Sugar Dissolving and Juice Preparation Line
Tank interiors made of high-quality stainless steel (AISI 304 / AISI 316)
Inner body thickness: 4 mm
Dimple jacket thickness: 2 mm; outer body thickness: 3 mm
Tanks equipped with heating and cooling systems
Tank interiors made of AISI 316 stainless steel
All other components made of high-quality AISI 304 stainless steel
Preparation vessel specifications determined by production capacity
Sugar dissolving mixer made of high-quality AISI 304 stainless steel
Sugar mixer pump: 7 HP (5 kW)
Homogenizing pump located beneath the powder dissolving mixer: 4 kW
Centrifugal pump: 2.2 kW
Sugar dissolving mixer motor: HIDROMEK (Italian-made)
All tanks operate on a steam system
Product inlet/outlet sizes: DN40 / DN50 / DN76
Mixing motor power determined by production capacity
Reciprocating homogenizer integrated with the preparation line
Homogenizer operates on a single-stage or two-stage system (based on requirements)
All control connections linked to a PLC system
Heat exchanger (5,000-liter capacity, AISI 316L)
All machinery components mounted on a single AISI 304 stainless steel platform
Full line control via an Italian-made PLC control screen
30 automatic control points (switching/operation) linked to the control screen
The sugar dissolving and juice preparation line is a fundamental component of juice and beverage factories, as it ensures the proper preparation of the syrup. ...base product with consistent specifications before it moves to the mixing, pasteurization, and filling stages.
Rapid and complete sugar dissolution, preventing the formation of sediment or crystals.
Preparation of a homogeneous sugar syrup with precise concentration according to the required recipe.
Precise control of sugar content (Brix), ensuring consistent product taste across batches.
Homogeneous mixing of ingredients—such as water, sugar, fruit concentrates, flavors, acids, and permitted additives—according to the recipe.
Enhancing juice quality by ensuring a uniform composition across all containers.
Reducing production time compared to manual dissolution and mixing.
Minimizing raw material waste through precise quantity control.
Ability to control temperature during sugar dissolution and syrup preparation.
Improving hygiene and food safety through a closed system and reduced manual handling.
Automation capabilities and integration with PLC control systems, sensors, and feed pumps.
Seamless transition to pasteurization, homogenization, and filling stages after juice preparation.
Key Line Components
The line typically consists of a sugar dissolution tank, heating system, mixer, sanitary pumps, filters, a preparation and mixing tank, Brix and temperature measuring instruments, and a PLC control system; an automated CIP (Clean-in-Place) system can also be added.
The line's primary function is to ensure the production of juice with consistent composition, taste, and concentration, while increasing production capacity and reducing waste and reliance on manual labor.
The line can be fully assembled on a single skid (platform).
Alternatively, the line components can be installed separately.
