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Hygienic Design

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Overview of Hygienic Design Standard Parts

This document provides a comprehensive overview of standard parts designed for hygienically sensitive areas, such as the food industry, medical technology, and pharmaceuticals. It focuses on stainless steel components adhering to hygienic design principles, ensuring easy cleaning and reducing contamination risks.

Product Family and Specifications

Mushroom Shaped Knobs (GN 75.6): Stainless steel knobs with a sealed mounting surface to prevent dirt accumulation.
Cabinet U-Handles (GN 429): Stainless steel handles with a high-quality finish to prevent dirt adherence and facilitate cleaning.
Adjustable Hand Levers (GN 305): Available with internal and external threads, designed for hygienic applications.
Three-Lobed Knobs (GN 5445) and Star Knobs (GN 5435): Stainless steel knobs designed for easy cleaning and hygienic use.
T-Handles (GN 5064): Ergonomically designed for high operating forces, suitable for aggressive environments.
Wing Nuts and Screws (GN 8341, GN 8351): Designed for hygienic applications with easy cleaning surfaces.
Tubular Handles (GN 3330) and Handle Legs (GN 3331): Designed for hygienic areas, allowing for flexible installation and easy cleaning.
Washers and Spacers (GN 6225, GN 6226): Stainless steel components designed for hygienic applications.
Indexing Plungers (GN 8170): Designed with hygienic principles for easy cleaning and maintenance.
Nuts and Screws (GN 1580, GN 1581, GN 1582): Stainless steel components designed for hygienic use.
Latches and Socket Keys (GN 1150, GN 1151): Designed for hygienic applications with easy cleaning surfaces.
Sealing Rings and Wipers (GN 7600, GN 7607): Elastomer components designed for hygienic sealing applications.
Retaining Magnets (GN 5080, GN 5090): Stainless steel components designed for hygienic applications.

Hygienic Design Principles

The document outlines the principles of hygienic design, emphasizing easy cleaning, reduced contamination risks, and compliance with international standards such as EN 1672-2:2009 and DIN EN ISO 14519:2008-07. It highlights the role of organizations like EHEDG and 3-A Sanitary Standards in setting guidelines and issuing certifications.

Design Requirements

Material: Use of non-rusting stainless steels and FDA/EU compliant plastics and elastomers.
Surfaces: Must be easy to clean, with no gaps or dead spaces, and a surface roughness of Ra < 0.8 μm.
Geometry: Components must be self-draining and easy to clean, with a preference for rounded corners.

Seals and Applications

Seals play a crucial role in hygienic design, preventing the penetration of cleaning fluids or product residues. The document details the design and application of static and moving seals, emphasizing the importance of proper installation and maintenance.

Ordering Information

The document provides detailed ordering information for each product, including material specifications, dimensions, and finish options.

Specifications

Materials: Components are primarily made from stainless steel AISI 316 or 316L, with polished or matte finishes (Ra < 0.8 μm). Sealing rings are available in HNBR, EPDM, and FKM, all FDA compliant and blue in color, with hardness 85±5 Shore A.
Temperature Resistance: Sealing materials have varying temperature resistances: HNBR (-25°C to +150°C), EPDM (-40°C to +120°C), and FKM (-5°C to +200°C).
Design Features: Components feature sealed mounting surfaces to prevent dead spaces, high-quality finishes to prevent dirt adherence, and ergonomic designs for ease of use.

Procedures

Installation: Follow the operating instructions provided with each product. Ensure mounting holes are at right angles, free of burrs, and without chamfers to maintain sealing integrity.
Ordering: Products are ordered using specific codes that denote dimensions, finishes, and sealing materials.

Standards and Certifications

Components comply with DGUV testing principles and some are certified according to EHEDG guidelines.
RoHS compliant materials are used throughout.

Recommendations

Use in confined spaces or specific lever positions where hygienic design is critical.
Suitable for aggressive environments due to material durability.

Technical Information

Refer to the technical information catalogue for detailed characteristics of plastics and stainless steel used.
Additional accessories such as sealing rings, washers, and wrenches are available for enhanced functionality.

Specifications

Materials: Stainless steel AISI 316L for other parts, AISI 304 for spindles and adjustable sleeves. Seals made from FDA compliant materials such as EPDM, TPU, HNBR, and silicone with specified hardness levels.
Operating Temperature: -40°C to +110°C for general components, -20°C to +100°C for leveling feet.
Protection Class: IP 66, RoHS compliant.

Procedures

Installation: Bore diameter must be set in the door, cover, or hatch. The lock housing is inserted from the front and secured with a mounting nut. Latch bars are secured with hexagon head screws.
Bore Creation: Can be done by punching, laser cutting, drilling, or milling.

Standards and Certifications

Hygienic Design: Complies with EHEDG, 3-A sanitary standard 88-01, and DGUV testing principles.
RoHS Compliance: Ensures materials are free from hazardous substances.

Recommendations

Use GN 1151 socket keys for operating latches in hygienic areas to protect drive surfaces.
Ensure proper sealing to prevent dirt adherence and facilitate cleaning.

Technical Information

Static Load Capacity: Values are provided for purely vertical loads; bending or angular loads can reduce capacity.
Sealing Concept: Includes sealing rings, wipers, and joint sealing rings to protect against environmental factors.

Accessories

GN 7600 Sealing Rings, GN 7607 Wipers, GN 1151 Socket Keys, GN 3124 Sockets, GN 20.1 Cover Sleeves.

Key Data from Tables

Various dimensions and static load capacities for leveling feet and other components are provided, indicating suitability for different applications and load requirements.

Overview

This document provides technical specifications and guidelines for various hygienic design components, including leveling feet, sealing rings, wipers, retaining magnets, and holding disks. These components are designed for use in environments requiring high hygiene standards, such as food processing or pharmaceutical industries.

Leveling Feet

Made from stainless steel with a hygienic design.
Available in different models (GN 19, GN 20) with specific technical characteristics.

Sealing Rings (GN 7600)

Designed to seal components in hygienic areas without dead spaces.
Available in materials like HNBR, EPDM, and FKM, each with specific operating temperature ranges and FDA compliance.
Installation requires a specific space to ensure proper sealing and pressure application.

Wipers (GN 7607)

Used to seal moving components against their bearing position.
Designed to prevent dust accumulation and ensure a reliable seal.
Require specific installation space and surface quality for optimal performance.

Retaining Magnets (GN 5080, GN 5090)

Used in hygienic areas with a sealed screw-on surface to prevent dirt accumulation.
Made from neodymium iron boron with a stainless steel housing.
Can be combined with holding disks for increased holding force.

Holding Disks (GN 7080, GN 7090)

Serve as counterparts for retaining magnets, especially with non-magnetic materials.
Designed for hygienic areas with a sealed surface to facilitate cleaning.
Made from stainless steel with a matte finish to prevent dirt accumulation.

Technical Specifications

Components are compliant with RoHS and FDA standards.
Materials used include stainless steel AISI 304 and 316L, and various elastomers for sealing rings.
Operating temperatures vary depending on the material, ensuring suitability for different environments.

Ordering Information

Components are ordered using specific codes that denote dimensions, material, and other specifications.

Catalog excerpts

Hygienic Design Standard Parts Especially for the Use in Hygienically Sensitive Areas For more information on Hygienic Design, visit the Ganter website

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Product Family Hygienic Design Knobs, T-Handles GN 75.6 Mushroom Shaped Knobs Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 8 GN 5064 T-Handles Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 9 GN 429 Cabinet U-Handles Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 10 GN 3330 Tubular Handles Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 12 GN 305 Adjustable Hand Levers Stainless Steel, with Internal Thread, Hygienic Design Page 14 GN 305 Adjustable Hand Levers Stainless Steel, with External Thread, Hygienic Design Page 15 GN 5435 Star Knobs Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 16 GN 5445 Three-Lobed Knobs Stainless Steel, Hygienic...

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Page 2/3 Product Family Hygienic Design Indexing Plungers GN 8170 Indexing Plungers Stainless Steel, Knob Side in Hygienic Design Page 20 GN 8170 Indexing Plungers Stainless Steel, Knob and Pin Side in Hygienic Design Page 21 GN 1580 Nuts Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 22 GN 1580 Screws Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 23 GN 1581 Screws Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 24 GN 1582 Screws Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 25 GN 3113 Combination Wrenches Aluminum, for Hygienic Design Standard Parts Page 26 GN 3124 Sockets Aluminum, for Hygienic Design Standard Parts Page 27...

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Product Family Hygienic Design Leveling Feet, Cover Sleeves Leveling Feet Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Page 34 Leveling Feet Stainless Steel, without Mounting Holes, Hygienic Design Page 36 Leveling Feet Stainless Steel, with Mounting Holes, Hygienic Design Page 38 Leveling Feet SST, Extended Adjusting Range, without Mounting Holes, Hygienic Design Page 40 Leveling Feet SST, Extended Adjusting Range, with Mounting Holes, Hygienic Design Page 42 Sealing Rings, Wipers Elastomer, Hygienic Design Page 45 m Elastomer, Hygienic Design Page 46 Retaining Magnets Housing Stainless Steel, with Threaded...

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GanterNorm* General instructions In the food industry, medical technology and the pharmaceutical industry, product safety and consumer protection are becoming increasingly important. Due to their specific properties, standard parts in hygienic design can support the production process in these sensitive areas and facilitate the manufacture of products with a long shelf life, reducing the need for preservative agents Advantages of Hygienic Design Less and shorter cleaning work (this can be up to 25% of the production time), therefore - more time available for production - less fresh water consumption...

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Hygienic Design - Principles Design Requirements for Hygienic Desig Material - Non-rusting stainless steels - FDA and EU compliant plastics and elastomers Surfaces - Surfaces must be able to be cleaned - Steps due to appliance configurations which are not aligned must be avoided - Seals must be designed so that no gaps occur - O-ring grooves must be hygienically designed - Contact with the product to be manufactured must be ruled out - Corners should preferably have a radius of 6 mm or more Design / Geometry The interior and exterior areas of all appliances, components or piping must be self-draining...

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Page 3/3 Hygienic Design - Principles Seals For the standard parts which are listed in Hygienic Design, seals have the central function of protecting dead spaces, gaps and cracks from the penetration of cleaning fluids or product residues. For this, a defined pre-tension or pressing of the seals and wipers is necessary for a reliable and permanent seal in the installed condition. Within the Hygienic Design product family, seal installation spaces and seal cross sections are calculated and designed with simulation software, so that the necessary surface compression is achieved on installation...

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GN 75.6 Mushroom Shaped Knobs Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design D With internal thread E With threaded stud Stainless steel AISI 316L Sealing ring Operating temperature -25 °C to +150 °C •EPDM E • Hardness 85 ±5 Shore A RoHS Mushroom shaped knobs GN 75.6 are intended for use in hygienic areas. The sealed mounting surface enables mounting without dead spaces; the impervious geometry in combination with the high quality finish prevents the accumulation of dirt and facilitates cleaning. They have a compact and timeless design. Technical Information Page Principles of Hygienic Design 2 Technical Information...

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GN 5064 T-Handles Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Norm* IHIfilsIar U award Vi/ AWARD Stainless steel precision casting AISI 316 Sealing ring T-handles GN 5064 comply with the DGUV testing principles and are intended for use in hygienic areas. The versions with PL finish, as well as with sealing ring H and E are additionally certified according to the guidelines of the EHEDG. The sealed mounting surface enables mounting without dead spaces; the impervious geometry in combination with the high-quality finish prevents the accumulation of dirt and facilitates cleaning. T-handles are great for lifting,...

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Cabinet U-Handles Stainless Steel, Hygienic Design Stainless steel AISI 316L A4 Sealing rings Operating temperature -25 °C to + 150 °C •EPDM E • Hardness 85±5 Shore A RoHS Cabinet U-handles GN 429 are intended for use in hygienic areas. The versions with PL finish comply additionally according to the guidelines of the EHEDG and DGUV Test guidelines. The sealed mounting surfaces enable fastening without dead spaces. The high quality finish prevents adherence of dirt and facilitates cleaning. Technical Information Page Principles of Hygienic Design 2 Technical Information Load Rating Information...

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Tubular Handles Stainless Steel, with Movable Handle Legs, Hygienic Design Handle tube Stainless steel AISI 304 NI Ground, matte finish (Ra < 0.8 pm) MT Handle legs Stainless steel AISI 304 Matte finish (Ra < 0.8 pm) Sealing ring / wiper Clamping wedge Grub screw Stainless steel RoHS Tubular handles GN 3330 comply with the DGUV testing principles and are designed for use in hygienic areas. The sealed mounting surface enables fastening without dead spaces. The high quality finish as well as the nonconcave geometry prevent adherence of dirt and facilitate cleaning. The handle legs are loosely enclosed...

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