Vessels designed for sanitary service are almost always cleaned in place and/or sterilized in place by a combination of heat, and the circulation of chemicals over all of the surfaces to be cleaned. Crevices, pockets, threads, and non-draining surfaces must be avoided. There are numerous types of sprayballs and spray heads designed for the cleaning of
Mixers are commonly used in sanitary vessels to aid in heat transfer, mix ingredients, or alter the product in other ways, such as gas dispersion or emulsification. Agitation is a separate discussion, however the geometry of a tank designed for mixing is important
Passivation is a process whereby the free iron is removed and a beneficial oxidation layer or film is formed on the surface of the metal. Passivation is a combination of both