Tubular or plate pasteurizer: which one to choose?
Various types of pasteurizers and sterilizers are used in the production of soft drinks and beverages, but they are not all the same. Each type of beverage competes with the right pasteurizer. Choosing tubular or plate pasteurizer then involves handling different fluids, so it is good to proceed with clearer ideas.
Plate pasteurizer for clear liquids and juices
In case you have to process soft drinks and liquid beverages, such as the more classic carbonated sugary sodas, iced teas and whatnot, you tend to choose plate pasteurizers. These have smaller dimensions and greater convenience, as well as an excellent heat transfer coefficient, but are not suitable for handling dense, fiber-rich liquids. The necessary sterilization is operated here by a sequence of plates and fluid streams with different temperatures. Compared to a tubular pasteurizer they require more maintenance but the latest generation provides that they can be disassembled with ease to perform all necessary operations.
Tubular pasteurizer for all types of beverages
The tubular pasteurizer is used to handle thick, viscous liquids, such as citrus juices, which are rich in filaments. Pasteurization is carried out through tubes that allow larger particles to pass through. Since these liquids are loaded with organic matter and fiber, the sterilization and pasteurization process is particularly delicate and requires more care, especially now that there is an increasing trend toward the use of organic and biological ingredients, which are rich in microorganisms that can cause fermentation and spoilage.
PAS 2.0 Pasteurizer/Sterilizer
A tubular pasteurizer is a bigger investment, but it is the best choice for those who want to process different types of beverages and juices without worries. Thanks to continuous technological advances achieved through innovation upon innovation, we have succeeded in making an energy-efficient pasteurizer/sterilizer that can guarantee process efficiency without stressing the ingredients. In both plate pasteurizers and tubular pasteurizers, recovery heating is often used, which allows up to 80% energy recovery. The result is optimal to make sure that the final product is quality and able to last as long as possible for storage needs.
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