ALFA LAVAL UNIQUE CONTROL LKB AUTOMATION UNIT

Harco offers the Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB Automation Unit—an integrated valve control unit and actuator—with an enhanced hygienic one-piece design. Specifically, the Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB automation unit, featuring its built-in actuator, delivers intelligent and precise control for Alfa Laval LKB butterfly Valves used across diverse applications.

Moreover, reliable and straightforward, this Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB automation solution complements the existing range of Alfa Laval actuators and control units, thus making it easy to upgrade current installations. Notably, this highly durable Unique Control LKB actuator has been tested to perform above one million strokes and is compatible with all major programmable logic controller (PLC) systems.

Furthermore, this all-in-one Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB actuator offers superior flow control, enhanced hygiene, durability, and reliability. IP66/IP67-approved, the control unit features advanced technology, design, and materials, thereby preventing condensation as well as the penetration of dust, water, and other particles into the unit.

Applications

Ultimately, this intelligent Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB automation unit and hygienic actuator is designed for superior flow control across a wide range of sanitary processing industries, including dairy, food, beverage, brewery, biotech, pharmaceutical, and many other hygienic process applications.

Benefits

• A single, integrated automation solution for Alfa Laval LKB Butterfly Valves
• Highly durable, reliable, all-in-one actuator
• Simplified auto setup for butterfly valve control
• Clearly visible 360° LED indication of valve operation
• One size actuator fits all LKB butterfly valves
• Easy upgrade for manual and automated butterfly valves

Standard Design

• An intelligent sensing and control unit engineered as a single, integrated unit
• Digital or AS-Interface
• Comes with a matching bracket kit for mounting on butterfly valves in sizes 1” – 4” or DN25 – DN100

Working Principle

Additionally, the Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB actuator uses an innovative air spring, enabling operation at significantly lower air pressure compared to conventional mechanical springs. With just a single push of a button, the actuator performs easy, onsite self-configuration and calibration based on the operating air pressure provided. Furthermore, it continuously monitors air pressure and proactively sends alerts for any issues requiring attention, thereby preventing malfunctions and ensuring increased uptime for your processes.

Contact Harco today to learn how the Alfa Laval Unique Control LKB Automation Unit can enhance your process control and efficiency.