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API International Launches CleanLine

API International has officially launched its latest product line, dubbed CleanLine, which includes NSF-certified stainless steel flanges and components specifically for drinking-water and sanitary process applications. This move signals a significant expansion of API International's existing offerings in the waterworks sector, enabling better support for projects requiring certified components.

Responding to Demand for Certified Products

The introduction of CleanLine comes in response to increasing customer demand for NSF-certified stainless steel components in drinking-water systems. According to Ric Henderson, VP of Sales at API International, the CleanLine range provides an additional option for projects that necessitate compliance with NSF certification on top of standard material and dimensional specifications. “We already have a strong presence in the waterworks market with a range of AWWA and ANSI/ASME flanges. Now, with CleanLine, we can support a broader scope of drinking-water infrastructure projects,” Henderson noted.

Details of the CleanLine Product Offering

The CleanLine range boasts products that are certified to NSF/ANSI/CAN standards. Specifically, they meet rigorous requirements for health effects concerning drinking water (NSF/ANSI/CAN 61) and lead content (NSF/ANSI/CAN 372). The initial offerings include a variety of flanges designed according to established standards like AWWA C228, ASME B16.5, and ASME B16.47 Series A and B. Configurations available in this range include slip-on, blind, and weld-neck flanges in both raised-face and flat-face designs.

API's CleanLine products are available in dual-grade 304/304L and 316/316L stainless steel, enabling customers to choose options based on their specific water system requirements. The 316/316L steels are particularly well-suited for applications exposed to higher chloride levels or corrosive water environments, ensuring longevity and reliability in challenging conditions.

Notably, all CleanLine products are domestically produced to help meet domestic content rules, including American Iron and Steel (AIS) and Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements.

Importance of NSF Certification

NSF certification is a critical consideration for materials that come into contact with drinking water. The NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 standard specifically evaluates the health-related effects of materials, ensuring that no harmful contaminants or impurities are introduced into the water supply. Meanwhile, NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 focuses on confirming compliance with stringent lead-content requirements, further supporting consumer safety and infrastructure integrity.

It's essential to note that while standard stainless steel components may share similarities with NSF-certified counterparts—such as material grade and dimensional specifications—only those that have completed the rigorous certification process can carry the NSF mark. CleanLine products have successfully undergone this evaluation, empowering API International to offer certified solutions that adhere to health and safety regulations.

Expanding Applications of CleanLine Products

The CleanLine series is positioned to serve a diverse range of applications across municipal drinking water systems, including:

• - Water treatment and filtration plants
• - Booster pump connections
• - Pharmaceutical equipment
• - Food and beverage processing
• - OEM water purification systems

The flanges in the CleanLine range cater to various infrastructure and equipment needs, enhancing API International's ability to support projects beyond traditional waterworks. This includes additional sectors such as food, beverage, and pharmaceutical markets where NSF-certified components are increasingly mandated.

Customization Options Available

API International also understands that different projects might have unique requirements. Therefore, alongside the standard CleanLine offerings, the company is open to reviewing custom flange specifications to explore whether they can also qualify for NSF certification. This flexibility further illustrates API International's commitment to innovation and support within the waterworks sector.

Conclusion

The launch of CleanLine is part of API International's ongoing investment in bolstering its waterworks product lines and addressing the challenges of drinking-water infrastructure across the United States. This new development not only meets customer demands for safety and compliance but also enhances API's standing as a trusted manufacturer in the industry.

For further details on the CleanLine product range or to discuss custom requirements, please visit API International's official site.