Permeate powder spray dryer

Optimize permeate powder production with continuous spray drying, ensuring premium, non-caking outputs suitable for diverse food applications.

Processes Permeate and Whey into Non-Caking Powders

The Tetra Pak® Spray Dryer Prolac is a sophisticated solution tailored for the production of high-quality permeate powders, commonly used in infant formulas, protein supplements, and whey-based nutraceuticals. This fully automatic spray dryer ensures consistent results by integrating seamlessly with your production line, including evaporation, crystallisation, and powder handling stages. With a capacity range of 3 to 8 tonnes of powder output per hour, it efficiently processes cheese whey and milk permeates. Featuring a modular design, it allows for the deployment of multiple venturi air distributors as capacity needs increase, optimizing energy consumption. Its precise control mechanisms, including a spray monitoring system, maintain optimal spray patterns and prevent product buildup, maximizing operational efficiency. The dryer also incorporates advanced features such as a chamber roof cooling system to minimize deposits, and a crystallisation belt for controlled lactose processing, ensuring minimal protein denaturation. Its hygienic design supports easy cleaning, while engineering support from Tetra Pak ensures tailored solutions for varying production demands.

Benefits

  • Ensures high-quality, non-caking permeate powders, increasing product marketability.
  • Minimizes energy use with efficient air distribution and heat recuperation systems.
  • Supports round-the-clock production, reducing the need for frequent downtime.
  • Enhances operational safety and precision with swivel adjustable lances.
  • Offers flexible processing capabilities for a wide range of dairy and whey products.

General


Applications
Permeate powder,Milk permeates,Whey powder,Lactose processing,Cheese whey
End products
Whey-based nutraceuticals,Lactose-free dairy products,Flavored milk powders,Processed cheese spread,Infant formula powder,Protein supplements,Cheese-flavored snacks,Whey protein isolate
Steps before
Evaporation,Crystallisation
Steps after
Powder handling,Packing,Cooling
Input ingredients
cheese whey,milk permeates
Output ingredients
permeate powder,non-caking powders,non-hygroscopic powders,whey powder
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.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
3 to 8 tonnes of powder output per hour
Automation
Continuous spray drying
Cooling system
Chamber roof cooling system
Drying method
Single- and multi-stage drying
Air nozzle assembly
Integrated high-pressure nozzle assembly
Energy efficiency
Minimizing electricity consumption
Fine separation
Post-exhaust air separation and reintroduction
Heat recuperation
Exhaust air heat recuperator
Lactose crystallization
Crystallisation belt for precise processing
Swivel lances
Swivel adjustable lances for improved safety

Operating Characteristics


Continuous operation
Continuous spray drying
Integration with other processes
Integrated with evaporation,crystallisation,and powder handling
Heat utilisation
Exhaust air heat recuperator for energy optimisation
Handling of sticky permeates
Flexible product range and functionalities
Automation level
Automated control systems (e.g.,spray monitoring system)
Safety features
Swivel adjustable lances
Powder Deposit Management
Chamber roof cooling system

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Biological compatibility
Food-grade
Cleanability
CIP/SIP capable
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel 316
Density/particle size
Compatible with a range of 0.5–2.5 g/cm³

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Modular design
Discharge method
Open pressure transport system
Control panel type
PLC-controlled

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-based with HMI
Integration possibilities
Full Tetra Pak line integration
Venturi air distributor options
Single or multi deployments
Middle pressure fines transport
Adjustable mid-run by valve
Fine powder destination adjustment
Dryer,shaking bed,or discharge end
Multiple feed systems
24/7 production capability
Swivel adjustable lances
Side-mounted for safety enhancements
Spray monitoring system
Includes camera system and PC monitor
Exhaust air heat recuperator
Energy optimisation