Experimental Beverage Pilot Plant Line
| Origin | Shanghai |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Origin Category | Domestic (China) |
| Model | SY-100 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request |
Overview
The Experimental Beverage Pilot Plant Line (Model SY-100) is a modular, bench-to-pilot-scale processing system engineered for rigorous process development, formulation validation, and small-batch production of liquid functional beverages. Designed in collaboration with the School of Agriculture and Biology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, this pilot line implements core unit operations—including mixing, homogenization, thermal processing (HTST/UHT), cooling, filling, and capping—within a compact footprint suitable for university laboratories, R&D centers, and quality assurance facilities. Its operational principle follows continuous or semi-continuous flow processing architecture, replicating industrial-scale hygienic design standards while enabling precise control over time–temperature profiles, shear history, and mass transfer parameters. Unlike generic lab-scale mixers or kettles, the SY-100 integrates sanitary-grade 316L stainless steel wetted parts, validated CIP/SIP interfaces, and modular PID-controlled heating/cooling loops—ensuring data continuity from bench trials to commercial scale-up.
Key Features
- Scalable throughput range: 20–500 L/h, supporting both low-volume recipe screening and extended-duration stability studies.
- Three filling temperature regimes: hot-fill (85–95°C), ambient-fill (20–30°C), and cold-fill (4–10°C), compatible with PET bottles, glass containers, or customer-supplied packaging formats.
- Self-contained utility interface: requires only municipal water (or purified water), compressed air (optional), and standard 3-phase industrial electricity—no steam boiler or chilled water plant needed.
- Modular unit integration: individual components—including plate heat exchangers, tubular sterilizers, vacuum deaerators, and positive displacement fillers—can operate independently or as part of the full line.
- Industrial-grade thermal processing module: featuring a validated HTST system with residence time control, temperature logging (±0.3°C accuracy), and automated start-up/shutdown sequences compliant with basic HACCP principles.
- Compact footprint (≤8 m²) optimized for laboratory environments with ceiling height ≥2.8 m and floor loading capacity ≥5 kN/m².
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The SY-100 accommodates a broad spectrum of beverage matrices: dairy-based emulsions (e.g., flavored milk, yogurt drinks), acidified tea infusions, cloudy fruit/vegetable juices, herbal extracts, probiotic suspensions, and fortified nutritional beverages. All wetted surfaces meet 3-A Sanitary Standards #37-01 for dairy and beverage equipment. While not certified to ISO 22000 or FDA 21 CFR Part 11 out-of-the-box, the system’s architecture supports audit-ready documentation—data loggers record temperature, flow rate, and pressure at critical control points; all electrical panels conform to IEC 60204-1; and material traceability (weld logs, surface finish Ra ≤0.8 µm) is provided per batch. Optional upgrades include GLP-compliant electronic batch records and 21 CFR Part 11–enabled software modules.
Software & Data Management
The base configuration includes a local HMI (Human-Machine Interface) with touch-enabled SCADA visualization, real-time trend logging (1 Hz sampling), and CSV export capability. Optional enhancements include Ethernet/IP or Modbus TCP connectivity for integration into enterprise MES platforms, automated calibration certificate generation, and audit-trail-enabled parameter change history (user ID, timestamp, pre/post values). All firmware updates follow version-controlled release protocols, and system diagnostics support remote troubleshooting via secure VPN—minimizing downtime during academic semesters or contract research cycles.
Applications
- Formulation optimization: evaluating pH-stability interactions, preservative efficacy, cloud retention, and viscosity modifiers under realistic shear and thermal stress.
- Shelf-life assessment: conducting accelerated aging studies (40°C/75% RH) and real-time storage trials using identical packaging and process conditions as intended commercial lines.
- Regulatory dossier preparation: generating process validation reports (IQ/OQ/PQ), microbial reduction logs, and thermal death time (F₀) calculations required for health authority submissions.
- Training and pedagogy: demonstrating Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) workflows, hazard analysis, and preventive controls to food science students and QA/QC personnel.
- Contract manufacturing support: producing clinical trial batches, influencer samples, or limited-edition SKUs under documented SOPs traceable to raw material lots.
FAQ
Is the SY-100 suitable for sterile filtration of probiotic beverages?
Yes—when integrated with a validated 0.45 µm or 0.22 µm membrane filter module (optional add-on), the line supports aseptic cold-fill operation with pre-sterilized packaging.
Can the system handle high-viscosity formulations like smoothies or protein shakes?
It supports viscosities up to 500 mPa·s at 20°C using progressive cavity pumps and low-shear inline homogenizers; optional rotor-stator units extend capability to 1,200 mPa·s.
What level of automation is included by default?
Standard configuration provides PLC-based sequencing with manual valve actuation; fully automated mode (auto-valving, recipe recall, auto-CIP) is available as an upgrade package.
Does the line comply with EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC?
Yes—the CE-marked variant includes full risk assessment documentation, emergency stop circuitry, and guarding per EN ISO 13857, delivered with Declaration of Conformity.
How is cleaning validation supported?
The system includes dedicated CIP circulation loops with conductivity and temperature monitoring; users receive a CIP validation template aligned with ASTM E2983-14 guidelines.
