In the Biotech, Food, Chemical, and Pharmaceutical industries, cleanliness isn’t just a guideline—it’s a core requirement. But maintaining that standard often demands significant time, resources, and can lead to production delays. Between clean-down procedures, cross-contamination risks, and equipment turnaround, teams are under constant pressure to maintain hygiene without slowing operations.
Tube pumps with single-use tubing offer a practical solution to this challenge.
Unlike traditional pump systems that require internal cleaning between fluids or batches, tube pumps isolate the fluid inside the tubing only. This design enables seamless tubing replacement between fluids or batches—eliminating the need for flushing, sterilisation, or system disassembly.
This “single-use” approach isn’t just about disposable tubing—It’s about ensuring consistent hygiene with less manual intervention. In many operations, teams dedicate one tube to a specific fluid and switch tubing between products. Because the fluid only touches the inside of the tubing—not the pump mechanism—there’s minimal risk of contamination or leftover residue. Replacing the tubing after each use creates a clean, disposable fluid path that supports aseptic processing standards and helps teams stay compliant without the need for time-consuming cleaning procedures.
From both an operational and environmental perspective, the single-use approach reduces reliance on aggressive cleaning agents, minimising chemical waste and reducing pressure on treatment systems. Plus, peristaltic pumps are energy-efficient thanks to their positive displacement design. While the tubing is replaced regularly, the industry is actively looking into recycling options to make this process even more eco-friendly.
For industries where hygiene directly impacts product quality and safety, this approach makes the entire fluid handling process more reliable and predictable.
An example of this in practice is Gelista, a premium ice cream and gelato manufacturer who partnered with Global Pumps for a solution that would give them better control and faster changeovers. The Verderflex Rapide peristaltic pump was chosen for its precision, compact design, and ease of use. The result? A smoother ripple texture in their products, quicker cleaning, and greater flexibility to meet demand. As their business scaled, the same setup adapted with larger rotors—no major system overhaul needed.
Here’s a quick summary of the benefits:
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Minimised cleaning time: Tubing can be replaced in minutes—no internal flushing or disassembly required.
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Reduced cross-contamination risk: Each fluid is confined to its own dedicated tubing—ensuring product integrity and eliminating batch crossover.
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Enhanced compliance and traceability: Supports FDA, and other hygiene-critical standards with clear, disposable fluid paths.
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Minimised downtime between runs: Quick tube replacement enables faster batch transitions and greater operational efficiency.
Global Pumps offers a range of tube pumps designed specifically to support these high-demand applications—where changeovers are frequent, and cleanliness can’t be compromised. To learn more, send us your application details here.
