Apple Juice Plant Sterilization, Clarification & Concentration Equipment

After-sales Service: Engineer on-Site Guide /Remote Guide by Video
Warranty: 2 Years
Customized: Customized

Product Description

🔵 Basic Information

Certification:
CE
Scale:
Medium
Automation:
Automatic
Structure:
Membrane Filtration
Operation:
Continuous
Energy:
Cold Sterilization
Property:
Physical Sterilization
Type:
Membrane Separation
Origin:
China
Specification:
5000mm*2200mm*3000mm

🚀 Core Advantages

Plant Sterilization Core Advantages

📋 Product Overview

The Apple Juice Plant Sterilization, Clarification & Concentration Equipment is an integrated high-efficiency processing equipment designed for fruit juice deep processing. It integrates three core functions: impurity removal, sterilization, and concentration. Utilizing advanced membrane separation and low-temperature technology, it retains natural flavors, vitamins, and active ingredients while meeting global food safety standards such as FDA and EU regulations.

⚙️ Working Principle

The system adopts a "membrane separation + low-temperature concentration" combined process, ensuring seamless clarification and sterilization without chemical additives.
1.
Pretreatment Stage: Fresh juice is filtered through a 5-10μm precision pre-filter to remove large-particle impurities, protecting subsequent membrane elements.
2.
Clarification & Sterilization: Uses Ultrafiltration (UF) or Microfiltration (MF) membranes to intercept colloids, fine pulp, and microorganisms (E. coli, yeasts, molds) with a sterilization rate of ≥99.99% at room temperature.
3.
Concentration: Nanofiltration (NF) membrane pre-concentration followed by Vacuum Low-Temperature Final Concentration (40–60℃) to reach 65%–70% soluble solids while reducing energy consumption by 30%–50%.

🛠️ Core Components

Component Unit Core Equipment Function
Pretreatment Unit 5-10μm precision filter, buffer tank, feed pump Remove large particles, stabilize feed flow
Clarification & Sterilization UF/MF membrane module (PVDF/PES), circulation pump High-precision impurity removal at room temperature
Concentration Unit NF membrane module, vacuum concentrator, heat exchanger Retain active ingredients, improve efficiency
Control Unit PLC automatic control, online monitors Automate parameters, ensure stable quality
Cleaning Unit CIP (Clean-in-Place) online system Regular cleaning to extend membrane life

📊 Technical Parameters

Parameter Category Specification Range
Processing Capacity 50–10,000 Kg/h
Clarification Membrane UF/MF (0.1–1 μm; 10,000–50,000 Da)
Concentration Membrane NF (0.8–1.5 MPa)
Concentration Temperature 40–60℃
Final Soluble Solid 65%–70°Bx
Sterilization Rate ≥99.99%
Materials 304/316L stainless steel, Food-grade PVDF

🌟 Application Scenarios

Fresh Fruit Juice Processing
Tropical Fruit Processing
• Fresh Fruit Juice: Clarification and sterilization for NFC orange, apple, and pear juice.
• Tropical Fruit Juice: Concentration for mango, dragon fruit, and passion fruit.
Functional Drink Processing
Beverage Base Production
• Functional Drinks: Concentration of wolfberry, seabuckthorn, and blueberry juice.
• Beverage Bases: High-concentration juice for bottled drinks, jams, and fruit wines.

💎 Expertise and Services

Water Treatment Solutions
With over 20 years of experience in specialized manufacturing, we provide certified water treatment and juice processing solutions including:
  • ✅ Customized package design supported by AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
  • ✅ Comprehensive after-sales: On-site inspection and system refurbishment.
  • ✅ Global compliance with ISO 9001, 14001, and 18001 standards.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does membrane sterilization differ from traditional heat sterilization?
A: Membrane sterilization is a physical process conducted at room temperature. Unlike heat treatment, it prevents thermal damage, preserving the natural flavor, color, and vitamins of the juice.
Q2: What is the maximum concentration level the equipment can achieve?
A: The system can typically achieve a final soluble solid content of 65%–70°Bx, though this can be customized based on specific product requirements.
Q3: Does the system require chemical additives for clarification?
A: No, the clarification process is purely physical, using ultrafiltration or microfiltration membranes to remove impurities and microorganisms.
Q4: How much energy can be saved with this system?
A: By combining membrane pre-concentration with vacuum low-temperature concentration, the system reduces energy consumption by 30% to 50% compared to traditional thermal concentration methods.
Q5: Is the equipment easy to clean and maintain?
A: Yes, the system includes a CIP (Clean-in-Place) online cleaning unit that allows for automated cleaning of membrane modules and pipelines to prevent fouling.
Q6: What materials are used in the construction of the equipment?
A: All materials in contact with the juice are made from 304/316L stainless steel and food-grade PVDF, ensuring full compliance with FDA and international safety standards.

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