SRAML Plate Flash Pasteuriser
The History of Pasteurisation
At Vitikit, we’re dedicated to advancing food preservation methods that extend shelf life while preserving essential qualities. Plate Flash Pasteuriser has become one of the most essential food safety techniques, dramatically reducing pathogen levels to ensure products remain safe to consume. This process is critical not only for protecting consumer health but also for helping producers maintain consistent quality standards across their products.
Louis Pasteur and the Origins of Pasteurisation
In the 1860s, French scientist Louis Pasteur pioneered a method for heating and cooling beer and wine to prevent spoilage, known today as HTST (High Temperature Short Time) Pasteurisation or Flash Pasteurisation. This breakthrough process not only revolutionized the food and beverage industry but also paved the way for modern food safety protocols. In the brewing industry, Tunnel Pasteurisation is also widely used; it involves showering canned or bottled beer with hot water before cooling, effectively preserving its quality and extending shelf life for various beverages.
Tunnel Pasteurisers operate on the principle of appertisation, a method named after French food preservation pioneer Nicolas Appert. This approach involves heat-treating food in sealed containers to keep it safe over time. These principles remain central to today’s methods, although modern equipment, like our pasteurisers, has greatly improved the efficiency, reliability, and precision of the pasteurisation process.
Sraml Plate Flash Pasteuriser
We proudly supply Sraml plate flash pasteuriser and tunnel pasteurisers, renowned for their quality and efficiency. Each plate flash pasteuriser is tailored to meet our customers’ unique requirements, offering easy regulation, high energy efficiency, and precision control. From small-scale producers to larger operations, our pasteurisers support businesses of all sizes in achieving optimal production results.
Our pasteurisers come equipped with a variety of heating options, including electric, steam, oil, or gas-fired systems to suit different production environments. The intuitive touchscreen interface enables automatic temperature control and continuous monitoring for complete traceability, along with high heat recovery for reduced operational costs. With its user-friendly design, operators can easily control pasteurisation parameters, while the built-in cleaning program streamlines maintenance, ensuring quick, efficient cleaning after each use. All components are mounted on a durable stainless steel frame with adjustable leveling feet, ensuring stability and longevity.
Should the pasteurising temperature drop below the required level, an automatic bypass valve reroutes the product to the puffer tank, preventing microbial contamination and ensuring the final product meets strict safety standards.
Standard Features:
- Stainless steel frame with leveling feet
- 2-stage stainless steel plate heat exchanger pack
- Serpentine pipe holding section
- Multiple heat sources (burner, electric generator, or steam exchanger)
- Hot water circulation with a multistage centrifugal pump and expansion vessel
- Product feed pump with rubber impeller and inverter connection
- Product flowmeter for precise flow speed monitoring
- Pump dry-running protection
- Touchscreen control panel for seamless pasteurisation control
Key Advantages
Continuous PE-Control:
Sraml’s pasteurisation systems adjust the heating temperature according to the desired pasteurisation units (PUs), with production data continuously documented for quality tracking. This optimised control ensures consistent results, adapting as needed to maintain product integrity.
Low Energy Consumption Through Heat Recovery:
With an energy recovery rate of up to 93%, our systems significantly reduce energy input during production, setting new standards for cost savings and environmental responsibility. The selected energy recovery rate keeps operating costs low, making it an economical choice for businesses seeking long-term efficiency.
Optimised Product Output Temperature:
In filling processes, achieving the ideal output temperature is critical. Our pasteuriser automatically adjusts to deliver a precise, optimal output temperature, ensuring smooth, reliable filling operations that maintain product stability.
Compared to tunnel pasteurisation, plate flash pasteurisation offers:
- Reliable microbe reduction across various beverages
- Compact, space-saving design
- Lower capital and operating costs
- Controlled PU input for enhanced quality control
- Minimal impact on flavor, preserving the original taste
Contact Us
Our team of experts is ready to provide friendly, knowledgeable advice on the best pasteurising equipment for your business. Contact us to discuss the specifications, size, and type of pasteuriser that suits your needs. We’re here to help you select the right equipment for your production goals, whether you’re expanding capacity or optimizing efficiency. Call us directly at 01395 233031 or email us at info@vitikit.com.