Apple Juice Plant Sterilization, Clarification & Concentration Equipment

After-sales Service: Engineer on-Site Guide /Remote Guide by Video
Warranty: 2 Years
Customized: Customized

Product Description

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Basic Specifications

Certification:CE
Scale:Medium
Automation:Automatic
Structure:Membrane Filtration
Operation:Continuous
Energy:Cold Sterilization
Property:Physical Sterilization
Type:Membrane Separation
Transport Package:Container
Specification:5000mm*2200mm*3000mm
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Core Advantages

Apple Juice Plant Sterilization, Clarification & Concentration Equipment
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Product Overview

The Apple Juice Plant Sterilization, Clarification & Concentration Equipment is an integrated high-efficiency processing equipment designed for fruit juice deep processing, integrating three core functions: impurity removal, sterilization, and concentration. Based on advanced membrane separation technology and low-temperature concentration technology, the system solves industry pain points such as juice turbidity, short shelf life, nutrient loss, and high transportation costs. It is widely applicable to various fruit juices (e.g., orange juice, apple juice, mango juice, dragon fruit juice) and functional fruit drinks, delivering clear, sterile, and high-concentration final products while maximizing the retention of natural flavors, vitamins, and active ingredients. As a key equipment for high-end juice production (including NFC juice and concentrated juice), it meets global food safety standards such as FDA, SC, and EU regulations.
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Working Principle

The system adopts a "membrane separation + low-temperature concentration" combined process, realizing seamless connection of clarification, sterilization, and concentration without chemical additives, ensuring pure physical processing.

1. Pretreatment Stage

Fresh fruit juice is first filtered through a 5-10μm precision pre-filter to remove large-particle impurities (e.g., pulp residues, fruit stones, suspended solids), protecting subsequent membrane elements from clogging and extending their service life.

2. Clarification & Sterilization Stage

Ultrafiltration (UF) Membrane Clarification: Equipped with ultrafiltration membranes with a molecular weight cut-off of 10,000–50,000 Da or microfiltration (MF) membranes with a pore size of 0.1–1 μm. Under low pressure (0.2–0.4 MPa) and room temperature (25–35℃), colloids (e.g., pectin, proteins), fine pulp particles, and other impurities are retained by the membrane.

Membrane Sterilization: Synchronously achieves microbial removal via the same membrane system—bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella), yeasts, molds, and spores (size >0.01 μm) are completely intercepted, with a sterilization rate of ≥99.99%.

3. Concentration Stage

Nanofiltration (NF) Membrane Pre-Concentration: The clarified and sterile juice is pumped into the nanofiltration membrane module (operating pressure: 0.8–1.5 MPa). The membrane selectively retains sugars, organic acids, and flavor compounds, pre-concentrating the juice from 10%–15% soluble solids to 25%–30%.

Vacuum Low-Temperature Final Concentration: The pre-concentrated juice enters the vacuum low-temperature concentrator (40–60℃) for further concentration to 65%–70%, reducing energy consumption by 30%–50% compared to traditional single heat concentration.

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Core Components

Component Unit Core Equipment Function
Pretreatment Unit 5-10μm precision filter, buffer tank, feed pump Remove large particles, stabilize feed flow, and protect subsequent processes
Clarification & Sterilization Unit UF/MF membrane module (PVDF/PES material), circulation pump Achieve high-precision impurity removal and sterile filtration at room temperature
Concentration Unit NF membrane module, vacuum low-temperature concentrator, heat exchanger Realize low-temperature concentration, retain active ingredients
Control Unit PLC automatic control system, online monitors Automate process parameters, ensure stable product quality
Cleaning Unit CIP (Clean-in-Place) online cleaning system Regularly clean membrane modules and pipelines to prevent fouling
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Technical Parameters

Parameter Category Specification Range
Processing Capacity50–10,000 Kg/h (fresh juice input)
Clarification Membrane TypeUF/MF membrane (pore size: 0.1–1 μm; MWCO: 10,000–50,000 Da)
Concentration Membrane TypeNF membrane (operating pressure: 0.8–1.5 MPa)
Vacuum Concentration Temp40–60℃
Final Soluble Solid Content65%–70°Bx (customizable)
Sterilization Rate≥99.99% (bacteria, yeasts, molds, spores)
Operating Pressure0.2–0.4 MPa (Clarification Stage)
Material in Contact304/316L stainless steel, food-grade PVDF
Power Consumption5.5–120 KW (varies by capacity)
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Application Scenarios

Scenario 1
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Fresh Fruit Juice Processing

Clarification and sterilization of orange, apple, and pear juice for high-quality NFC products.

Tropical Fruit Juice Processing

Concentration of mango, dragon fruit, and passion fruit juice while retaining unique flavors.

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Functional Fruit Drink Processing

Concentration of wolfberry, seabuckthorn, and blueberry juice, enriching active ingredients like anthocyanins.

Beverage Base Production

Production of high-concentration juice concentrates for bottled drinks, jams, and fruit wines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What are the main benefits of using membrane sterilization over traditional heat treatment? Membrane sterilization is a cold process that avoids thermal damage. It ensures ≥99.99% microbial removal while maximizing the retention of natural flavors, vitamins, and heat-sensitive active ingredients.
Q2: What is the maximum concentration level the equipment can achieve? The system can achieve a final soluble solid content of 65%–70°Bx, which is customizable based on specific production requirements.
Q3: How energy-efficient is this juice concentration system? By combining nanofiltration (NF) membrane pre-concentration with vacuum low-temperature concentration, the system reduces energy consumption by 30%–50% compared to traditional single-stage heat concentration methods.
Q4: Can this system handle multiple types of fruit juices? Yes, it is highly versatile and suitable for orange, apple, pear, mango, dragon fruit, passion fruit, and even functional juices like wolfberry and blueberry.
Q5: What international standards does this equipment comply with? The equipment is designed to meet global food safety standards, including FDA, SC, and EU regulations, using food-grade materials like 316L stainless steel and PVDF membranes.
Q6: Is the operation of the plant automated? Yes, it features a PLC automatic control system with online monitors for flow, pressure, temperature, and soluble solid content, enabling unattended operation and stable quality.

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