Homogenizer for high-capacity food processing
Achieve superior emulsification and suspension handling with this high-pressure homogenizer—ideal for enhancing product stability and texture across a range of demanding applications, from dairy to plant-based beverages.
Homogenizes High-Volume Dairy and Beverage Products
The Tetra Pak® Homogenizer 500 is a high-capacity solution designed for food and beverage manufacturers aiming to streamline homogenization processes. It employs high-pressure technology to ensure optimal emulsification and suspension handling, enhancing product consistency and quality. With a capacity of 63,600 liters per hour, it effectively homogenizes a variety of products, including milk, plant-based drinks, juices, and sauces. Offering the lowest total cost of ownership, it’s equipped with a PLC system for seamless automation and integration within existing production lines. The machine features a serial cooling system, reducing water and steam consumption by up to 80% compared to conventional designs. Constructed with options like Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel, it minimizes environmental impact, ensuring durability and reliability for continuous operations. Configurable for specific processing needs, the homogenizer supports CIP (Clean-in-Place) to maintain hygiene and efficiency, making it ideal for diverse applications in dairy, beverage, and condiment manufacturing.
Benefits
- Reduces operational costs with the lowest total cost of ownership.
- Minimizes environmental impact using a high-efficiency serial cooling system, saving up to 80% on water and steam.
- Ensures consistent product quality with superior homogenizing efficiency for optimal texture and stability.
- Increases line efficiency with long service intervals and low maintenance requirements.
- Enhances sustainability with options for materials that cut CO₂ emissions by up to 93%.
- Applications
- Cream,Sauces,Cheese,Tomato products,Ice cream mix,Dairy,Food,Uht milk,Ice cream,Rngs beverages,Liquid egg,Fruit juices,Still drinks,Purées,Gravies,Plant-based products,Powder,Condensed milk,Concentrates,Juice,Nectar,Yoghurt,Ketchups,Pasteurized milk,Dressings,Mayonnaise
- End products
- Fruit purée for baby food,Tomato paste,Liquid egg whites,Coconut cream,Pasteurized whole milk,Oat-based drink,Greek yoghurt,Almond milk,Rice milk,Uht skimmed milk,Soy milk powder,Strawberry fruit juice,Tomato sauce,Whipping cream,Brown gravy,Probiotic yoghurt,Salad dressings,Vanilla ice cream mix,Evaporated milk,Organic ketchup,Condensed sweetened milk,Vegan mayonnaise,Raspberry concentrate,Chocolate-flavored milk
- Steps before
- Emulsification,Suspension preparation,Milk pasteurization,UHT processing,Cream production,Juice extraction,Condensation,Preparation of mix,Sauce preparation
- Steps after
- Aseptic filling,Packing,Spray drying,Bottling,Canning,Cooling,Storage,Distribution
- Input ingredients
- pasteurized milk,UHT milk,cream,yoghurt,condensed milk,ice cream mix,fruit juices,RNGS (rice,nut,grain,soy) beverages,concentrates,purées,tomato products,dressings,ketchups,liquid egg,mayonnaise,sauces,gravies
- Output ingredients
- homogenized pasteurized milk,homogenized UHT milk,homogenized cream,homogenized yoghurt,homogenized condensed milk,homogenized ice cream mix,homogenized fruit juices,homogenized RNGS beverages,homogenized concentrates,homogenized purées,homogenized tomato products,homogenized dressings,homogenized ketchups,homogenized liquid egg,homogenized mayonnaise,homogenized sauces,homogenized gravies
- 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.
- Capacity
- 63,600 litres/hour
- Homogenizing Efficiency
- Highest in industry with HD EnergyIQ
- Utility Consumption
- Lowest in industry
- Pressure
- Variable
- Service Interval
- Up to 40% longer
- Cooling System
- Serial cooling
- Material
- Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel
- Water Consumption
- 70% less steam,80% less water
- Electricity Usage
- 3 kWh per 1000 litres
- Cooling Water Consumption
- 12.6 litres per 1000 litres of product
- Outlet Temperature
- Minimum 110°C
- High Pressure Handling
- Handles high-pressure homogenization
- Product Viscosity Range
- High and low viscous products
- Product Type Variability
- Aseptic and non-aseptic products
- Pump Capability
- Available as high-pressure pump
- Homogenizing Efficiency
- Highest efficiency with HD EnergyIQ
- Utility Consumption
- Lowest utility consumption
- Service Access
- Easy access for faster service
- Service Interval
- Long service intervals
- Water Consumption
- Low water consumption
- Steam Consumption
- Low steam consumption
- Energy Efficiency
- Optimal pressure for energy savings
- Aseptic Barrier Temperature
- Minimum 110 °C
- Cooling Water System
- Serial system
- Cooling Water Reuse
- 80% re-circulated
- Uptime
- High uptime design
- Running Hours Extension
- Optional damper module
- Abrasion resistance
- High
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless steel
- Cleanability
- SIP/CIP
- Biological compatibility
- Food-grade
- Density/particle size
- Compatible with varying sizes
- Control panel type
- Integrated with smart automation
- Safety and sealing
- Aseptic barrier with high-temperature safety features
- Material choice
- Outokumpu Circle Green® stainless steel
- Control panel type
- Smart automation
- Integration
- Feeding spray dryer,aseptic/ non-aseptic operation
- Pressure and capacity
- Variable
- Serial cooling system
- Minimizes water and steam consumption