Exner Turbidity and Solids Sensors Achieve 3A and EHEDG Hygienic Certifications

South Fork Instruments has announced that its Exner turbidity and solids concentration sensors have received both 3A Sanitary Standards and European Hygienic Engineering & Design Group (EHEDG) certifications. These certifications confirm the sensors' adherence to rigorous hygienic design standards, crucial for food and beverage processing applications where product safety and accurate measurement data are paramount.

John Daly, Technical Director at South Fork Instruments, highlighted the significance of these certifications for the food and beverage industry, stating they allow for real-time process monitoring without sacrificing sanitary requirements. The sensors are designed with features such as electropolished 316L stainless steel construction, complete drainability, and resistance to standard cleaning compounds, making them suitable for a wide range of applications including brewing, dairy processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

The certifications enable manufacturers to implement continuous turbidity monitoring, enhancing quality control and safety protocols without introducing contamination risks. Available immediately, these sensors represent a critical advancement in process monitoring instrumentation for sanitary environments.