Industrial Washdown Stations for Processing and Manufacturing
An industrial washdown station, also commonly referred to as a hose station or mixing station, provides a controlled water stream for cleaning equipment, tanks, floors, walls, and other surfaces.
These stations can deliver the high-temperature, high-pressure water required to remove product residue and other contaminants, helping prevent cross-contamination and supporting facility sanitation requirements.
Depending on available plant utilities, washdown stations can mix steam and cold water, combine hot and cold water, or supply a single hot or cold water stream at the point of use.
Common Washdown Challenges in Industrial Facilities
Washdown equipment is exposed to frequent use, mineral deposits, and demanding plant conditions.
Conventional mixing stations that rely on pressure-balancing designs and multiple moving components can be affected by mineral deposits and scale buildup. Over time, this can increase maintenance requirements, service time, and the potential for washdown equipment downtime.
ThermOmegaTech® washdown stations combine application-specific configurations with serviceable designs that reduce maintenance burden and provide reliable water delivery.
Industrial Washdown Station Options
STVM® Steam & Water Washdown Station
This steam and water mixing station combines plant steam and cold water to provide hot water at a user-set temperature. Its self-scouring Venturi design helps minimize mineral buildup, while a replaceable cartridge assembly supports in-line preventive maintenance with less service disruption.
Washdown Hoses, Guns, and Accessories
ThermOmegaTech® also supplies components to support water delivery, organized equipment storage, and routine maintenance.
- Washdown hoses
- Brass and stainless-steel washdown guns
- Washdown station enclosures
- STVM® replacement cartridge assemblies
HCX Hot & Cold Water Washdown Station
For facilities without steam, this hot water washdown station mixes available hot and cold water to provide a controlled washdown supply.
HCS Single Channel Water Washdown Station
This washdown hose station provides a dedicated hot or cold water supply where mixing is not required.
Where Industrial Washdown Stations Are Used
- Food & Beverage Processing – Food plants, dairy facilities, breweries, and wineries where washdown helps remove product residue and contaminants from processing equipment and production areas.
- Chemical Processing – Chemical and petrochemical facilities requiring routine cleaning of process areas and equipment.
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing – Production environments where equipment and facility surfaces require controlled cleaning procedures.
- Other Industrial Manufacturing – Equipment, tanks, floors, walls, and other surfaces requiring routine cleaning and maintenance.
Washdown Stations & Accessories
Need Help Selecting a Washdown Solution?
Washdown station selection depends on available steam and water utilities, required temperature and pressure, and hose or accessory needs.
ThermOmegaTech® distributors can help determine the appropriate station and configuration for your application.