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## IMI PBM specialises in engineered ball valve solutions for sanitary, hygienic and clean-line processes. The portfolio includes PBM ball valves, sanitary ball valves, tank bottom valves and multi-port valves that support reliable flow control across pharmaceutical, biotech, food & beverage and industrial processing applications.
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Flexible by design

Engineering excellence, tailored for you

Designed around specific process requirements, IMI PBM valve technologies support CIP/SIP cleaning, flexible system configurations and reliable performance in demanding operating conditions.

Clean shutoff

Cavity-filled, purgeable designs reduce build-up and support CIP/SIP cleaning.

Service without shutdown

Inline adjustability simplifies maintenance with minimal process disruption.

Tailored to your process

Multiple seat, port and actuation options support diverse process requirements.

Engineered for tough conditions

Designed for reliable performance in demanding process conditions.

Applications

Where IMI PBM valve technologies perform best


IMI PBM valve technologies support clean-line, sanitary and industrial processes where reliability, cleanability and process performance are critical.

Pharmaceutical and Biotech

Supporting hygienic processing, product purity and cleanability in regulated production environments.

Food and Beverage

Engineered for clean-line applications requiring reliable flow control and efficient CIP/SIP cleaning.

Personal Care and Cosmetics

Helping maintain product quality and process consistency across hygiene-critical manufacturing processes.

Industrial Processing

Designed for demanding process conditions requiring long-term reliability and performance.

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IMI PBM products

Engineered for demanding performance

IMI PBM valves support both sanitary and industrial applications, from clean-in-place systems to harsh process environments.
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Key technologies

Innovative valve solutions for specialised industries


By partnering with you we have successully developed outstanding valve technologies to provide you with enhanced performance and reliablity for over a century. From ball and cryogenic valve solutions to our Igenix® range, we support you in achieving safe and efficient operation, and with little or no process interruptions.

Fabflex®

Fabflex® pipe and valve configurations offer compact, space-saving solutions for biotech, semiconductor, cosmetics, pharmaceutical and food industries. Each complete assembly is thoroughly tested before shipment, reducing the need for extended onsite validation.

Igenix®

Igenix® sanitary valves have been developed for the cosmetics, fragrances, nutritional and detergent processing sectors. The Igenix® line minimises contamination, solves clogging problems, reduces downtime and produces high-quality products in compliance with sanitary regulations.

Industries we specialise in

Solutions for key industries worldwide

The IMI PBM product range is widely used by our customers in the sanitary, marine and industrial sectors. Discover more about our technologies and wider IMI product protfolio can offer your industry.
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Certification

We are proud to be ISO 9001 certified

Our ISO 9001 certification demonstrates our commitment to maintaining the highest level of quality management standard, and to delivering world class quality products and services for our customers worldwide. For us, achieving this level of quality management means we can consistently meet your needs, enhance your customer experience and provide you with outstanding and reliable technologies. It means we are fully dedicated to improving your operational processes, boosting your plant efficiency and exceeding your expectations every step of the way.
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NQA-1 Qualified

Our comprehensive quality management system

Our Quality Management System is ISO 9001:2008 certified. We meet stringent requirements in the process flow industry where safety, reliability and on-time delivery is critical. Our list of credentials include valves that are BPE compliant, API 607 fire test ratings, ABS Type approval, ABS Category A, API-622 low emission packing, Self-flush cleaning, True-bore™, NQA-1 compliant, CRN (Canadian Registration numbers), SIL-3 capable, CE-PED compliant, and Cryogenic testing to MSS SP 134.

FAQs

Need guidance on clean-line valve applications?

Connect with IMI for support with existing valves, new requirements, servicing or replacement needs across sanitary, clean-line and specialist process applications.
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