Standard for quality grade of compressed air in dairy industry

The dairy industry has strict requirements on the quality of compressed air, because the quality of compressed air is directly related to the quality and safety of dairy products. Although specific compressed air quality rating standards may vary by country and region, company standards, and specific types of dairy products, the following are some commonly considered compressed air quality indicators and requirements:

oil-free: Since dairy products are food products, the compressed air must be oil-free to prevent oil from contaminating the product and production equipment.

Dust-free: compressed air should not contain particles, so as not to pollute the product. High efficiency filtration systems are often required to ensure air quality.

Low dew point: The moisture in the compressed air may cause product deterioration or equipment corrosion, so the dew point of the compressed air should be as low as possible to reduce the moisture content.

No microbial contamination: Dairy production process, compressed air should not contain harmful microorganisms, such as bacteria, mold, etc., to prevent microbial contamination.

Comply with relevant regulations and standards: Compressed air quality in the dairy industry should comply with local regulations and international standards, such as ISO 8573-1 (compressed air quality level standard).

Gas purity: In addition to oil-free, dust-free, low dew point and sterility, compressed air may also be required to contain no other harmful gases or impurities to ensure product purity and safety.

In the dairy industry, compressed air quality is routinely tested and verified to ensure it meets production requirements. This includes the use of professional air quality testing equipment and regular maintenance to ensure that the compressed air system is clean and safe.

Please note that the specific compressed air quality level standards may vary depending on the internal standards of the enterprise, national regulations or international standards. Therefore, dairy production enterprises should refer to relevant regulations and standards to formulate and implement a compressed air quality management system suitable for their own production needs.