Process Systems — Flowtek North America
Process Systems & Bulk Liquid Infrastructure
Industrial process systems engineered for real-world liquid manufacturing. Flowtek designs, fabricates, and integrates bulk storage tank farms, blending and mixing systems, fluid transfer infrastructure, and process skids—matched to your product, your facility, and your production requirements.
Process Infrastructure Engineered for Integration
The upstream process—how bulk liquids are stored, blended, transferred, and routed to the packaging line—determines whether the filling operation runs reliably or not. A well-integrated process system eliminates the supply-side variables that cause downtime, quality drift, and production bottlenecks.
Flowtek designs and installs process systems as integral components of complete packaging operations. Every tank, pump, blending vessel, and skid is specified for the application and engineered into the line—with the utility infrastructure, controls, and commissioning needed to run consistently from day one.
Process Systems We Offer
- Bulk liquid storage tank farms with foundation engineering and secondary containment
- Blending and mixing systems for batch agitation and inline ratio blending
- Process pumps and fluid transfer systems matched to product viscosity and chemistry
- Hose transfer stations for controlled receiving and outbound shipping
- Process skids and pre-assembled manifold systems
- CIP (clean-in-place) systems for hygienic and chemical applications
Need downstream packaging equipment too? Filling Systems → • Capping Systems →
Process System Categories
Each process system category addresses a distinct stage of the liquid manufacturing workflow—from raw material receiving and bulk storage through blending, transfer, and delivery to the packaging line. Understanding how these systems interact is the starting point for every process infrastructure project.
Tank Farms & Bulk Storage
Vertical and horizontal storage tanks in stainless steel or HDPE, engineered for your product chemistry, facility layout, and production throughput. Includes reinforced concrete foundations, code-compliant secondary containment, level monitoring instrumentation, and fluid path routing to downstream blending or filling systems.
- 500 to 80,000+ gallon capacity per project
- Food-grade and chemical-grade material options
- Foundation engineering, containment, and instrumentation included
Blending & Mixing Systems
In-tank agitation and inline ratio blending systems designed for product homogenization, emulsification, and multi-component formulation. Impeller selection, recirculation loop design, proportional dosing, and thermal management—all integrated with upstream storage and downstream filling equipment.
- Batch blending (in-tank) and inline proportional dosing
- Heating and cooling integration for temperature-sensitive products
- Recipe management and CIP compatibility
Pumps & Fluid Transfer
Process pumps, hose transfer stations, and fluid routing systems that move liquid between storage, blending, and packaging with precision and control. Centrifugal, positive displacement, peristaltic, and AODD pump technologies matched to product viscosity, chemistry, temperature, and throughput requirements.
- Pump technology selection based on product and duty cycle
- Hose transfer stations for tanker receiving and shipping
- VFD motor control and flow monitoring integration
Process Skids & Manifolds
Pre-assembled, factory-tested process assemblies that consolidate pumps, valves, instrumentation, and fluid routing into a single installation-ready unit. Reduces field installation time, eliminates on-site fabrication errors, and ensures correct operation at startup. Distribution manifolds for multi-line or multi-product routing.
- Transfer, blending, batching, and CIP skid configurations
- Stainless steel or HDPE piping, fully pressure-tested
- Complete electrical integration with PLC logic and safety interlocks
| System | Function | Key Engineering | Materials | Best Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tank Farms | Bulk liquid receiving, storage, and inventory management | Foundation design, secondary containment, level instrumentation | 304/316L SS, HDPE, carbon steel | Edible oils, chemicals, beverages, personal care base stocks |
| Blending & Mixing | Product homogenization, emulsification, and formulation | Impeller selection, recirculation loops, thermal management | Stainless steel, sanitary fittings | Multi-component formulations, oil blending, chemical batching |
| Pumps & Transfer | Controlled movement of liquid between process stages | Pump sizing, NPSH calculations, VFD integration | Application-specific wetted materials | All liquid manufacturing; technology varies by viscosity and chemistry |
| Skids & Manifolds | Pre-assembled, tested process assemblies | Structural frame, integrated controls, pressure testing | SS or HDPE on welded steel frame | Transfer, blending, CIP, and multi-product distribution |
How We Engineer Process Systems for Your Operation
Process system design is driven by product requirements, facility constraints, regulatory environment, and how the upstream infrastructure connects to the downstream packaging line. Every decision is evaluated in context—not in isolation.
Product Properties
Viscosity, density, temperature sensitivity, chemical compatibility, shear sensitivity, and particulate content determine tank materials, pump technology, and piping architecture throughout the system.
Facility & Site Conditions
Available floor space, ceiling height, outdoor vs. indoor installation, structural load capacity, and utility access points shape system layout, tank sizing, and skid configuration.
Regulatory & Compliance
FDA/NSF material requirements for food-grade operations, NFPA 30 containment for chemical storage, explosion-proof classifications for hazardous locations, and environmental discharge regulations.
Throughput & Expansion
Current production volume, planned capacity growth, number of product SKUs, changeover frequency, and CIP cycle time all determine system sizing and whether modular or fixed architecture is appropriate.
Not sure where to start with your process infrastructure?
Tell us your product, throughput, facility layout, and downstream packaging requirements. We'll identify the right process system architecture and outline an integration path.
Process Systems by Industry
Process infrastructure requirements vary significantly by industry—driven by product chemistry, regulatory environment, throughput demands, and the specific way upstream systems connect to packaging operations.
Edible Oils
Storage, blending & transfer
Large-capacity tank farms with NSF/FDA-compliant stainless steel construction, multi-oil blending systems for recipe consistency, and food-grade fluid paths with CIP capability throughout.
View edible oils integration →Chemicals
Containment, routing & safety
NFPA 30-compliant secondary containment, HDPE and chemical-resistant piping, explosion-proof instrumentation, and AODD pump systems for hazardous product handling.
View chemicals integration →Beverage & Spirits
Hygienic storage & batching
Sanitary tank farms and blending vessels with CIP integration, inline proportional dosing for recipe management, and temperature-controlled transfer to high-speed filling lines.
View beverage integration →Personal Care
Emulsification & formulation
Gentle agitation systems for shear-sensitive emulsions, heated blending vessels for temperature-dependent formulations, and multi-SKU process routing with rapid changeover capability.
View personal care integration →Process Systems Feed the Packaging Line
A packaging line is only as reliable as the process infrastructure behind it. If bulk storage runs out, blending is inconsistent, or transfer pumps can't maintain supply pressure—the filler stops, and so does production.
Flowtek designs process systems as the upstream foundation of complete packaging operations. Tank farms, blending systems, and fluid transfer are engineered to deliver consistent, controlled product supply to the filling station—with the flow characteristics, pressure stability, and changeover capability the line demands.
What We Integrate Upstream of the Filler
- Bulk liquid receiving and tank farm storage
- In-tank blending and inline ratio mixing
- Process pumps sized for filler supply requirements
- Hose transfer stations for tanker receiving and shipping
- Distribution manifolds for multi-line routing
- CIP systems for hygienic and food-grade operations
- Utility distribution: electrical, compressed air, steam, chilled water
Need downstream packaging equipment? Liquid Filling Systems → • Capping → • Labeling →
Ready to engineer your process infrastructure?
Share your product type, storage capacity requirements, blending needs, and downstream packaging setup. We'll design the process system architecture that keeps your line running to spec.