Automated milk standardization unit

Achieve precise in-line standardization of milk components, ensuring optimal quality and environmental efficiency, while minimizing cream giveaway and maximizing profit margins for dairy processes.

Standardizes Milk and Cream Components Efficiently

The Tetra Pak® Standardization Units, including models S2 and S4, are designed for automatic in-line standardization of milk and cream. These units stand out for their ability to precisely standardize fat, protein, total solids, and solids-non-fat content across a variety of dairy applications such as market milk, cheese milk, and cream. Utilizing advanced software and real-time measurements, these units minimize cream giveaway, fostering substantial cost savings and ensuring uniform product quality. With capacities ranging from 5,000 to 75,000 liters per hour, they seamlessly integrate into continuous processing lines, enhancing efficiency and reducing human error. Their robust construction is ideal for dairy producers requiring precise controls and flexible multi-product processing capabilities. Optional SpotOn technology ensures product composition accuracy even during separator discharge phases. These units facilitate quick product changeovers and maintain consistent operation, adding to the versatility crucial for modern dairy processing operations.

Benefits

  • Ensures consistent product quality by delivering precise fat and solids content control.
  • Minimizes cream giveaway, resulting in significant cost savings annually for dairy producers.
  • Integrates seamlessly into existing production lines, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Supports multi-product processing, increasing versatility in product offerings.
  • Reduces human error through continuous in-line monitoring and adjustments.

General


Applications
Cream,Milk products,Milk for fermented products,Powder production,Formulated dairy products,Cheese milk,Flavoured milk,Market milk,Dairy products
End products
Milk protein isolate,Skimmed milk,Yogurt base,Fortified dairy drinks,Flavored chocolate milk,Ice cream base,Evaporated milk,Milk powder,Heavy cream,Butter,Cream cheese spread,Cheddar cheese milk,Whole milk
Steps before
Milk Separation,Pasteurization
Steps after
Filling,Packaging
Input ingredients
milk,cream
Output ingredients
market milk,cream,flavoured milk,milk for fermented products,powder production milk,cheese milk,other milk products
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
5,000 to 75,000 l/h
Automation
Automatic in-line standardization
Accuracy
Fat content precision +/- 0.015%
Component Standardization
Fat,protein,total solids,solids-non-fat
Continuous Product Control
1,200 real-time results per hour
SpotOn Technology
Controlling standardization from pasteurizer's balance tank to final product tank
Precision
Milk fat +/- 0.020%

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Automatic in-line standardization
Process capability
Standardizes fat,protein,total solids,and solids-non-fat
Flow type
Inline Continuous
Software integration
Built-in advanced software for control
Automation level
PLC-controlled with SpotOn technology
Self-cleaning frequency
Every 45 minutes
Product changeover
On-the-fly product change capabilities
Consistency control
Continuous in-line measurement and control

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
High - Designed for CIP
Corrosive resistance
Stainless steel construction
Biological compatibility
Food-grade materials
Abrasion resistance
Not applicable

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Control panel type
Advanced software interface
Discharge method
In-line discharge

Custom Options


Integration possibilities
Multiple ingredient lines
Product control
Continuous,accurate in-line measurement
Software system
Advanced software for precision standardization
SpotOn technology
Automatic adjustment during disturbances