Crane Process Flow Technologies (CPFT) has formed a manufacturing alliance with UK pharmaceutical fabricator, Axium. The alliance recognises Axium as a preferred partner for welding and finishing operations to the CPFT Saunders HC4 range of sanitary and aseptic diaphragm valves. Axium operates from a newly commissioned 930m2 facility that is designed to provide a clean and hygienic environment for the fabrication of high specification stainless-steel components. Axium’s welders hold ASME IX and BS EN287-1 coding, meeting accreditation specified by CPFT.