Permeate powder spray dryer
In dairy processing, converting cheese whey and milk permeates into valuable powder forms is essential to optimize product yield and reduce waste. Traditional methods often fall short in handling ‘sticky permeates’ effectively and uniformly.
Efficiently produce non-caking permeate powders
The Tetra Pak® Spray Dryer Prolac is specifically designed for the continuous spray drying of food-grade permeate powder derived from various types of cheese whey and milk permeates. This system, developed by Tetra Pak, operates with a capacity of 3-8 tonnes of powder output per hour, depending on product range and permeate flow. Its unique straight tube air distributor ensures low-pressure distribution of drying air, minimizing electricity consumption. Additionally, the system includes swivel adjustable lances for precise process adjustments and enhanced operator safety, a comprehensive crystallization belt for perfect lactose processing, and Tetra Pak® Shaking Bed for superior drying and cooling of delicate products. Ideal for producing high-quality, non-caking, and non-hygroscopic powders, it integrates seamlessly into a full Tetra Pak line solution, including stages of evaporation, crystallization, and powder handling, ensuring optimal results.
Benefits
- High-quality, non-caking powder production
- Minimized electricity consumption
- Enhanced operator safety with swivel adjustable lances
- Effective handling of 'sticky permeates'
- Integration with full Tetra Pak line for optimal results