Batch evaporators for fruit juice and tomato concentration

Achieve high-quality fruit and tomato concentrates while preserving flavors and aromas, thanks to an energy-efficient vacuum evaporation process that integrates seamlessly into your production line.

Concentrates Juices and Purees Under Vacuum

The TF PAN Evaporators from Tropical Food Machinery are cutting-edge vacuum batch evaporators designed to concentrate pulpy juices and purees efficiently while preserving their natural flavors and nutrients. With a steam-heated operation under vacuum conditions, these evaporators maintain low boiling temperatures to enhance the organoleptic quality of the final product. Suitable for the food and beverage industry, including fruit juice, tomato sauce, and confectionery production, they offer production capacities ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 liters of evaporated water per hour.

These semi-automated systems integrate seamlessly into existing production lines, making them an ideal choice for both new and scaling operations. The energy-efficient design minimizes consumption while maintaining high throughput. Constructed with corrosion-resistant materials, the TF PAN Evaporators are built for durability and are easy to clean, accommodating various CIP systems. Available in multiple configurations, they can be tailored to meet specific operational needs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and supporting diverse processing requirements.

Benefits

  • Preserves product quality by maintaining natural flavors and aromas through low-temperature processing.
  • Increases energy efficiency, reducing operational costs with vacuum-assisted steam heating.
  • Easily integrates into existing production lines, enhancing production flexibility and scalability.
  • Handles a wide range of viscosities and product types, expanding your production capabilities.
  • Durable materials ensure long-lasting performance and minimal maintenance downtime.

General


Applications
Jellies,Concentrated juice,Jam,Fruit beverage,Fruit purée,Fruit in pieces or chunks,Sweets,Ketchups,Candies,Tomato sauce,Fruit juice
End products
Organic tomato ketchup,Mixed berry sauce,Passion fruit beverage,Apple jelly,Gourmet fruit chutney,Strawberry jam,Cranberry candy,Raspberry sweets,Apricot preserve,Kiwi fruit chunks,Caramelized pear topping,Orange juice concentrate,Pineapple syrup,Guava nectar,Mango purée
Steps before
Extraction,Juice Preparation,Pulp Removal
Steps after
Aseptic Filling,Blending,Packing
Input ingredients
pulpy juices,fruit juice,tomato
Output ingredients
high viscosity concentrates,sweets,candies,jellies,tomato sauces,ketchups,concentrates
Market info
Tropical Food Machinery is known for manufacturing engineered-to-order (ETO) industrial equipment, specializing in fruit and vegetable processing machinery. They are reputed for innovation, quality, and global service in the food processing industry.

Technical Specifications


Concentration capacity
1.000 l/h up to 10.000 l/h of evaporated water
Sugar concentration
20 – 65 °Brix
Temperature range for boiling
Low temperature (specific value not provided)
System type
Batch under vacuum
Evaporation tank
Steam heated
Customization
Different sizes based on work capacity
Application compatibility
Juice,candy,jellies,sauces

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Vacuum Evaporation
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch
Automation Level
Manual / PLC
Energy Efficiency
Reduced Energy Consumption
Cleaning Method
CIP / Manual
Temperature Control
Low Temperature Boiling
Installation Flexibility
Compatible with Existing Lines
Product Concentration Capacity
1,000 to 10,000 l/h

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Evaporation Tanks
One or more steam heated tanks
Footprint
Compact,customizable based on line capacity
Installation Flexibility
Can be added to pre-existing lines

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touchscreen HMI / Manual
Integration possibilities
Customizable to various lines
Size customization
1.000 – 10.000 l/h capacity
Evaporation tank options
Single or multiple tanks