Sterilization pilot systems for small batch heat treatment

Optimize product safety and quality in small batch production with precise heat treatment technology, ensuring consistent sterilization results and maintaining the integrity of diverse liquid formulations.

Sterilizes and Heat Treats Liquid Formulations

The Sterilization Pilot from ACTINI offers a reliable solution for pharmaceutical and food processing sectors, designed to precisely heat treat and sterilize liquids with varying viscosities. Utilizing ACTINI’s patented all-electric Actijoule technology, this aseptic tubular heat exchanger provides controlled temperature treatment from 60°C to 150°C, ensuring no risk of product degradation. With adjustable flow rates between 20 and 500 liters per hour, it suits a wide range of applications including product testing, sterilization validation, and shelf-life testing. Ideal for small batch production, it integrates seamlessly into R&D and pilot operations. Its dual pumping skid and semi-automatic operation optimize handling diverse viscosities. This system is available for rental or purchase, providing flexibility for in-house or on-site testing, complete with cycle management and CIP/SIP cycles for easy maintenance.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality consistency with precise temperature control.
  • Offers flexible production capabilities for multi-product environments.
  • Minimizes operational costs with energy-efficient all-electric technology.
  • Facilitates quick setup and transition with semi-automatic operation.
  • Ensures safe handling of diverse liquids through tailored pumping solutions.

General


Applications
Beverages,Sauces,Liquid formulations,Fine chemicals,Nutraceuticals,Biopharmaceuticals,Essential oils,Food products,Baby food,Plant-based milk,Pharmaceuticals
End products
Nutrient-enriched shakes,Infant formula,Dairy alternatives,Vitamin supplements,Aromatic concentrates,Plant-based milk variants,Protein solutions,Tomato paste,Fruit juices,Liquid syrups
Steps before
Product testing preparation,Product characterization setup,Raw material mixing,Viscosity adjustment
Steps after
Sterilization validation,Shelf-life testing,Packaging,Laboratory analysis
Input ingredients
variable viscosity products,products from 1 to 1,000 cP,products for sterilization,products for heat treatment
Output ingredients
sterilized products,heat-treated products,products with validated sterilization,products with controlled temperature treatment
Market info
Actini is known for its expertise in manufacturing advanced thermal treatment systems, notably for biowaste decontamination, ensuring biosafety and compliance with rigorous environmental standards. They hold a strong reputation for innovative and reliable engineered-to-order solutions.

Technical Specifications


Flow rate
20–500 l/h
Temperature range
60°C to 150°C
Viscosity range
1 to 1,000 cP
Pilot dimensions
1,610 x 980 x 1,770 mm
Skid dimensions
1,300 x 500 x 1,310 mm
Automation
Semi-automatic
Heating technology
All-electric (ACTIJOULE)
Pump types
Centrifugal and volumetric
Chambering time
Adjustable
CIP/SIP cycles
Available

Operating Characteristics


Heat treatment capacity
20 to 500 liters per hour
Adjustable flow rate
20 to 500 l/h
Variable viscosity handling
1 to 1,000 cP
Temperature range
60°C to 150°C
Temperature control
High precision
Chambering time adjustment
Yes
CIP/SIP
CIP / SIP cycles for asepsis
Semi-automatic operation
Yes
Monitored and recorded cycle management
Yes
Dual pumping skid
Centrifugal and volumetric
Automation level
Semi-automatic

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
1,610 x 980 mm
Overall Dimensions including Tanks and Pumps
1,300 x 500 mm
Height
1,770 mm
Height of Skid
1,310 mm
Adjustable Chambering Time
60°C to 150°C
Adjustable Flow Rate
20 to 500 l/h
Pilot Dimensions
1,610 x 980 mm
Dual Pumping Skid
Centrifugal and volumetric

Custom Options


Integration capability
Integration of a preparation tank for mixing and/or diluting
Installation location flexibility
Available at ACTINI site or customer site