Ultra-high temperature processor for premium liquid foods
Achieve superior product quality and flexibility with advanced direct UHT processing, preserving taste and nutritional value while adapting to various heating demands and product types.
Processes and Sterilizes Liquid Foods
The Tetra Pak® Direct UHT Processing Unit is designed for producers seeking to maintain superior product quality in heat-sensitive foods and beverages. This equipment utilizes direct steam injection and infusion technologies, delivering precise heating that minimizes thermal stress, preserving both nutritional value and flavor. It’s suitable for a wide range of applications, including plant-based beverages, UHT milk, and ready-to-drink products like protein shakes and soups. The unit handles capacities up to 45,000 liters per hour, accommodating continuous, high-speed operations. It boasts a streamlined PLC-controlled system for seamless integration into existing production lines, while its energy-efficient design eliminates the need for costly ice water cooling. With an available combi mode, it supports both direct and indirect heating, offering unparalleled flexibility for diverse processing needs. The unit’s CIP system ensures efficient, hygienic maintenance, and its robust construction aligns with strict food safety standards, making it a versatile solution for modern food and beverage operations.
Benefits
- Preserves product quality by minimizing heat impact, maintaining flavor and nutritional integrity.
- Offers unparalleled flexibility with options for both direct and indirect heating modes.
- Reduces energy costs with efficient use of steam and no need for ice water cooling.
- Ensures long running times with automatic homogenizer dampers and floating protection systems.
- Simplifies maintenance with a built-in CIP system for quick and hygienic cleaning.
- Applications
- Cream,Sauces,Cheese,Tomato products,Dairy,Food,Soups,Uht milk,Yoghurt/fermented dairy,Desserts,Ice cream,Recombined milk,Fruit preparations/jams,Spreads,Still drinks,Flavored and/or value-add milk,Alcoholic beverages,Esl milk,Plant-based products,Concentrated/condensed milk,Milk powder,Dairy alternative,Other dairy products,Juice,Beverages,Nectar,Dips,Dressings,Baby food/infant formula,Pasteurized
- End products
- Flavored uht milk,Vegan cheese,Infant formula,Pudding,Custard,Barbecue sauce,Non-alcoholic beer,Non-dairy coffee creamers,Tomato paste,Plant-based yogurt,White wine,Herbal iced tea,Vegetable soups,Hummus,Coconut cream,Whipped cream with stabilizers,Oat milk,Almond milk,Rice milk,Vanilla ice cream,Chocolate dessert sauce,Ready-to-drink protein shakes,Fruit smoothies,Soy milk,Nut-based milk,Cranberry juice,Fruit yogurt,Ketchup,Mayonnaise,Ranch dressing,Mango nectar,Concentrated orange juice
- Steps before
- Preheating,Homogenization,Mixing
- Steps after
- Cooling,Aseptic Filling,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- dairy products,plant-based drinks,liquid foods,whipped cream,shear-sensitive products,milk,ice cream
- Output ingredients
- UHT treated dairy,aseptic plant-based beverages,premium UHT products,stabilized whipped cream,long shelf-life beverages,aseptic liquid foods
- 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.
- Capacity
- Up to 45,000 l/h
- Heating Method
- Direct steam injection/infusion
- Temperature Range
- 80°C to UHT temperatures
- Automation
- Fully automated CIP
- Flexibility
- More than 100 options
- Operating Modes
- Direct UHT,Plus,Indirect
- Cooling Temperature
- Up to 72°C
- Product Loss
- Low-loss design
- Product Shear Forces
- Minimized with steam infusion
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- CIP/SIP
- CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
- Energy efficiency
- 0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture
- Automation level
- Manual / PLC / SCADA
- Flexibility
- Single unit with multiple heating modes
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³
- Unit Capacity
- 45,000 L/h
- Footprint
- Compact design
- Heating method
- Steam injection/infusion
- Cooling system
- Flash cooling
- Combined Heating Solution
- Direct/Indirect UHT
- Condenser Temperature Level
- Up to 72°C
- Balance Tank
- Low-loss design
- Nozzle Type
- Ring-nozzle steam injector
- Homogenizer Damper
- Automatic air refill
- Heat Exchanger Design
- Tubular with floating protection system
- Control panel type
- Touchscreen interface
- Integration possibilities
- Combined heating solutions (injection and infusion)
- Capacity variations
- Up to 45,000 l/h
- Heating method
- Direct and indirect heating options
- Customized heating programs
- Direct UHT,Plus mode,Indirect mode
- Homogenizer damper
- Automatic air refill
- Floating protection system
- Thermal expansion adaptability
- Balance tank design
- Electronic level control for reduced losses
- Upgrade possibilities
- Refinement and protection for future