Spotlight On: ThermOmegaTech STVM Washdown Station

When it comes to production, cleanliness and safety go hand in hand.

That's why ThermOmegaTech STVM Washdown Stations are designed with operator safety at the forefront.

Maintaining a clean facility can be challenging, but cleanup between production batches is essential for most processing applications because it prevents cross-contamination. Traditional hose or washdown stations rely on multiple internal replacement parts and outdated spool designs that are prone to costly failures from mineral buildup and scaling.

ThermOmegaTech's STVM line of washdown stations, on the other hand, are designed with one replacement part, special spool technology, and safety features that make it one of the most efficient washdown stations to install, operate, maintain, and replace.

What is a ThermaOmegaTech STVM Washdown Station? 

The STVM Steam and Water Washdown Station, also known as the Silent Type Venturi Mixing Washdown Station or simply as a mixing unit station, is an efficient cleaning system designed for cleaning and sanitizing industrial equipment, chemical tanks, machinery, and surfaces to prevent contamination and ensure compliance with regulatory sanitation standards. The Venturi mixing technology of these stations allows them to effectively replace industrial hose stations because this design delivers high-pressure, high-temperature water safely, quickly, quietly, and on demand with minimal water hammer and operational failures.

How does the STVM Washdown Station work?

 Watch the video below for an overview of the STVM Washdown Station's operation and the different parts and features that make it work.

Feature	Benefits
STVM Cartridge	Contains a special spool design whose extra small holes ensure that the steam condenses and enters slowly, which prevents the noise and potential damage of cavitation Allows for easy cleaning and inline servicing because it can be replaced quickly and easily by simply unscrewing the valve cap Available for purchase as a spare part
STVM Mixing Valve	Efficiently mixes steam and cold water to create an extended, uninterrupted flow of hot washdown water, even if the cold water contains high mineral content Operates at a noise level 20 decibels lower than competitors and with less vibration than other types of mixers Automatically performs self-scouring actions to prevent any mineral accumulation, reducing maintenance frequency and increasing service life
Self-Actuating Thermoloid® Wax Blend Thermal Actuator	Self-operating and self-actuating: no external power source required Ensures temperature stays within the Operating Set Point (OSP): The wax inside the actuator will automatically expand when the temperature exceeds the OSP and it will modulate downward to reduce the steam supply It will fully shut off the steam supply once the temperature exceeds 15 deg F above the OSP
Safety Interlock Steam and Water Levers	Prevents steam from being turned on without the water supply, protecting workers and equipment from coming in contact with live steam