ClogBuster: An Advanced, Automated CIP Enhancement System Integrating Nanobubble Technology and Slug Flow Dynamics
Year: 2025
Type: preprint
Abstract: Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) is a non-negotiable process for ensuring hygiene and safety in the modern dairy industry. However, conventional CIP systems are often inefficient against persistent fouling and resilient microbial biofilms, leading to significant consumption of water, chemicals, and energy, as well as posing risks of production downtime. This paper presents a comprehensive design, theoretical analysis, and implementation framework for "ClogBuster," a novel CIP enhancement system. This system synergistically integrates three core technologies: (1) the advanced physicochemical action of oxygen (O₂) and ozone (O₃) nanobubbles for penetrating and oxidizing organic matrices; (2) the powerful mechanical scouring force of a controlled two-phase slug flow; and (3) the intelligent process control of an ABB System 800xA automation platform. The ClogBuster is designed to function as a highly effective pre-treatment stage, ensuring complete surface wetting, deep biofilm disruption, and potent antimicrobial action. The ABB System 800xA platform provides continuous, real-time monitoring and dynamic optimization of all critical parameters, ensuring maximum cleaning efficacy with minimal resource usage. This paper provides an indepth analysis of the system's architecture, the scientific principles of its components, a comparative performance review, a detailed economic impact assessment, and a roadmap for future development. The findings indicate that the ClogBuster system represents a paradigm shift towards a more effective, sustainable, and economically viable solution for sanitation in the dairy processing industry.
DOI: 10.31224/5339
Authors: Shyam Sundar, Theertha VK, Sidharth Manjith, Riya Farhan, Sayooj KS, Ani Poulose E
Institution: Government Engineering College Thrissur
Language: English
Topic: Fluid Dynamics and Mixing
Subfield: Biomedical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
OpenAlex ID: W4414157172