Single-pass extraction system for tea

For tea producers seeking consistent, high-quality extraction, this semi-continuous system seamlessly integrates into your line to optimize flavor retention and throughput efficiency.

Extracts and Processes Ready-to-Drink Tea

The Single-Pass Tea Extraction System from Tetra Pak Netherlands is a semi-continuous solution designed for the efficient extraction of high-quality ready-to-drink tea. This system sets itself apart with its ability to maintain consistent tea flavor and aroma through a well-engineered extraction process that includes batching, wetting, and continuous extraction. Ideal for producing bottled iced tea, canned green tea, and herbal tea infusions, it integrates seamlessly into beverage production lines, ensuring smooth transition to downstream cooling, clarification, formulation, heat treatment, and packaging phases.

Equipped to handle both solid and liquid tea products, the system supports diverse applications, offering robust processing capacity suitable for large-scale beverage manufacturers and RTD tea producers. Its semi-continuous operation reduces energy consumption and optimizes throughput, while the modular design allows for easy integration with existing equipment. The system is available in materials engineered for durability and compliance with food safety standards, enhancing resistance to corrosion. Furthermore, it boasts efficient cleaning capabilities and requires minimal maintenance, ensuring a streamlined and reliable production workflow. Customization options and engineering support are available to meet specific production needs, making this system a versatile choice for the beverage industry.

Benefits

  • Ensures flavor consistency and high-quality extraction in ready-to-drink tea products.
  • Integrates seamlessly into existing production lines, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Reduces energy usage through optimized semi-continuous operation.
  • Simplifies cleaning and maintenance with easy access design.
  • Provides flexibility in production with customizable options and engineering support.

General


Applications
Tea extracts,Beverages,Rtd tea
End products
Black tea concentrate,Herbal tea infusion,Canned green tea,Bottled iced tea,Fruit-flavored tea drink
Steps before
Batching in tea leaves,Filling the extractor with water,Wetting tea leaves
Steps after
Clarification,Formulation,Heat treatment,Packaging
Input ingredients
tea leaves,water
Output ingredients
RTD tea,tea extract,clarified tea,heat treated tea,packaged tea
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


Automation
Semi-continuous
Extraction Process
Continuous extraction
Cooling Method
Yes,cooled extract
Clarification
Where required
Batching Process
Batching in tea leaves
Heat Treatment
Yes,post-extraction
Discharge Method
Discharge spent tea leaves

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Semi-continuous
Integrated steps
Batching,filling,continuous extraction,discharge
CIP Principles
CIP cleanable design
Batch vs continuous operation
Semi-continuous
Changeover time
Preparation for next extraction cycle
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Foaming tendency
Low/Medium/High

Physical Characteristics


Feed method
Batching in tea leaves
Discharge method
Discharge spent tea leaves

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI with touch interface
Integration possibilities
SCADA compatibility
Extraction cycle flexibility
Adjustable parameters