Sugar & Ethanol

The sugar and ethanol industry faces challenging production conditions that require maximum reliability from valves, actuators and control technology. Bray Controls supplies high-quality butterfly valves, knife gate valves and control valves, designed to perform efficiently in harsh conditions such as steam, chemical processes, viscous liquids and abrasive slurries. Thanks to our innovative valve technologies and automation solutions, we maximise uptime, safety and process optimisation in sugar and ethanol production facilities.

Why choose Bray Controls in the sugar and ethanol industry?

✔ Durable valves with a long service life, resistant to abrasive media
✔ Maximum uptime and reliability for uninterrupted production
✔ Zero-leakage butterfly valves for applications such as steam and condensate
✔ Specially designed knife gate valves for sugar crystals and solids
✔ Efficient automation solutions for advanced process control

Optimal performance in sugar refining and ethanol production

The sugar industry operates 365 days a year, which means downtime must be kept to a minimum. That is why Bray Controls develops valve solutions that ensure:

High reliability and long service life, even in aggressive production environments
Efficient steam and temperature control for evaporation and crystallisation processes
Fast and accurate flow control to guarantee production quality
Minimal maintenance costs thanks to robust and low-maintenance designs

Our valves and actuators are optimised for the entire sugar production process, from juice extraction and filtration to crystallisation and refining.

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Bray's valve solutions for sugar processing

High-quality butterfly valves for sugar refining

Bray Controls' high-quality butterfly valves are designed for reliable performance and zero leakage in applications such as juice systems, vacuum pans and centrifuges. Our valves are resistant to:

Abrasive slurries and muddy liquids
High temperatures and condensate isolation
Chemical and steam processes in the sugar industry

With a maintenance-friendly design and cost-efficient automation, Bray Controls butterfly valves ensure minimal downtime and maximum productivity.

Knife gate valves for challenging sugar industry applications

Sugar refining requires robust knife gate valves that can withstand the adhesion of sugar crystals and solids. Bray Controls offers innovative designs with:

Flush ports to prevent media build-up in crystallisers and receivers
Deflection cones to divert sugar crystals away from the seat
Zero leakage and high durability for longer valve life

These technologies extend valve life and reduce downtime due to maintenance.

Bray's control valves for sugar refining

Our Series S19/S19L control valves are ideal for precise flow control in abrasive slurry applications. Features of these valves include:

Drive-train protection to prevent clogging and wear
Self-cleaning seal and segment design for maximum flow
Wear-resistant coated parts for use at high speeds and with abrasive media
Maintenance-friendly design with minimal spare parts

In addition, Bray Controls offers a wide range of V-ball control valves, including flanged, threaded and socket-weld options, suitable for water, steam and other supporting processes in the sugar industry.

Automation solutions for sugar mills and ethanol production

Maximum efficiency with advanced valve automation

Bray Controls is a leader in valve automation, offering a complete range of actuators, positioners, sensors and smart control technologies.

Our automation solutions include:

Electric and hydraulic actuators with Ethernet plug-and-play integration
IIoT-compatible sensors and intelligent positioners for real-time monitoring
Fast and reliable switching for an optimised production process
Energy-saving solutions to reduce operating costs

Thanks to our expertise in industrial valve automation, customers worldwide rely on Bray Controls solutions to minimise downtime and maximise productivity.

Certified and reliable valve solutions

Bray Controls guarantees the highest quality standards and offers globally recognised certifications, including:

✅ Lloyd's Register – Internationally recognised quality standard
✅ UL and ABS certification – Reliability in demanding industrial environments
✅ Zero-leakage performance – For critical applications in sugar refining and ethanol production

Contact us for advanced valve solutions

Are you looking for reliable valves, actuators and automation solutions for your sugar or ethanol production facility? Bray Controls offers customised, high-quality solutions that meet the highest industrial standards.

Contact us today and discover how we can make your sugar refining and ethanol production processes more efficient and reliable.