduction to Split Butterfly Valves

The ChargePoint Advantage

Secure, contained powder transfers between pressurised containers and vessels
A unique method of achieving a pressure or vacuum seal ensures risk free product transfers with additional benefits for steam cleaning, powder flow and process visibility.
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Washing and cleaning in place (WIP / CIP / SIP)
The ability to effectively clean or wash the product contact and sealing areas of a ChargePoint® valve is assured with the use of our specifically designed Wash In Place devices. For ultra clean processing the valve can also be steamed in place (SIP).

Delivering optimum operational performance
Ensure optimum operational performance by tailoring your ChargePoint® solution to meet your process requirements.

Automation and docking.
Lifting and docking systems can be incorporated in-line with your material handling requirements.

Accessories.
A range of devices to enhance the performance and lifetime of ChargePoint® containment valves.

Specifications.
Select the specific options to meet the demands of the process.

Nanogram level containment performance
The ChargePoint® EXCEL has a validated containment performance to <1µg/m³. The performance is tested in-line with the ISPE SMEPAC guide.

Operation Principle
The ChargePoint® EXCEL varies from the standard ChargePoint® in that it incorporates purge and extract connections on the Active Unit.

During the undocking process an interlock mechanism prevents the Passive from being fully removed to a point that a gap is achieved between the Active and Passive disc faces. At this point the purge and extract process is carried out, removing traces of particles that can potentially become airborne.

Optimise investment costs
Remove the requirement for cleanrooms and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and future proof your process for higher OEL products.

Specification
Select the specific options you require to meet the demands of the process. Download our specifications data:

ChargePoint Specifications (PDF 0.78MB)

Cleaning and Washing In Place (CIP / WIP / SIP)

The ability to effectively clean or wash the product contact and sealing areas of a ChargePoint® valve is assured with the use of our specifically designed Wash In Place (WIP) devices. For ultra clean processing the valve can also be Steamed In Place (SIP).

WIP Passive
The WIP Passive mimics a standard Passive unit by locking into an Active unit to allow local washing of the Active unit inner product contact and sealing surfaces.

WIP Lance
The WIP Lance provides local cleaning of the ChargePoint® valve internal product contact surfaces, vessel connection nozzle and even further into the process vessel itself.

SIP Passive
The inner surfaces of the valve, disc and disc edges can be sterilised with the use of an SIP Passive.

WIP Drain
The WIP drain mimics a standard Passive unit and simply allows the ChargePoint® valve to be used as a drain funnel when installed in the inverted position.

Wash Station Active
The ChargePoint® Wash Station Active is specifically designed for use within an automated IBC washing booth.

Automation & Docking

Lifting and docking systems can be incorporated in-line with your material handling requirements.

Powerdock
When the production scale, access or room classification does not permit manual handling, the PowerDock system can be integrated into any ChargePoint® valve to provide a fully automated docking solution.

Compensator
A Compensator device can be attached between the valve and the process to protect the process equipment from the forces encountered during docking.

Valve Actuation
Three optional levels of automation can be provided to operate ChargePoint® valves in hazardous or inaccessible areas, or when the production scale does not permit manual handling.

Sensors
Pneumatic or electric proximity detection sensors, combined with existing mechanical safety interlock features ensure the safe function of the ChargePoint®.

Accessories

A range of devices are available to enhance the performance, lifetime and usability of ChargePoint® containment valves.

Sightglass
A ChargePoint® can be installed and used for both product charging and as a viewing port once the charge has been completed. A Sightglass offers visibility utilising the existing ChargePoint® installation.

GMP Active Plug
Manufactured form HDPE, the plug locks inside the Active unit and seals against the inner body surface with a O-Ring. The plug helps to protect the valve and prevent the ingress of contamination.

GMP Passive Cover
The cover locks on the Passive pins with an O-Ring to seal against the Disc surface. The cover helps to protect the valve and prevent the ingress of contamination.