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Why pumps and valves are the “backbone” of dairy processing

They move milk, cream, cheese curds, yogurt and other cultured dairy products consistently throughout each production stage.

Brian Berk

March 27, 2026

As dairy sales grow, pumps and valves play a vital role—pumps ensure accurate, controlled product transfer, while valves regulate flow, isolate systems, and support cleaning processes.

How to increase dairy plant productivity by upgrading your valves

Valves are among the vital components that control and manage the flow and direction of fluids.

Gilbert Welsford Jr.

August 30, 2022

The right tools for the job are not a feature solely focused on cutting costs. Above all, they should enable facilities to achieve their objectives effectively.

Pump up dairy production with the right pumps and valves

Pumps and valves are vital parts of an efficient dairy processing operation, but identifying the most effective components can be tricky.

Richard Mitchell

March 11, 2022

Pumps and valves are vital parts of an efficient dairy processing operation, but identifying the most effective components can be tricky.

February’s additional offerings from suppliers to the dairy processing industry.

February 11, 2022

New equipment and ingredients from Balchem Human Nutrition & Health, Danfoss, GEA, and more!

October’s additional offerings from suppliers to the dairy processing industry.

October 14, 2021

New equipment and ingredients from GEA, Glambia Nutritionals, ThermOmegaTech, and more!

Suppliers introduce new pumps, valves and lubricants.

August 9, 2021

New equipment from Emerson, Axiflow Technologies Inc., Burkert USA Corp., and more!

Do your homework when selecting pumps and valves

The right pumps and valves can generate powerful paybacks for dairy processors.

Richard Mitchell

March 10, 2021

Pumps and valves can be a dairy processor's secret weapon for maximizing plant efficiencies and producing superior products. Being able to move liquids swiftly and safely through piping can reduce operating expenses while enhancing food quality.

The latest pumps, valves and lubricants offer increased adaptability and hygienic design

August 14, 2020

New equipment from Ampco Pumps, Burkert, Central States Industrial (CSI) and more!

Pumps and valves play a big role

An efficient and safe dairy processing operation is dependent on the proper selection and maintenance of pumps and valves

Richard Mitchell

March 18, 2020

Detecting foreign objects and other contaminants in dairy products is perhaps the most crucial part of the production process. Without the ability to effectively scan for adulterants, processors can compromise food safety and risk costly recalls, product waste and damage to their reputations.