Inline processing system for food and beverage production

Optimize your production line with a versatile inline processing system designed to enhance product quality and consistency across mixing, cooking, and cooling operations, ensuring efficient scaling in dynamic food and beverage environments.

Processes and Integrates Liquid and Slurry Products

PERFINOX’s PERFIPROCESS range offers an integrated inline processing solution, combining the functionalities of their PERFITECH, PERFITHERM, PERFICOOKER, PERFICOOLER, and PERFILINE systems. This equipment is engineered to enhance the efficiency of manufacturing processes for liquid and slurry products such as juices, plant-based beverages, and dairy items. Designed to function seamlessly in high-speed, continuous operations, it handles tasks from mixing and cooking to cooling and homogenizing, crucial for industries like food and beverage, dairy, and wine & spirits. The process benefits from a highly automated setup with PLC control, allowing for smooth integration with existing production lines. Energy efficiency is prioritized through optimized motor control, reducing overall consumption. Manufactured from stainless steel, it ensures durability and compliance with industry standards. Additionally, a comprehensive CIP system facilitates easy cleaning and maintenance, minimizing downtime and maintaining hygiene standards. Customization options are available to tailor the system to specific processing needs, supported by expert engineering assistance.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency through continuous high-speed operation.
  • Minimizes energy usage with optimized control systems.
  • Ensures product consistency and quality across various applications.
  • Reduces maintenance time with integrated CIP cleaning features.
  • Adapts to specific processing requirements with customizable configurations.

General


Applications
Smoothies,Ready meals,Sauces,Plant-based beverages,Dairy products,Spirits,Wines,Fruit preparations,Dressings,Purees,Creams,Juices
End products
Lasagna,Whipped cream,Caesar dressing,Strawberry jam,Whiskey,Mashed potatoes,Orange juice,Almond milk,Red wine,Greek yogurt,Green smoothie,Tomato ketchup
Steps before
Aseptic Processing,Mixing,Heating
Steps after
Cooling,Emulsifying,Homogenizing,Pasteurizing,Cleaning,Packing
Input ingredients
ready meal components,purees,creams,juices,smoothies,fruit preparations,sauces,dressings,dairy products,plant-based beverages,wines,spirits
Output ingredients
mixed products,cooked meals,cooled products,emulsified products,homogenized products
Market info
Perfinox is known for its expertise in designing and manufacturing industrial engineered-to-order equipment, particularly in the food and beverage sector, providing tailored processing solutions and innovative technologies to enhance production efficiency and quality.

Technical Specifications


Mixing technology
Inline mixing
Cooking method
Inline cooking
Cooling method
Inline cooling
Emulsifying capability
Yes
Homogenizing capability
Yes
Combination capability
Multiple systems and technologies
Process improvement
No limits

Operating Characteristics


Inline process integration
Mixing,cooking,cooling,emulsifying,homogenizing
Automation level
SCADA / PLC-based
CIP/SIP capability
CIP principles integrated
Flexibility in production
Batch and continuous inline operation
Customization options
System and technology combinations

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Yes
Shape
Cylindrical / Rectangular
Tank size
50–5000 L
Discharge method
Bottom discharge / Valve
Control panel type
Touchscreen / Button-operated
Modular design
Yes
Footprint
Customizable per plant requirements

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / Touchscreen
Integration possibilities
SCADA / MES compatible
Customization level
High / Modular
Footprint flexibility
Compact / Modular designs
Structural materials
Stainless Steel / Custom specs
Automation level
Full / Partial