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Continuous Cold Fill Ketchup Processing (Without Particulates)

Process Description

The various raw ingredients are pumped from the raw ingredient storage tanks to the blending tank. From the blending tank the ketchup is pumped through the regenerator where it is pre-heated using a WCB plate heat exchanger section. The product is then heated to approximately 250°F in the final heater section and held in the hold tube for a timed period. After holding, the product is cooled in regeneration and final cooler sections to the desired filling temperature. An optional deaerator may be used before filling to remove any entrained gasses. The product is homogenized by a WCB homogenizer immediately prior to filling.

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Continuous Cold Fill Ketchup Processing (Without Particulates)
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Process System Features

  • Utilizes highly efficient plate heat exchangers for process duty.
  • Improved color and flavor.
  • Continuous system design yields high operating efficiency.
  • Continuous tomato paste standardization with no solids lost in bags.
  • Optional deaeration insures bubble free final product in glass bottles.
  • Process can be completely cleaned in place.
  • Programmable logic controls for repeatable product consistency.