SY-100 Modular Pilot-Scale Beverage Processing Line
| Origin | Shanghai, China |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Origin Category | Domestic (PRC) |
| Model | SY-100 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Technical Consultation |
Overview
The SY-100 Modular Pilot-Scale Beverage Processing Line is an engineered laboratory-to-pilot transition system designed to replicate core unit operations of industrial beverage manufacturing under controlled, scalable conditions. Built upon Couette-flow thermal processing principles and hygienic fluid-handling architecture, it supports process validation, formulation development, shelf-life assessment, and regulatory-compliant trial production. Unlike generic benchtop units, the SY-100 integrates continuous flow pasteurization, precision temperature-controlled filling, and modular unit operations—each validated for GMP-aligned operation in R&D, QA/QC, and academic settings. Its design reflects input from Shanghai Jiao Tong University’s College of Agriculture and Biology, ensuring alignment with food science pedagogy and industry-relevant process fidelity.
Key Features
- Scalable throughput range: 20–500 L/h, enabling both low-volume recipe screening and extended batch trials without overcommitting raw materials
- Three thermal filling configurations: hot-fill (85–95°C), ambient-fill (20–30°C), and cold-fill (2–8°C), compatible with PET bottles, glass containers, or client-provided packaging formats
- Self-contained utility interface: requires only municipal water (or purified water), standard three-phase industrial electricity (380 V / 50 Hz), and compressed air (if optional capping module is integrated)
- Modular unit independence: individual components—including homogenizer, plate heat exchanger, flash cooler, and UHT-style sterilizer—operate autonomously or as part of the integrated line
- Energy-optimized architecture: thermal recovery loops, insulated piping, and variable-frequency drive (VFD) control on pumps minimize specific energy consumption per liter processed
- Stainless-steel 316L wetted parts throughout; surface finish Ra ≤ 0.4 µm; ASME BPE-compliant welds and orbital polishing on critical zones
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The SY-100 accommodates a broad spectrum of aqueous-based beverages: dairy emulsions (e.g., flavored milk, yogurt drinks), clarified and pulpy fruit/vegetable juices, herbal infusions, functional tonics, and probiotic suspensions. All contact surfaces meet FDA 21 CFR Part 110 and ISO 22000 hygiene requirements. The integrated sterilizer complies with ISO 13485 manufacturing standards and has been deployed in over 120 domestic pilot facilities subject to provincial food and drug administration (CFDA) audits. For international users, documentation packages include material traceability records, FAT/SAT protocols, and optional IQ/OQ templates aligned with EU Annex 15 and ASTM E2500-13 guidance.
Software & Data Management
Process parameters—including inlet/outlet temperatures, flow rates, holding time, and fill volume—are logged at 1-second intervals via embedded Siemens S7-1200 PLC with OPC UA server integration. Historical data exports to CSV or SQL-compatible formats support statistical process control (SPC) analysis in JMP, Minitab, or custom Python pipelines. Audit trails comply with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements when paired with optional user-access controls and electronic signature modules. No cloud dependency: all data resides locally on encrypted industrial SSD storage with redundant backup capability.
Applications
- R&D formulation trials: evaluating preservative efficacy, pH-stability interactions, and thermal degradation kinetics across beverage matrices
- Shelf-life modeling: generating accelerated stability data under defined temperature/humidity regimes per ICH Q1A(R3)
- Regulatory submission support: producing GMP-grade reference batches for FDA GRAS notifications or EFSA health claim dossiers
- Academic instruction: hands-on training in HACCP principle implementation, thermal death time calculation, and clean-in-place (CIP) validation
- Contract manufacturing qualification: bridging analytical method transfer between lab-scale and commercial-scale production lines
FAQ
Can the SY-100 be validated for GLP or GMP environments?
Yes—full validation documentation (DQ/IQ/OQ/PQ) is available upon request, including sensor calibration certificates traceable to NIM (National Institute of Metrology, China).
Is CIP/SIP functionality included as standard?
CIP is fully integrated with programmable multi-step cycles; SIP (steam-in-place) is optional and requires steam generator integration.
What level of technical support is provided post-installation?
On-site commissioning, operator training (8 hours), and 24-month hardware warranty are included; extended service contracts cover preventive maintenance and remote diagnostics.
Does the system support integration with LIMS or MES platforms?
Yes—via OPC UA or Modbus TCP; API endpoints can be configured for direct ingestion into LabWare LIMS or Siemens Opcenter Execution Suite.
