Pulsed electric field system for food preservation

Enhance your production line with technology that extends shelf life and improves quality by utilizing pulsed electric fields for efficient cell disintegration and microbial inactivation, ensuring optimal freshness and safety across a range of food and beverage applications.

Processes and Preserves Foods with Pulsed Electric Fields

Pulsemaster’s Conditioner brand offers pulsed electric field systems tailored for food, beverage, and scientific sectors, expertly combining cutting-edge technology to enhance processing efficiency. Engineered with Marx solid-state pulse generators, these systems provide reliable and precise pulsing, enabling effective microbial inactivation and cell disintegration. Ideal for an array of applications, from potato crisps to probiotic dairy drinks, they improve yield and extend product shelf life. With throughput capabilities up to 198,000 lbs of potatoes per hour and energy-efficient operation, Pulsemaster systems seamlessly integrate into existing lines with modular designs and PLC-controlled automation. Built with food-grade materials and meeting stringent UL and CE standards, they ensure compliance and sustainability in operations. Additionally, the systems are user-friendly, maintenance-efficient, and customizable to specific production requirements, offering robust engineering support for optimized plant performance.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality and shelf life through efficient microbial inactivation and cell disintegration.
  • Integrates effortlessly into existing lines, reducing installation time and operational disruption.
  • Optimizes energy usage with reliable Marx solid-state pulse generation, lowering operational costs.
  • Facilitates quick cleaning and maintenance with modular, food-grade design and CIP/SIP readiness.
  • Adapts to diverse processing requirements with customizable power upgrades and configuration options.

General


Applications
Research,Whey,Yogurt drinks,Fish,Dairy,Food,Smoothies,Liquids,Solids,Juices,Potatoes,Milk,Fruits,Animal tissues,Beverages,Semi-solids,Potato crisps,Meat,Vegetables,French fries
End products
Marinated meats,Whey-based products,Dehydrated vegetable slices,Probiotic dairy drinks,Cheese,Extracted vegetable juices,Cured fish,Frozen potato products,Fruit juices,Fresh smoothies
Steps before
Preparation,Washing,Sorting
Steps after
Microbial Inactivation,Shelf Life Increase,Enhanced Extraction,Cooling,Packing
Input ingredients
potatoes,fruits,vegetables,roots,raw milk,cheese-making milk,yogurt drinks,whey,fresh juices,smoothies,fruit mashes,intact solid plant tissues,pieces of meat,fish
Output ingredients
processed potatoes,French fries,crisps,processed fruits,processed vegetables,processed roots,shelf-stable milk,shelf-stable yogurt drinks,shelf-stable whey,longer shelf life juices,longer shelf life smoothies,increased juice yield,optimized marinated meat,optimized marinated fish
Market info
Pulsemaster is known for its expertise in advanced pulsed electric field technology, specializing in equipment that enhances food processing efficiency and quality, renowned for innovation and reliability in industrial applications.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
1 to 60 tons per hour
Power Range
Up to 100kW per system
Pulse Rate
Up to 500 pulses per second
Temperature Monitoring
Yes
Integration Capability
Easily integrates into existing lines
Transport System
Belt transport system
Process Type
Continuous short-time process
Automation
PLC-controlled
Energy Efficiency
Highest energy efficiency
Cooling Requirement
If needed,cooler available
Material Handling
Food-grade materials
CIP/SIP Ready
CIP/SIP ready
Monitoring Options
Extensive monitoring options
Remote Monitoring
Available
Field Upgradeable
Field-replaceable units

Operating Characteristics


Working Mechanism
Pulsed Electric Field (PEF)
Batch vs. Continuous Operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Automation Level
PLC / SCADA
CIP/SIP Readiness
CIP Ready
Changeover Time
Minimal,due to fully integrated systems
Integrated Steps
Cell Disintegration / Microbial Inactivation
Energy Efficiency
High,with low power consumption
Cleaning Method
CIP
Hygienic Design
Food-grade materials with CIP readiness
Pulse Generator Location
Up to 20 meters away from treatment tank

Material Compatibility


Biological compatibility
Yes
Cleanability
CIP/SIP ready
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes
Density/particle size
Adaptable

Product type Characteristics


Product Type
Solids,semi-solids,liquids

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
System configuration
Modular
Treatment chamber size
Sufficient for large solids like potato tubers
Treatment chamber encapsulation
Fully encapsulated
Belt transport systems
Optimal for tubers,roots,and vegetables
Pulsegenerator distance
Up to 20 meters from the treatment chamber
Climatic corridor
Allows placement of the pulse generator outside the production hall
Footprint adaptability
Easy integration into existing lines
Footprint area
Low space requirements
Field-replaceable units
Yes
Construction material
Food-grade,CIP/SIP ready

Custom Options


Control panel type
Standalone touchscreen or remote-controlled
Integration possibilities
PLC integration and connectivity to external PLCs
Modular design
Field-replaceable units and power upgrades
Adaptability
Customizable to meet specific requirements
System scalability
Upgradable from 50kW to 100kW