Manufacturers No Longer Have to Compromise in Harsh Washdown Environments

Manufacturers in food and beverage processing environments face ongoing challenges related
to washdown exposure, equipment reliability, maintenance, and contamination prevention. 

Kyntronics hybrid solutions are engineered to thrive where traditional actuation technologies fail.
They provide servo-controlled precision and long-life performance in a sealed, IP-rated design,
eliminating the frequent failures and costly replacements common with electro-mechanical
actuators and the leaks, maintenance headaches, and product spoilage risk associated with
hydraulic power units (HPUs).

Whether designing new equipment or upgrading existing systems, Kyntronics provides complete
hybrid actuation solutions built for washdown-ready reliability, while also supporting integration
with Rockwell Automation control architectures for advanced motion control, diagnostics, and
machine automation.

Facing Challenges in Demanding Environments

In the food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences industries, manufacturers often operate in demanding washdown environments where equipment is routinely exposed to high- pressure water, cleaning chemicals, moisture, temperature fluctuations, and contaminants. Traditional actuation technologies can struggle under these conditions, leading to premature wear, fluid leaks, corrosion, contamination concerns, and increased maintenance requirements.

Hydraulic Systems

• Require centralized power units
• Create additional leak points
• Require fluid management
• Increase maintenance complexity

Traditional Electromechanical Actuators (EMAs)

• May struggle with moisture ingress
• Require protection from washdown exposure
• Can experience lubrication and component wear

Manufacturers need a solution specifically designed to withstand harsh washdown conditions while still delivering precise control, as they continue prioritizing uptime, sanitation, energy efficiency, precision and predictive maintenance capabilities. 

How Modern Actuation Technology Can Improve Your Operations

Kyntronics Hybrid Linear Actuators (SHA) and Servo Power Units (SPU) are designed to provide the force density and durability commonly associated with hydraulics while incorporating the precision, programmability, and energy efficiency of electric actuators while minimizing shortcomings.

Unlike traditional hydraulic systems that rely on centralized hydraulic power units, Kyntronics
solutions are compact, sealed systems that minimize fluid volume, eliminate long hose runs,
and reduce leak points. This makes them well suited for applications where cleanliness and
reduced maintenance is important.

Key attributes include:

• Sealed construction rated up to IP67 or higher, preventing water and debris intrusion
• Corrosion-resistant materials and coatings to withstand harsh cleaning agents
• Available with food-grade fluid
• No metal-to-metal wear surfaces, reducing maintenance and eliminating contamination risk
• Servo-controlled motion that delivers consistent, repeatable force and position after every wash cycle
• Compact footprint that simplifies integration into hygienic equipment layouts
• The SPU is easily located remotely or in a washdown enclosure, connected to a cylinder that is IP-rated appropriately for the application

Manufacturers operating in harsh washdown environments no longer have to compromise between durability, precision, and cleanliness. Hybrid actuation technology helps manufacturers improve reliability, maintain precise control, and reduce maintenance requirements in demanding washdown and food processing environments.

How the Industrial Solutions Network Helps

The Industrial Solutions Network supports OEMs, end users, and systems integrators evaluate their current equipment challenges, identify opportunities for improvement, and connect with solutions that improve machine performance.

Whether you are designing new equipment or upgrading existing machinery, our team can help you determine if Kyntronics hybrid actuation technology is the right fit for your application.