Cottage cheese draining and washing unit
In cottage cheese production, efficient handling of curd is essential to maintain product quality and reduce waste. This involves precise whey removal, washing, and cooling, all while avoiding curd damage.
Efficiently drain, wash, and cool cottage cheese curd
The Tetra Pak® Drainer Washer 2 is a specialized unit designed to handle cottage cheese curd. It integrates whey removal, curd washing, and cooling in one continuous operation, offering advantages over traditional systems such as reduced water consumption and minimized curd damage. The draining belt, made of woven polypropylene, ensures all water is drained while retaining curd particles. A wide, kite-shaped steel plate inlet design ensures even distribution of curd across the belt. The curd washing system uses cold water nozzles to wash away whey and lactic acid without damaging the curd. Two-step cooling, involving water sprays and a buffer tank, eliminates the need for mechanical mixing and keeps curd intact. One Tetra Pak Drainer Washer can serve up to eight cottage cheese vats, making it a cost-effective solution for increasing line capacity. Tetra Pak’s expertise in dairy processing guarantees consistent and high-quality results.
Benefits
- Reduces water consumption
- Improves yield by up to 5%
- Maintains curd integrity without mechanical stirring
- Handles up to eight cheese vats, reducing investment costs
- Ensures consistent and high-quality cottage cheese production