Evaporator for dairy products

Need efficient moisture removal in diverse dairy and food applications? This falling film evaporator harnesses advanced cyclone-type separators to enhance condensate quality and minimize space, enabling uninterrupted 20-hour production runs without microbial growth.

Evaporates and Concentrates Dairy and Food Products

The Tetra Pak Evaporator Falling Film TVR is a robust solution for dairy and food manufacturers, engineered to optimize the evaporation and concentration processes with precision. Utilizing a multi-effect evaporation design, this system ensures reduced steam consumption by efficiently using thermal vapor recompression. Key features include cyclone-type separators that promote uninterrupted flow, minimizing product buildup and bacterial growth. Designed for flexibility, it accommodates a variety of applications, from infant formulas and milk powders to soups and sauces. With evaporation rates ranging from 100 to 50,000 kilograms per hour, it supports both small-scale and large-scale production needs. Integration into existing production lines is seamless, thanks to PLC-controlled automation for continuous and fully automatic operation. In addition, the system promotes energy efficiency, with smart layout minimizing floor space requirements. Its compatibility with high heat systems and optional sanitation-in-place features ensure optimal product quality and hygiene. For operations demanding specific material properties, the Tetra Pak Evaporator offers material options that ensure corrosion resistance. Compliance with industry standards and its comprehensive service support further enhance its reliability in demanding manufacturing environments.

Benefits

  • Supports extended production runs with minimized risk of bacterial contamination.
  • Reduces energy consumption with efficient steam utilization via multi-effect design.
  • Optimizes product consistency and quality through precise evaporation control.
  • Minimizes floor space requirements with compact, integrated design.
  • Facilitates seamless integration into existing lines with full automation and remote monitoring.

General


Applications
Cream,Sauces,Soups,Spreads,Infant formula,Follow-up products,Fermented dairy,Plant-based products,Milk powder,Yoghurt,Desserts,Condensed milk,Whey,Tomato products,Recombined milk,Baby food,Flavored milk,Dairy products
End products
Probiotic dairy drink,Almond cream,Condensed coconut milk,Flavored almond milk,Tomato soup,Lactose-free milk powder,Greek yoghurt,Chocolate mousse,Whey protein concentrate,Goat milk baby formula,Soy-based infant formula,Cheddar cheese,Coconut milk powder,Béarnaise sauce,Organic baby oatmeal cereal,Hazelnut spread
Steps before
Milk pasteurization,Concentration,Preheating,Mixing ingredients
Steps after
Spray drying,Condensing,Sanitation-in-place,Cooling
Input ingredients
infant formula ingredients,baby food ingredients,dairy products,milk,concentrated milk
Output ingredients
evaporated milk,condensed milk,infant formula,milk powder,dairy powder 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
100-50,000 kg/h
Automation
Fully Automatic
Production Run Time
20 hours without bacterial growth
Steam Use
Low due to multi-effect design
Condensate Quality
High due to cyclone-type separators
Floor Space Requirement
Minimal
Preheat Temperature
100°-125°C

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Falling Film Evaporation
Automation Level
Fully Automatic
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Continuous
Evaporation Rate
100-50,000 kg/h
Energy Efficiency
Multi-effect Evaporator Design
Cleaning Method
CIP
Production Run Time Without Bacterial Growth
20 hours
Steam Usage
Low
Condensate Quality
High,due to Cyclone-type Separators
Space Requirement
Minimal

Material Compatibility


Biological compatibility
Yes
Cleanability
CIP capable
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
High
Suitable for food acids
Density/particle size
Various product compositions
Abrasion resistance
High
Designed for long run times

Product type Characteristics


Viscosity range
Low to high
Product composition
Varied

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Minimal floor space requirement
Machine footprint
Smart design for small factory footprint
Discharge method
Continuous operation

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touchscreen HMI
Integration possibilities
PLC/SCADA integration
Preheat system
Indirect and/or direct heaters
Evaporator configuration
Multi-effect design
Additional evaporator system
24/7 spray dryer feeding
Sanitation-in-place system
Hot water treatment at 95°C