Lecithin adding system for dairy powders

Enhance your spray drying process by seamlessly integrating lecithin to improve solubility and texture in dairy powders, offering a cleaner, smarter solution that reduces downtime and operational costs.

Enhances Lecithin Integration in Powder Production

The GEA Lecithin Adding Unit 2.0 is an engineered-to-order solution that streamlines lecithin integration into spray drying lines for dairy and food applications. With a hygienic design that allows vegetable oil cleaning, this unit minimizes microbiological risk and downtime. Ideal for producing cold-water soluble dairy powders and instant milk formulations, it supports throughputs from 1,000 to 15,000 kg/h. Equipped with electrical heat trace and remote control, it seamlessly integrates with existing and new plants. Available in one- or two-tank configurations, it adapts to varied production needs, supporting continuous operation and easy maintenance.

Benefits

  • Minimizes downtime with easy cleaning and maintenance routines.
  • Enhances product quality by improving the solubility of dairy powders.
  • Reduces operational costs with oil-based cleaning that eliminates microbiological risks.
  • Supports high-volume production with capacities up to 15,000 kg/h.
  • Enables seamless integration with existing spray drying systems for flexible installation.

General


Applications
Whole milk powder,Whey protein concentrate,Dairy products
End products
Agglomerated milk powder,Cold-water soluble milk powder,Dairy protein supplements,Instant whole milk powder
Steps before
Spray Drying,Powder Production,Milk Powder Drying,WPC Production
Steps after
Solubility Enhancement,Cold-Water Solubility Improvement,Product Packaging,Milk Powder Aggregation
Input ingredients
ready mixed lecithin,concentrated lecithin,vegetable oil
Output ingredients
lecithinated dairy powders,whole milk powders,whey protein concentrate powders,instant whole milk powder
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
1000–15000 kg/h
Cleaning method
Vegetable oil
Automation
Remotely controllable
Compatibility
New and existing spray drying plants
System type
One-tank / Two-tank
Heating
Electrical heat trace

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Lecithin Spraying Process
CIP/SIP
Cleaned with Vegetable Oil
Automation Level
Remotely Controllable Unit
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Compatible with Batch and Inline Operations
Energy Efficiency
Minimized Downtime for Increased Efficiency
Cleaning Method
Vegetable Oil Cleaning

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Cleaned with vegetable oil

Product type Characteristics


Powder type
Whole milk,WPC
Lecithin type
Ready mixed,Concentrated

Physical Characteristics


Tank system
One-tank / Two-tank
Footprint
Compact design
Shape
Open profiles
Hygienic Design
Cabinets with angled roof
Access to components
Easy disassembly of parts
Discharge method
Remotely controllable

Custom Options


Control panel type
Remotely controllable unit
Heating Method
Electrical heat trace