Glossary
Certificate of decontamination
A certificate of decontamination certifies that
the pump (set) has been properly drained to
eliminate any environmental and health
hazards arising from components in contact
with the fluid handled.
Cleaning in place (CIP)
The pump is cleaned with a cleaning agent
while in operation.
Discharge line
The line which is connected to the discharge
nozzle
Hydraulic system
The part of the pump in which the kinetic
energy is converted into pressure energy
Pump
Machine without drive, additional components
or accessories
Pump set
Complete pump set consisting of pump, drive,
additional components and accessories
Steaming in place (SIP)
The pump is sterilised using steam while it is
not running (out of service)
Suction lift line/suction head line
The line which is connected to the suction
nozzle
Glossary
Vitastage
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