SY-100 Pilot-Scale Beverage Production Line
| (Origin | Shanghai, China |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer Type | Authorized Distributor |
| Origin Category | Domestic (PRC) |
| Model | SY-100 |
| Pricing | Available Upon Request) |
Overview
The SY-100 Pilot-Scale Beverage Production Line is an integrated, modular, and fully functional bench-to-pilot processing system engineered for precision process development, formulation optimization, and scalable technology transfer in beverage R&D environments. Designed according to industrial hygienic principles and validated unit operations, it replicates core stages of commercial beverage manufacturing—including raw material handling, mixing, homogenization (optional), thermal processing (HTST/UHT/pasteurization), cooling, filling, and capping—within a compact footprint suitable for university laboratories, corporate innovation centers, and contract development facilities. Its operational principle centers on continuous or semi-continuous flow processing under controlled temperature, pressure, and residence time parameters, enabling reproducible simulation of full-scale production conditions while maintaining strict adherence to food-grade sanitary standards (3A, EHEDG-compliant surface finishes where applicable).
Key Features
- Scalable throughput range: 20–500 L/h, configurable via pump speed, heat exchanger duty, and holding tube length to match specific product viscosity, thermal sensitivity, and microbiological stability requirements.
- Turnkey engineering solution: Pre-integrated, pre-tested, and factory-validated system with single-point utility connections (industrial power, potable water, purified water).
- Multi-platform compatibility: Supports hot-fill (85–95°C), ambient-fill (20–30°C), and cold-fill (2–8°C) configurations for PET bottles, glass containers, or customer-supplied packaging formats—enabling shelf-life studies, stability testing, and sensory evaluation under real-world conditions.
- Modular architecture: Individual units—including blending tanks, plate heat exchangers, steam-jacketed sterilizers, positive displacement fillers, and cap sealers—operate independently or as part of the line, facilitating equipment qualification (IQ/OQ), maintenance isolation, and flexible process mapping.
- Energy-optimized design: Integrated thermal recovery loops, variable-frequency drive (VFD) control on all major pumps and conveyors, and low-thermal-mass heating elements minimize total energy demand without compromising process fidelity.
- Sanitary construction: All wetted parts fabricated from AISI 316L stainless steel with Ra ≤ 0.4 µm electropolished surfaces; tri-clamp (DIN 11851) connections throughout; fully drainable layout meeting FDA 21 CFR Part 110 and ISO 22000 hygiene prerequisites.
Sample Compatibility & Compliance
The SY-100 accommodates a broad spectrum of aqueous-based beverage matrices, including dairy-based emulsions (e.g., flavored milk, plant-based alternatives), tea infusions, fruit/vegetable juice blends, herbal extracts, functional beverages (vitamin-fortified, probiotic, electrolyte-enhanced), and low-pH acidic drinks (pH 2.8–4.2). It complies with GMP-aligned facility requirements for pilot-scale food processing and supports documentation packages aligned with GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and early-stage GMP readiness assessments. All thermal processes are traceable via calibrated PT100 sensors and programmable logic controller (PLC)-based batch records, enabling compliance with ASTM F1901 (thermal processing validation) and ISO 11135 (sterilization process validation) frameworks.
Software & Data Management
The line is controlled by an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLC with integrated HMI interface supporting recipe management, real-time parameter logging (temperature, flow rate, pressure, conductivity), and alarm history. Data export is available in CSV format for integration with LIMS or statistical analysis platforms (e.g., JMP, Minitab). Audit trails meet ALCOA+ principles (Attributable, Legible, Contemporaneous, Original, Accurate, Complete, Consistent, Enduring, Available) and support FDA 21 CFR Part 11 electronic record/electronic signature readiness when deployed with appropriate IT infrastructure and procedural controls.
Applications
- R&D process validation and scale-up modeling for new beverage formulations
- Sensory panel sample preparation under production-representative filling and thermal histories
- Shelf-life acceleration studies (real-time and accelerated) with controlled post-fill storage protocols
- Processing parameter optimization (e.g., pasteurization time/temperature, homogenization pressure, deaeration vacuum level)
- Regulatory submission support: generation of process flow diagrams, P&IDs, and batch records for health authority review (e.g., EFSA, FDA, NMPA)
- Academic teaching: hands-on instruction in food engineering, thermal processing, packaging science, and HACCP implementation
FAQ
What utilities are required for operation?
Industrial-grade 3-phase 380 V / 50 Hz power supply, potable water (≥3 bar), and purified water (for CIP and final rinse) — no compressed air or steam boiler required.
Can the line be validated for GMP use?
Yes — IQ/OQ documentation templates are provided; PQ execution requires site-specific product challenge studies and is supported by our commissioning engineers.
Is remote monitoring or data integration possible?
The PLC supports Modbus TCP and Ethernet/IP protocols; optional OPC UA gateway enables connection to MES or cloud-based analytics platforms.
What is the typical lead time and installation scope?
Standard delivery: 12–16 weeks after order confirmation; installation includes mechanical commissioning, utility tie-in verification, FAT/SAT support, and operator training.
Does the system support cleaning-in-place (CIP)?
Yes — fully automated CIP cycle with caustic, acid, and sanitizing phases; conductivity and temperature monitoring ensure cleaning efficacy per ISO 15877 and 3-A SSI 08-03 standards.
