FDA-approved plastic tubing for the food and pharmaceutical industries

Why compromise by using plastic hoses that are not food-grade when product safety, hygiene and process stability are at stake?

Our food-grade, FDA-approved plastic hoses and hose systems made from PU and PVC include extruded, thick-walled, thermally insulated, pressure-reinforced and coated fabric hoses, spiral hoses and pneumatic hoses, and impress with their high durability, resilience and flexibility for clean production and filling processes in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. PFA, FEP and PTFE hoses, as well as suitable bespoke solutions including secure connection technology, also offer the highest levels of purity, chemical resistance, temperature stability and strong mechanical properties in specific applications.

Food-grade hoses and connection technology for modern vending machines and beverage systems

Whether for conveying tablet dust, in tablet compression or in capsule filling machines: our FDA-compliant plastic hoses ensure reliable and process-safe operations. We have the right hose solution for a wide variety of applications and specialised processes. In the traditional pharmaceutical industry, the primary focus for hoses is on durability and operational reliability – they must reliably handle chemicals and powders whilst improving
maintenance and system availability. 

Smoothe Conveyor Technology for Water and Fish – designed to meet the highest standards in aquaculture

The smoothe Masterflex FDA-approved plastic hose for water and fish from the Master-PUR Fishtec product range has been specially developed for demanding applications in offshore aquaculture, fish farming and fish processing. Its seamless inner liner enables particularly gentle, low-friction transport at high flow rates – hygienic, durable and reliable. Thanks to its high abrasion resistance, excellent flexibility and resistance to microbes, hydrolysis and stress cracking, it performs reliably even under harsh operating conditions.
 

Ready for sensitive pharmaceutical processes

Worst-case scenarios and leaks must not be an option in pharmaceutical processes. When manufacturing liquid medicines and veterinary medicines, our FDA-compliant plastic hoses enable the hygienic, sterile and safe transport and transfer of media. In day-to-day pharmaceutical operations, one thing matters above all else: specialised processes must function reliably and in compliance with regulations. The hose should not draw attention to itself, but simply do its job safely. To ensure that research, development and production run smoothly, these unassuming Masterflex Group connections incorporate genuine high-tech systems.

Which Masterflex hose solution ensures the safety of sensitive processes in vaccine production?

We’d be happy to look into this in detail with you! Our FDA-compliant plastic hoses ensure the safe and hygienic transfer of sensitive media. In the pharmaceutical industry, FDA-compliant plastic hoses or customised high-tech hose systems are used for the safe, hygienic and gentle transport of liquids, auxiliary media and sensitive substances in critical processes such as filling, dosing, filtration and storage. Purity, chemical resistance, sterilisability and compliance with legal regulations are particularly crucial for ensuring product quality and process safety.
 

FDA-approved plastic hoses for the food and pharmaceutical industries – this is why OEMs, buyers and distributors prefer our hose solutions and services

Whether for dairy processing, capsule conveyance or powder transport: Masterflex Group develops innovative, high-tech and FDA-compliant hose systems such as the new Master-PUR DualFlow Food. This solution impresses with its maximum hygiene performance and outstanding flow characteristics for demanding media transport – made possible by an innovative, smooth inner tube and a thermoplastic lining available in a variety of materials. Our customers receive the top quality they demand and have been choosing our technological leadership and passion for hoses for over 35 years. 

Coffee and energy drinks? Food-grade hose technology for modern vending machines and beverage systems

The aroma of coffee in your nose, or perhaps a can of energy drink in your hand? Whether in fully automatic coffee machines or professional hot and cold beverage systems: high-quality hoses made from PTFE, FEP or PFA ensure the safe and flavour-neutral delivery of hot water and other fluids. Thanks to their high temperature resistance, excellent chemical resistance and precise mouldability, they are ideally suited to tight installation spaces in consumer and professional appliances. This is why technical distributors and OEMs rely on the high-performance food-grade hoses from the Masterfkex Group.
 

Production peripherals: FDA-compliant plastic hoses & assemblies for RPA 

Whether in filling plants, packaging lines or automated handling processes: our FDA-approved hoses for the automated food industry ensure precise and hygienic conveying and control processes. Food-grade hoses such as the Master-Tube PUR 98 A Food or compliant PFA, PTFE or UHMWPE solutions impress with their flexibility, durability and reliable performance, even during dynamic movements and with tight bend radii. This enables liquids, air and sensitive media to be precisely controlled, whilst product quality, process reliability and efficiency remain consistently high. For manufacturers, this means high-performance hose systems that support automation and robotics in sensitive applications.
 

FDA-approved plastic tubing for clean, reliable and cost-effective manufacturing processes

Whether it’s lemonade, syrup, honey, herbal blends or medicines – ultimately, it always comes down to the same thing: the hose mustn’t cause any problems! Our FDA-approved plastic hoses for the food and pharmaceutical industries offer hygienic, robust and compliant solutions for filling systems, production lines and demanding conveying processes. This helps you avoid contamination, ensure quality and keep your processes running cost-effectively. Have you sent your product enquiry yet? 

We’d be happy to advise you.  

What flows, trickles or pours through our FDA-compliant hoses? All sorts of things! Here’s a bit of inspiration:

gummy bears, medicines, frozen food, cheese scraps, yoghurt, whey powder, cocoa nibs / cocoa nuts, silo discharge, muesli, grains, granules, honey, sticky desserts, syrup, juices, beers, herb blends, vegetables, crisps, energy drink powders, tea blends, baking mixes, flours, powders, essential oils, other ingredients, tablets, pills, capsules, veterinary medicines and much more.
 

The highest standards, precision connection technology and bespoke solutions for the food and pharmaceutical industries

With APT, Novoplast Schlauchtechnik and Masterflex, this German group of companies – a world leader in the hose manufacturing and supply sector – combines comprehensive expertise in the fields of FDA-approved plastic hoses, food-grade hoses, pharmaceutical hoses and technically sophisticated connection systems. This means you benefit from sound advice, in-depth material expertise and application-specific solutions, as well as bespoke developments – all from a single source! Why not seek expert advice yourself?
 

Technical information on our hose solutions is available online

In the field of FDA-approved plastic hoses for the food and pharmaceutical industries, design, material selection and manufacturing quality are crucial. Many hose systems for hygienic applications are based on extruded or profile-extruded designs, which are engineered for durability, resilience and flexibility. Technical details and key specifications can be found in the relevant online data sheets and tables. Don’t miss out!

Safe hose assemblies and systems reduce your assembly workload 

Our range of services goes beyond FDA-compliant hoses for pharmaceutical and food applications. On request, we can support you with engineering services as well as pre-assembled, customised hose sets and assemblies – developed to fit perfectly and ready for use. This allows you to reduce assembly time, save valuable resources and speed up your processes.
 

With Teflon™ Diamond – bespoke fluoropolymer solutions for high-end applications

APT, based in Düsseldorf, develops bespoke high-purity fluoropolymer solutions for applications where durability, safety and the highest precision are essential. Certified materials, high-purity substances and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes ensure uncompromising quality – as confirmed, amongst other things, by the Teflon™ Diamond seal of quality. Thanks to efficient processes, short lead times and technical support, APT delivers reliable, FDA-compliant tubing solutions ranging from standard products to complex bespoke designs.

The perfect combination of hose and connection technology

Many food and pharmaceutical processes involve critical interfaces – with a correspondingly high risk of costly downtime, media loss and contamination. This makes it all the more important not only to choose the right hose, but also the correct connection technology. At Masterflex Group, we combine both to create a well-designed hose system. Depending on the application, we combine our hoses with connectors and coupling elements such as Combiflex PU threaded sockets, clamps, sleeves or flanges – either screwed on or directly moulded. For fine, flexible tubes, we also offer precisely fitting stainless steel connectors for precise, hygienic and secure connections.

Pure Performance for Sensitive Processes – Tailored to Your Process

Quite simply, engineered for hygiene! Clean production is essential, particularly when manufacturing and filling products that are consumed or applied to the body. That is why hygienic equipment, suitable materials and a safe process design are crucial. FDA-compliant hoses made from PU and PVC play a key role here, as they have been developed for sensitive media and meet high standards of safety, purity and durability. The specific application determines whether PU, PVC, PFA, FEP or other materials are used.

Customised hoses, connectors, bespoke solutions and engineering services from the Masterflex Group in Germany and around the world