Aseptic filling system for milk-based drinks

Ensure sterile bottling of milk-based and sensitive beverages with this system, offering a highly efficient hydrogen peroxide-based sterilization, crucial for preserving product shelf-life without water rinsing.

Sterilizes, Bottles, and Caps Liquid Products

The Whitebloc Aseptic Filling System from GEA is engineered to address the rigorous demands of aseptic bottling for dairy and beverage industries. This system stands out for its hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)-based sterilization technology, providing an efficient solution for preserving the shelf life of sensitive beverages like UHT milk, plant-based milk, and probiotic drinks. It processes up to 48,000 bottles per hour, integrating seamlessly into high-speed production lines with automatic bottle changeover and minimal downtime.

Featuring PLC control and real-time monitoring, the system guarantees sterilization efficiency through its ‘Smart Sensor’ technology, which ensures precise treatment of every bottle. Designed for versatility, it handles both HDPE and PET containers, compatible with varied bottle and cap types. By eliminating the need for water rinsing, it achieves water conservation while maintaining up to 6 log bacteria reduction. The incorporation of VHP (Vaporized Hydrogen Peroxide) for cap and foil sterilization furthers its comprehensive sterilization capabilities. The system is enclosed in a microbiological isolator that maintains hygiene with sterile air overpressure to prevent contamination, ensuring ease of cleaning and maintenance while supporting customization and engineering support tailored to specific production needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances production flexibility with automatic bottle changeover and handling of multiple cap styles.
  • Conserves water by eliminating the need for post-sterilization rinsing.
  • Maintains high hygiene standards with an isolated microbiological zone and sterile air overpressure.
  • Extends operational time without cleaning cycles, offering up to 165 hours of continuous production.
  • Ensures precise sterilization with real-time monitoring to meet stringent microbial reduction requirements.

General


Applications
Beverages,Milk-based drinks,Sensitive beverages,Low acid products,High acid products,Dairy products
End products
Vegetable juices,Milkshakes,Uht milk,Bottled water,Oat milk,Almond milk,Probiotic drinks,Soy milk,Fortified vitamin drinks,Iced tea,Electrolyte drinks,Flavored milk beverages,Fruit juices
Steps before
Bottle Blowing,Air Conveying
Steps after
Filling,Capping,Packaging,Labeling
Input ingredients
HDPE bottles,PET bottles,H2O2 solution,caps,aluminium foil closures
Output ingredients
aseptically filled HDPE bottles,aseptically filled PET bottles,sterilized caps,sterilized aluminium foil closures
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Sterilization Technology
H2O2-based sterilization
Sterilization Efficiency
Up to 6 log reduction
Production Speed
Up to 48,000 bottles/hour
Line Availability
165 hours without intermediate cycles
Residual Peroxide Level
Less than 0.5 ppm
Container Type Compatibility
HDPE and PET
Cap Compatibility
Flat cap / Sports cap / Aluminum foil closures
Changeover Type
Automatic bottle changeover
Cap Sterilization Technology
VHP-based
Temperature Holding System
Dedicated system positioned between blower and treatment carrousel
Microbiological Isolator Type
Enclosed,with sterile air overpressure

Operating Characteristics


Sterilization Technology
H2O2-based
Automation Level
PLC-controlled
Changeover Time
Automatic bottle changeover
Bottle Handling Configuration
Standalone or integrated with blowing machine
Sterilization Efficiency
Less than 0.5 ppm residual peroxide

Material Compatibility


Biological compatibility
Yes
Cleanability
Easy to clean surfaces
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
H2O2 resistant
Density/particle size
Suitable for PET and HDPE bottles
Temperature compatibility
Withstands heat during sterilization

Product type Characteristics


Container type
HDPE / PET
Cap type
Flat / Sport / Foil aluminum
Product type
High/Low acid dairy products

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI/PLC
Integration possibilities
Blow-fill technology integration
Cap size handling
Flat cap to sport cap
Bottle type compatibility
HDPE and PET
Sterilization technology
VHP and H2O2
Foil sterilization
VHP for aluminum foil
Bottle changeover
Automatic