Fox Global—a proud family-owned and Australian-owned and operated business—continues to support industries across the country with high-performance, engineered valve solutions. Our latest shipment includes two MK50HP-50-BZ-W 50mm (2″) Jordan MK50HP Back Pressure Regulators destined for a major Australian food processing facility, where they will play a critical role in maintaining safe, stable, and efficient control of process hot water and steam.
This article explores the units supplied, their purpose in the processing line, why the Jordan MK50HP design is trusted across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and energy sectors, and how Fox Global delivers complete, end-to-end valve solutions for operations of every size.
1. Overview of the Equipment: Jordan MK50HP-50-BZ-W
The two regulators shipped are specified as:
- 2 × MK50HP-50-BZ-W
- 50mm (2″) Jordan MK50HP Back Pressure Regulators
- Bronze Body
- Stainless Steel Trim
- Cv30 SS/Jorcote Seats
- Pressure Range: 689–2,206 kPag
- Jorlon Diaphragm
- 50mm BSPT Connections
These regulators belong to Jordan Valve’s widely respected MK50HP line—engineered for high-pressure, high-temperature industrial service. Their combination of bronze construction and stainless-steel trim delivers excellent resistance to wear, corrosion, and thermal cycling. The Jorlon diaphragm ensures long-term reliability, extended lifespan, and stable response characteristics even under challenging operating environments.
2. What Is a Back Pressure Regulator?
A back pressure regulator (BPR) is a specialty valve designed to:
- Maintain an upstream pressure at a set point
- Open as required to relieve excess pressure
- Protect equipment, instrumentation, and process quality
- Provide consistent flow and temperature stability
In food and beverage production—where hygiene, repeatability, temperature uniformity, and safety are paramount—back pressure control becomes essential. Hot water and steam lines in particular must balance pressure accurately to ensure:
- Stable process temperatures
- Preventing over-pressure incidents
- Maintaining consistent cooking, cleaning, sanitising, or heating functions
- Protecting pumps, heat exchangers, and boilers
- Reducing energy waste
The MK50HP series is engineered specifically for these kinds of upstream pressure control applications, especially where high temperature media (like steam) and variable load conditions are present.
3. Application: Process Hot Water / Steam Control in a Food Processing Line
The receiving facility required a solution capable of maintaining tight upstream pressure control on a process water and steam line feeding a hygienic, high-speed production system. Consistent steam pressure means consistent energy transfer—which translates directly to product quality, throughput, and compliance with regulatory temperature guidelines.
The two MK50HP-50-BZ-W units will be installed to:
- Stabilise steam pressure feeding a thermal processing loop
- Protect upstream pumping and heating equipment
- Provide uniform operating conditions despite high pressure fluctuations
- Withstand continuous exposure to hot, clean, sanitised water and steam
- Minimise downtime by ensuring long-term reliability of pressure control
The Jorlon diaphragm, Jorcote seating, and stainless-steel internals are ideal for food-grade environments due to their resistance to erosion, stress cracking, and thermal shock.
4. Why the Jordan MK50HP Is the Right Choice
A. High-Performance Diaphragm Design
The MK50HP uses Jordan’s advanced diaphragm and sliding gate control system. Unlike traditional globe-style regulators, the sliding gate design significantly reduces:
- Operating friction
- Wear on moving parts
- Hysteresis (lag)
- Maintenance requirements
The result is better accuracy, lower lifecycle cost, and superior valve longevity.
B. Jorlon Diaphragm: Built for High Temperature & Tough Use
Jorlon is an engineered polymer developed for extreme service environments. It offers:
- High temperature resistance
- Chemical compatibility
- Smooth, consistent actuation
- Extended operational life
This makes the MK50HP a preferred solution in food, beverage, dairy, brewery, and pharmaceutical steam systems.
C. Stainless-Steel Trim and Jorcote Seats
These features improve internal durability and eliminate the common wear issues associated with standard metal seats—especially under the erosive impact of high-velocity steam.
D. Cv30 Flow Capacity
The Cv30 rating provides ample flow capability for medium-to-large process circuits, ensuring both responsiveness and efficiency.
5. Fox Global’s Role: Complete Valve Solutions, End-to-End
At Fox Global, we specialise in providing complete valve solutions for industrial plants of all sizes—from small family-owned manufacturers through to some of Australia’s largest industrial producers.
We supply:
- Pressure regulators
- Control valves
- Safety relief valves
- Actuation systems
- Isolation valves
- Steam and condensate equipment
- Custom assemblies
- Turnkey valve packages
- Specialist technical support
As a family-owned and Australian-owned and operated company, we understand the value of reliability, local expertise, fast communication, and real technical support. Our customers count on us for:
- Rapid response
- Accurate sizing and specification
- High-quality products
- Competitive pricing
- On-time deliveries
- Industry-leading after-sales support
No application is too big or too small. Whether you’re upgrading a single line or designing a full plant, we can help.
6. Supporting Australian Food Manufacturing
Australia’s food processing sector faces rising pressures including:
- Higher energy costs
- Stricter hygiene standards
- Demand for consistent product quality
- Tight deadlines and production windows
- The need to minimise downtime
These challenges make reliability and precision critical—especially in thermal processing, sterilisation, CIP/SIP operations, and steam distribution networks.
Jordan Valve products, installed and supported by Fox Global, help ensure:
- Accurate control
- Stable temperatures
- Reduced maintenance
- Longer equipment life
- Improved energy efficiency
By partnering with trust-worthy brands and industry experts, Australian manufacturers can operate more efficiently and more competitively.
7. Datasheet for the Jordan MK50HP
For engineers, maintenance managers, and designers who require detailed specifications, performance curves, materials of construction, and installation guidelines:
👉 Click here for the datasheet
8. Need Valve Solutions? Talk to the Experts.
Fox Global is here to help with all technical, engineering, and procurement needs relating to:
- Pressure regulation
- Steam control
- Hot water and thermal systems
- Hygienic, food-grade valve requirements
- Industrial valve packages
Whether you need a single valve or a full engineered system, our team is ready to support you.
📞 Call Fox Global: 1300 852 795
📧 Email: sales@foxglobal.com.au
About Fox Global
Fox Global is a family-owned, Australian-owned and operated company supplying industrial valves, controls, steam equipment, and process solutions nationwide. With decades of experience and a commitment to quality, we are trusted across food processing, energy, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, manufacturing, and water industries.
Conclusion
The shipment of two MK50HP-50-BZ-W back pressure regulators to a leading food processing facility demonstrates Fox Global’s ongoing commitment to supporting Australian industry with durable, high-performance, precision-engineered valve solutions.
Engineered for demanding environments and backed by expertise from a trusted Australian family business, these units will ensure stable pressure control, improved process efficiency, and long-term operational reliability.
For more information on our valve range or to discuss your application, contact the Fox Global team today.
📞 1300 852 795
📧 sales@foxglobal.com.au
