SPX FLOW UHT processing range

SPX FLOW offers a range of ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing solutions, including direct heating systems such as steam injection, and indirect heating systems, such as tubular heat exchangers.

The Infusion UHT plants provide heating and cooling with holding times to produce products with extended shelf life (ESL) and fresh tastes. The system can be used across a range of products and viscosities.

The patented design of the infusion plants includes a lobe-style pump with holding times that can be varied to meet application needs. The InfusionPlus process can heat products up to 157°C, with short holding times, preserving the natural characteristics of the product and producing a ‘fresh’ pasteurised milk flavour.

For products with higher viscosities, the Instant Infusion plant can treat high fouling products with up to 58% total solids. The system has also been shown to produce 70% less vitamin loss compared with other technologies.

Standard ‘Express’ solutions provide economical UHT processing, offering customers a solution with a short lead time. Express packages are available for capacities between 3000 and 26,000 L/h. Although these are ‘standard’ solutions, customers can select from a range of options, such as types of balance tank, w/wo CIP, filters, number of loops, different tube configurations, homogeniser types, deaerator and insulation and heat protection.

The design of the packages is based on SPX FLOW’s engineering experience, offering technology with the benefits of a customised tubular UHT plant. Tubular UHT Express systems can perform for long run times, with their design minimising energy, water and CIP chemical usage. The systems are also straightforward to maintain.