Automatic cleaning-in-place system for processing equipment

Streamline your cleaning operations with this cutting-edge system, designed to efficiently manage cleaning cycles, reduce water consumption, and ensure precise detergent usage for optimal hygiene in liquid food and beverage processing.

Automates and Optimizes Cleaning Processes

The Tetra Pak® CIP Unit P is an automated cleaning-in-place system tailored for the rigorous demands of food, beverage, and dairy production. It distinguishes itself by utilizing a liquid tracking with virtual imaging system that ensures precise separation and recovery of cleaning agents, minimizing waste and conserving resources. Designed to handle capacities between 6 to 50,000 liters per hour, it supports applications such as milk pasteurization, UHT milk processing, and fruit juice production. The system’s smart operations include flexible dosing and conductivity management, adjustable to fit specific cleaning requirements. Its modular design facilitates seamless integration into existing production lines, optimizing cleaning processes with minimal human intervention. Constructed for continuous operation, the unit enhances production line efficiency by reducing downtime and is engineered for easy maintenance and adaptability, with support from Tetra Pak’s expert engineers for custom cleaning program development.

Benefits

  • Streamlines cleaning operations, reducing production downtime.
  • Optimizes resource use, lowering water and detergent costs.
  • Customizable cleaning protocols enhance flexibility for diverse product lines.
  • Minimizes environmental impact through reduced waste and resource consumption.
  • Facilitates easy integration into existing systems, enhancing operational efficiency.

General


Applications
Food,Beverages,Dairy
End products
Milk pasteurization,Flavored milk production,Uht milk processing,Nectar bottling,Soft drink preparation,Ready-to-drink tea cleaning,Cheese production,Yogurt fermentation cleaning,Plant-based beverage production,Fruit juice processing
Steps before
Filling,Pasteurization
Steps after
Sterilization,Packing
Input ingredients
water,detergent,caustic soda,acid
Output ingredients
clean equipment,waste water,recovered detergent
Market info
Tetra Pak is renowned for providing innovative packaging solutions, specializing in carton packaging for the food and beverage industry. It is esteemed for high-quality, sustainable, and efficient processing and packaging equipment on a global scale.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
6 – 50,000 litres/hr
Pressure lines
1-4
Automation
Advanced Automatic
Cleaning method
CIP
Liquid tracking
Virtual Imaging
Water consumption
Minimized with automation
Cleaning programmes
Fourteen standard,customizable
Dosing system
Flexible,with concentration boost
Conductivity management
Temperature and Conductivity measurement

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Automatic cleaning-in-place system
CIP Principles
Separate cleaning phases with water plug
Automation Level
PLC-controlled with HMI
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch cleaning with customizable programs
Cleaning Method
CIP with caustic,water,and acid phases
Modularity
Simple and modular design for easy installation
Flexibility
Adaptable cleaning programs and dosing system
Energy Efficiency
Economical use of water and detergents
Detergent Use
Conductivity management for concentrate dosing

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Compatible with caustic and acid solutions
Cleanability
Designed for CIP
Temperature Resistance
Handles cleaning phases temperatures
Pressure Resistance
1-4 pressure lines
Biological compatibility
Suitable for food and beverage applications

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Simple and modular design
Control panel type
Standard interface
Discharge method
Pressure lines

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI with virtual imaging
Integration possibilities
Connected to existing cleaning systems
CIP programme management
14 standard,customizable programs
Flexible dosing system
Single use/multiple use with automatic boost
Conductivity management
Automatic temperature and concentration adjustment