Fittings & Connections
Which Valve or Outlet Connection Is Right for Honey Processing?
When selecting honey tanks, filling equipment, and other stainless steel beekeeping equipment, one of the most common questions is: Which tap or valve is best suited for a particular application?
As a specialist in professional honey processing equipment, we offer a variety of solutions designed to meet the needs of modern beekeeping operations. Below, you will find an overview of the most common valve types and their typical applications.
Pinch Valves – Ideal for Clean and Precise Honey Filling
The pinch valves used on many CFM machines and stainless steel honey tanks are an in-house development by Carl Fritz. Their design is based on decades of practical experience in honey processing and beekeeping technology.
These valves are known for their ease of use, reliability, and high-quality construction.
Available Versions
Small Pinch Valve
Perfect for directly filling honey into jars.
Large Pinch Valve
Ideal for filling buckets and larger collection containers.
For beekeepers who value efficient workflows and premium stainless steel beekeeping equipment, pinch valves are a proven and practical solution.
Disc Valves (Butterfly Valves) – The Preferred Choice for Pumps and Filling Systems
Disc valves, also known as butterfly valves, are particularly recommended when pumps, hoses, or automatic filling machines need to be connected to a tank.
These valves have been specifically designed for use in the food industry and meet the highest hygiene standards. Easy cleaning and maximum product safety are essential advantages in honey processing.
Benefits of Disc Valves
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Meet the highest hygiene requirements for honey processing
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Ideal for connecting pumps and filling equipment
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Direct hose connection possible using a hose coupling half
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Robust and durable stainless steel construction
For professional beekeeping operations, disc valves are among the most important components of modern stainless steel beekeeping equipment.
Ball Valves – A Robust Solution with Higher Cleaning Requirements
Ball valves can also be used as outlet valves on honey tanks. They offer a sturdy design and can be used in a wide range of applications.
However, compared to disc valves, ball valves require more time and care for cleaning. To meet the strict hygiene standards required in food processing, they must be cleaned regularly and thoroughly. In addition, their overall installation length is considerably greater than that of comparable disc valves.
Key Features of Ball Valves
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Robust and durable construction
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Suitable for a variety of applications
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More demanding cleaning process
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A two-part hose coupling is required for hose connections
Customized Solutions for Your Beekeeping Equipment
Many CFM products can be supplied with different taps, valves, and connection options to suit your specific requirements. This ensures that you receive the solution that best fits your workflow and processing needs.
As an experienced manufacturer of beekeeping equipment and high-quality stainless steel honey processing systems, we are happy to help you choose the most suitable valve for your operation.
Do you have questions or would you like personal advice? Our team will be pleased to assist you.
Call us at +49 9776 8115-0.
Silicon gasket with elongated holes for honey tap flange 1 1/2
Consists of: - 2 mm thick seal for the honey tap clear width 36mm (no. 5000082 or 5000083) - self-adhesive- 2 mm thick thrust washer between the lower part and the top partMade of food-grade materialWeight: 0.1kg
Half hose coupling mad of stainless steel with cone connecting piece DN 50 and locking nut DN 50 for hose-Ø 50 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Silicon gasket with elongated holes, food safe, for item no. 5000098
Honey tap flange for 1 1/2" honey tap with 1 1/2" male thread.Can be connected to all CFM honey tanks (25 kg - 100 kg) starting production year 2021. Long holes offer a distance of 62,5 - 88 mm.Note:Please also order the silicon seal (item no. 6200099)
Hose clamp 35-50 mm made of stainless steel V2A.
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone connecting piece DN 50 and locking nut DN 50 for hose-Ø 40 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Half hose coupling mad of stainless steel with cone connecting piece DN 40 and locking nut DN 40 for hose-Ø 38 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Wire hose clamp 54 - 60 mm for hose DN 50.This wire hose clamp is especially for spiral hose.
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone connecting piece DN 40 and locking nut DN 40 for hose-Ø 40 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Plastic seal for CFM-honey valve no. 5000089
Very useful support to keep the hose in position. You stick the hose through the support and hang it on the rim of the tank, the hose sits very tight
Consists of: - 2 mm thick seal for the honey tap clear width 44mm (1.5" - no. 5000079) - self-adhesive- 2 mm thick thrust washer between the lower part and the top partMade of food-grade materialWeight: 0.1kg
Wire hose clamp 43 - 48 mm for hose DN 40.This wire hose clamp is especially for spiral hose.
Tank side: 1 1/2" honey tap flange incl. silicon sealTap side: Dairy thread DN 40Material: Stainless steel
Joint bolt clamp Ø 44-47 mm made of stainless steel V4A.
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone connecting piece DN38 and locking nut DN 50 for hose-Ø 38 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.Especially suitable when you want to connect our CFM honey creamer with a hose Ø 38mm to a Swienty bottling machine.
Accessory for mini honey pump, part no. 6001980
Consists of: - 2 mm thick seal for the honey tap clear width 55mm (2" - no. 5000086) - self-adhesive- 2 mm thick thrust washer between the lower part and the top partMade of food-grade materialWeight: 0.1kg
Joint bolt clamp Ø 60-63 mm made of stainless steel V4A.
To screw onto a DN40 dairy thread, completely made of stainless steel.
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone socket connecting piece DN 40, locking nut DN 50 and 90° pipe for hose-Ø 40 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
CFM-Honey tap 1 1/2" including seal, with DN40 cone socket and connecting nut.To screw onto a DN40 dairy thread. Made of stainless steel.
*For honey tanks from year 2021 onwards*Hose adapter with flange for honey tap with 1 1/2" (for hose Ø approx. 38 mm), long holes offer a distance of 62,5 - 88 mm.Including wire hose clamp.NOTE: Please order the matching silicone seal (item no. 6200099)!
Flansch for honey tap with inner width 36 mm. Long holes offer a distance of 53 - 75 mm.With 1 1/2" male thread, made of stainless steelNOTE: Please order the matching silicone seal (item no. 6000099)!
Tank side: Conical socket with union nutTap side: DN 40 dairy thread with seal
*For honey tanks from year 2021 onwards*Hose adapter with flange for honey tap with 1 1/2" (for hose Ø approx. 40 mm), long holes offer a distance of 62,5 - 88 mm.Including wire hose clamp.NOTE: Please order the matching silicone seal (item no. 6200099)!
CFM-Honey valve 2", stainless steel with seal, DN50 cone socket and union nut.To screw onto a DN 50 dairy thread.
Tank side: 1 1/2" female treadTap side: DN 40 dairy thread with seal
Honey valve 1 1/2" made of stainless steel with 1 1/2" female thread, honey tap top part with seal.
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone socket connecting piece DN 50, locking nut DN 50 and 90° pipe for hose-Ø 50 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Disc valve DN 50Tank side: 2" female threadTap side: DN 50 dairy thread with seal
Tank side: liner for milk thread socket with connecting nut Outfall side. Milk thread socket incl. seal
Ball valve with 1 1/2"; female thread on both sides and full passage
Joint bolt clamp Ø 56-59 mm made of stainless steel V4A.
Hose adapter with flange for honey tap with 36 mm clear with (for hose Ø approx. 40 mm), long holes offer a distance of 53 - 75 mm.Including wire hose clamp.NOTE: Please order the matching silicone seal (item no. 6000099)!
Made of stainless steel with seal.
Made of stainless steel with sealValve to solder – due to that without screw threadOutside-Ø 40 mm. inside -Ø 36 mmLength valve (without T-screw): 57 mm Length valve (with T-screw): 82 mm
Made of stainless steel with seal.To solder to a tank - no threadOuter Ø 40 mm, Inner Ø 36 mmLength honey valve (without T-screw): 57 mmLength honey valve (with T-screw): 82 mm
Reducer DN50 to DN40: DN50 fitting with coupling ring to DN40 Dairy thread incl. seal
Adapter DN40 to DN 50: DN40 fitting with union nut to DN50 Dairy thread incl. seal
Made of stainless steel with seal and 2“ internal thread.
Tank side: honey tap flange incl. gasketOutlet side: Dairy thread DN 40Material: Stainless steel
Half hose coupling made of stainless steel with cone socket DN 50, union nut DN 50 and 90° pipe with reduction cone socket and tube nozzle for hose Ø 40 mm.For connecting hoses to disc valves.
Accessory for mini honey pump, part no. 6001980
Stainless steel hose coupling with 1 1/2" external thread and DN 40 hose nozzle.On request also available with internal thread or other threaded connections.
Stainless steel hose coupling with 2" external thread and DN 50 hose nozzle.On request also available with internal thread or other threaded connections.
Ball valve with 2" female thread on both sides and full bore, Stainless steel