Industrial-scale chopper and blender for frozen juice processing
Eliminate lengthy thaw times for frozen concentrates with a system that streamlines processing by quickly converting solid frozen products into a fluid state, ensuring rapid progression in your production line without compromising quality.
Processes and Blends Frozen Juices and Pulps
The READYGo CHOPPER/BLENDER from JBT FoodTech is a powerful solution for juice manufacturers, beverage producers, and fruit processing facilities. This versatile equipment quickly processes frozen concentrates and pulps into flowable, pumpable conditions, eliminating prolonged thawing periods and preserving quality.
The system features a robust 5HP 3-phase motor and handles up to 500 lbs within its 300-gallon capacity. It accommodates containers of various sizes, including 55-gallon drums, making it an ideal choice for high-speed, continuous operations in pre-processing and processing departments.
Specially designed for concentrated citrus juices and pulps, it also handles apple and lemon juice concentrates, frozen mixed berry smoothies, and packaged fruit purees effectively. Integration into your production line is seamless, with optional Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems ensuring quick and contamination-free cleaning, reducing downtime.
Built with operational safety in mind, it includes an interlocked drum gate and platform access, requiring no additional equipment purchase or installation efforts. The machine supports customization to meet specific customer needs, while PRoCARE® service and support ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Benefits
- Eliminates extended thawing times, preserving product quality and operational efficiency.
- Accommodates large volumes, enhancing processing capacity for high-demand facilities.
- Ensures operator safety with integrated interlocked drum gates.
- Streamlines cleaning processes with optional CIP integration, reducing maintenance downtime.
- Customizable to meet specific processing needs, providing flexibility in production.
- Applications
- Beverages,Citrus products,Frozen concentrate,Fruits,Pulp,Juices
- End products
- Bottled citrus juices,Frozen mixed berry smoothies,Lemon juice concentrate,Citrus pulp puree,Frozen pulp packs,Packaged fruit purees,Orange juice concentrate,Apple juice concentrate
- Steps before
- Cold Storage,Frozen Juice Removal,Concentration
- Steps after
- Pumpable State Transfer,Juice Processing,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- frozen concentrate,single strength juice,pulp,drums of frozen juice,frozen products
- Output ingredients
- flowable condition product,pumpable condition product
- Market info
- JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.
- Capacity
- 300 gallons
- Motor Power
- 5HP 3-phase motor
- Handling Capacity
- Up to 500 lbs
- Automation
- Interlocked drum gate for safety
- Container Accommodations
- Up to 55-gallon drums
- Optional CIP
- Optional CIP solution supply
- Working Mechanism
- Chopping and blending frozen materials
- Integrated Steps
- Flowable/Pumpable conversion
- CIP Principles
- Optional CIP solution supply system
- Batch vs. Continuous Operation
- Batch
- Safety Features
- Interlocked drum gate and platform access
- Abrasion resistance
- Yes
- Biological compatibility
- Yes
- Cleanability
- CIP capable
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Yes
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50-1000 µm
- Container size and shape
- Various sizes up to 55-gallon drums
- Frozen product condition
- Flowable or pumpable
- Capacity
- 300 gallons
- Motor Power
- 5HP 3-phase motor
- Container Accommodation
- Up to 55-gallon drums
- Discharge Method
- Pumpable flowable material
- Capacity
- 300 gallon
- Motor Type
- 5HP 3-phase motor
- Container Accommodation
- Various sizes up to 55 gallon drums
- Optional CIP Solution Supply
- Available
- Interlocked Drum Gate
- Included for Safety
- Platform Access
- Included for Safety