Bolondi BIFV020-400 Rotary Jet Tank Cleaning Head
Compact, high-impact 5,800 PSI rotary cleaner for confined vessels
- The Bolondi BIFV020-400 is a compact, high-pressure rotary jet cleaning head engineered in
Reggio Emilia, Italy for process operators who need maximum cleaning force inside tight, restricted tank
geometries. - Rated to 5,800 PSI (400 bar), this stainless steel unit uses a water-driven turbine to rotate
its spray arms, projecting high-velocity, focused jets in a full 360° coverage pattern. - The compact form factor allows insertion through small manways and nozzles while still delivering the impact
normally associated with much larger tank-cleaning systems. - Ideal for chemical reactors, paint tanks, adhesive mixers, storage drums, IBC totes, and vertical vessels where
access is limited and contamination is heavy or baked-on. - By replacing manual scraping, static spray balls, and flood rinses with controlled rotary jets, the BIFV020-400
turns tank cleaning into a repeatable, measurable process step instead of a downtime penalty.
What this means for your operation
Throughput, safety, and consistency gains
- Time efficiency: High-impact rotary jets accelerate CIP and wash cycles, reducing tank
turnaround time between batches or product changes. - Operator safety: Automated internal cleaning minimizes or eliminates confined-space entry,
reducing exposure to chemicals, vapors, and fall hazards. - Coverage assurance: Full 360° rotation ensures that the spray pattern
reaches domed roofs, sidewalls, corners, and difficult-to-access transitions with minimal shadowing. - Cleaning power: Concentrated jets at up to 5,800 PSI remove hardened coatings, cured product
residues, scale, and adhesive films that defeat low-pressure spray systems. - Resource savings: Targeted, high-energy impact allows shorter cycle times and reduced water
and detergent consumption compared to open flooding or manual washdown. - Repeatable results: Once flow, pressure, and cycle time are set, the BIFV020-400 delivers
consistent cleaning outcomes from shift to shift and batch to batch.
Performance specs (quick reference)
Operating envelope and cleaning behavior
- Maximum pressure: 5,800 PSI (400 bar) when used with correctly rated pumps and hoses.
- Spray coverage: full 360° interior rotation for tank and vessel cleaning.
- Drive mechanism: internal water-powered turbine; no external motor or gearbox required.
- Construction: stainless steel body and arms for chemical and corrosion resistance.
- Cleaning function: dense, rotating jets deliver mechanical impact plus hydraulic flushing to
remove cured coatings, chemical scale, oils, adhesives, and heavy grease. - Target vessel types: small to medium tanks, reactors, vertical vessels, drums, and enclosed
process containers used in batch or continuous production. - Typical duty: integrated into fixed CIP loops, mobile wash skids, and dedicated tank cleaning
stations.
BIFV020-400 Build and materials (made to last)
Stainless construction for aggressive environments
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel body withstands contact with many process chemicals,
cleaning agents, and washdown solutions used in industrial tank service. - High-precision internal turbine components are engineered for smooth, balanced rotation to prevent stalling and
uneven coverage. - Reinforced seals and bearings are selected for high-pressure, high-duty cycles, supporting long service intervals
under continuous plant operation. - Compact housing and arm geometry allow installation through relatively small ports while still maintaining jet
stand-off distances needed for impact. - Designed to operate in environments with elevated temperature, chemical exposure, and frequent CIP or wash cycles.
- Simple, robust internal architecture keeps the number of wear components low, making inspection and rebuilds
straightforward for maintenance teams.
Benefits and differentiators
Why specify the BIFV020-400
- Extreme power in tight spaces: delivers 400-bar cleaning performance in vessels where larger
rotary heads physically cannot be installed. - Automation-ready design: integrates cleanly with automated CIP sequences, recipe control, and
batch documentation. - Reduced manual labor: minimizes hand lancing, brushing, and confined-space entry, freeing
skilled operators for higher-value tasks. - Balanced operation: precision machining limits vibration and side loading on tank nozzles and
support hardware. - Full 360° coverage: continuous rotation significantly reduces unwashed “shadow” areas
compared to fixed spray balls or single-direction lances. - Predictable supply chain: typically supplied on a made-to-order basis, with air freight or
standard cargo options to match project timelines.
Industries and applications
BIFV020-400 Bolondi Rotary Tank Head | 5800 PSI
- Oil and gas: cleaning chemical tanks, separation vessels, slop tanks, and storage drums
contaminated with heavy hydrocarbons and solids. - Coatings and paints: removal of cured paints, resins, pigments, and adhesive residues from
mixers, kettles, and day tanks. - Chemical manufacturing: neutralization and washout of aggressive compounds between campaigns
or product changes. - Pharmaceutical and biotech: cleaning compact reactors and vessels where consistent, verifiable
coverage is required as part of GMP practices. - Food and beverage (special duty): high-challenge applications such as oils, syrups, and
sticky residues where conventional low-pressure CIP struggles. - General industrial processing: adhesive blending, ink production, specialty chemicals, and
similar high-fouling services.
Integration, setup, and maintenance
How to deploy and keep BIFV020-400 running
- Install through an appropriately sized tank port, sanitary ferrule, or dedicated cleaning lance connection with
correct mechanical support. - Connect to a high-pressure pumping system capable of supplying the required flow and up to 5,800 PSI
at the nozzle while respecting all component ratings. - Verify free rotation at low pressure before ramping to full operating pressure; confirm that the rotation pattern
provides complete internal coverage. - After chemical or detergent cycles, flush with clean water to remove residual product and cleaning agents from the
internal turbine and jets. - Incorporate periodic inspection of turbine bearings, seals, and jet orifices into the plant’s preventive
maintenance schedule. - Store the cleaning head in a clean, dry location or dedicated fixture when not installed to avoid accidental damage
to arms, jets, and connection threads.
BIFV020-400 Bolondi Rotary Tank Head | 5800 PSI
Standard supply scope
- Bolondi BIFV020-400 stainless steel rotary tank-cleaning head, factory assembled and tested.
- Standard threaded process connection suitable for integration into CIP manifolds or dedicated wash lines.
- Basic installation, operation, and maintenance guidance to support commissioning and ongoing service.





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