Modular pulsed electric field system for food processing
Enhance your food processing efficiency with a modular system that optimizes extraction, inactivation, and testing, ensuring high yield and quality for both solid and liquid products. This solution is ideal for refining production processes and boosting product value.

Conducts Electroporation for Inactivation and Extraction
The PEF Pilot Dual from Elea is a highly versatile electroporation station, specifically designed for pilot-scale testing and processing. This modular PEF system facilitates precise electroporation for both liquid and solid food products, increasing efficiency in inactivation and extraction processes. Applicable to industries such as food, beverage, wine, and dairy, it aids in producing end-products like cold-pressed juices, extra virgin olive oil, and red wine. With a batch capacity of up to 10 kg and continuous throughput up to 250 l/h, it supports scalable operations from research laboratories to on-site factory environments. The unit is equipped with PLC controls and a touch interface for seamless integration and automation. Constructed from stainless steel, it offers durability and ease of maintenance, and is further supported by a dedicated team for customization and engineering assistance.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency by optimizing electroporation processes for higher yields and quality.
- Streamlines testing and processing with modular design for seamless adaptation to diverse applications.
- Minimizes operational costs with integrated PLC control, ensuring precise and automated operation.
- Facilitates sustainable practices by reducing energy use and water consumption.
- Offers scalability from pilot to industrial scale, supporting R&D and full production needs.
- Applications
- Smoothies,Olive oil,Wine,Dairy products,Potato chips,Vegetables,Juices,Yeast,Veggie chips,French fries
- End products
- Extra virgin olive oil,Baker's yeast,Lactose-free milk,Dehydrated vegetable powders,Chardonnay,Red wine,Frozen french fries,Berry smoothies,Cold-pressed vegetable juices,Sweet potato veggie chips,Kettle-cooked potato chips
- Steps before
- Raw Ingredient Preparation,Washing,Sorting,Cutting,Peeling,Grinding,Juice Extraction
- Steps after
- Microbial Inactivation,Quality Inspection,Yield Measurement,Liquid Extraction,Solid Product Testing,Packaging,Shelf-life Extension
- Input ingredients
- grapes,meat,potatoes,apple,fruit mash,suspension,wine,liquid food,solid food,semi-solid food,olives,yeast,dairy products,vegetables
- Output ingredients
- juice,processed meat,olive oil,wine,extracted juice,enhanced quality product,inactivated microbes,increased yield
- Market info
- Elea Technology is known for pioneering pulsed electric field (PEF) technology, enhancing food processing efficiency and quality. Its expertise lies in innovative solutions that improve texture and shelf life, establishing a reputable presence in the food and beverage industry.
- Pulse Generator
- Precise and powerful
- Control System
- PLC,touch screen,measurement of peak voltage and current
- Power Supply
- 400 V,50 Hz
- Cooling
- Water and air cooled
- Dimensions
- 1455 x 1792 x 1129 mm (W x D x H)
- Material
- Stainless steel cabinet
- Treatment Chamber Capacity
- Batch mode up to 10kg per batch
- Continuous mode up to 250 l/h
- Electrical Requirements
- 400V,50 Hz,35 A (10 kW),480V,60 Hz,32 A (10 kW)
- Batch vs. Continuous Capacity
- Batch mode up to 10kg
- Continuous mode up to 250 l/h
- Configuration Options
- Co-linear,co-axial or parallel plate
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC
- Cooling method
- Water and air cooled
- Changeover time
- Quick connection coupling
- Adaptability
- Modular and configurable
- Microbial inactivation
- Co-linear,co-axial,or parallel plate configurations
- Processing capacity
- Batch up to 10kg,Continuous up to 250 l/h
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Machine footprint
- 1455 x 1792 x 1129 mm
- Treatment chamber capacity
- Up to 10 kg per batch
- Up to 250 l/h in continuous mode
- Material
- Stainless steel cabinet
- Cooling method
- Water and air cooled
- Discharge method
- Automated infeed and outfeed for solid and semi-solid materials
- Modular design
- Yes,modular with plug-in external units for specific applications
- Control panel type
- PLC,touch screen
- Footprint
- Compact,easily integrated into production lines
- Control panel type
- Touch screen and PLC
- Integration possibilities
- Modular plug-in external units
- Treatment chamber type
- Batch and continuous modes
- Chamber configuration
- Co-linear,co-axial or parallel plate
- Treatment plate modularity
- Easy to change modular plates
- External treatment cabinet
- Available for expanded capacity
- Pilot scale testing adaptability
- Customizable external plug-in units