Industrial Tunnel Pasteurizer for Bottled & Canned Foods – Customizable Belt Width (400-2000mm) & Multi-Stage Temperature Control
Industrial tunnel pasteurizer for bottled foods
,Customizable belt width pasteurizer
,Multi-stage temperature control pasteurizer
This customizable sterilizer is designed for thermal or chemical sterilization of food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and laboratory products to eliminate pathogenic microorganisms and extend shelf life. Available in tunnel pasteurizer, UHT liquid sterilizer, and steam autoclave configurations.
The system is fully customizable in belt width, capacity, temperature range, sterilization time, and control logic. Tunnel pasteurizers use hot water spray to gradually heat packaged products to 65-95°C, holding at pasteurization temperature for a set time before cooling. UHT sterilizers process liquid products at 138-140°C for 2-10 seconds, effectively killing bacteria while preserving nutritional content. Autoclaves use saturated steam at 105-137°C under pressure for terminal sterilization of labware, vials, and medical devices.
| Parameter | Tunnel Pasteurizer | UHT Sterilizer Line | Steam Autoclave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belt width (customizable) | 400 - 2000 mm | N/A (pipe diameter customizable) | Chamber volume up to 3500L |
| Capacity (customizable) | 0.5 - 5 t/h | 1000 - 10,000 L/h | 200 - 3500 L |
| Sterilization temperature (customizable) | 65 - 95°C | 100 - 145°C | 105 - 137°C |
| Sterilization method (customizable) | Hot water spray / Steam injection | Tubular / Plate heat exchanger | Steam / Steam-air mixture |
| Conveyor speed (customizable) | 0.5 - 10 m/min | N/A (flow rate controlled) | N/A |
| Holding time (customizable) | 5 - 40 min | 2 - 30 sec | 5 - 60 min (programmable) |
| Cooling method (customizable) | Multi-stage water cooling | Integrated cooling section | Water jacket / Vacuum cooling |
| Control system | PLC + HMI | PLC + HMI with recipe management | Touchscreen with 8+ programmable cycles |
| Material | SUS304 stainless steel | SUS304/SUS316L | 316L stainless steel |
| Power supply | 380V, 50/60Hz, 3-phase | 380V, 50/60Hz, 3-phase | 380V, 50/60Hz, 3-phase |
| Typical application | Canned food, soft-packed vegetables, sauces | Milk, juice, tea, liquid foods | Labware, vials, syringes, medical devices |
- Food & beverage: Canned fruits/vegetables, juice, milk, sauce, soft-packed meat products, pickled vegetables
- Pharmaceutical: Ampoules, vials, syringes, stoppers, and process equipment sterilization
- Laboratory: Glassware, media, waste decontamination, research materials
- Cosmetics & personal care: Cream jars, lotion bottles, packaging materials
This sterilizer is highly customizable to meet your specific production requirements:
- Belt/roller type: Stainless steel chain mesh, chain plate, or roller bar - customizable based on packaging type (soft bag, glass bottle, metal can)
- Belt width: From 400mm to 2000mm - customizable
- Temperature zones: Number of pre-heat, sterilization, and cooling zones - customizable
- Capacity: From 0.5 t/h to 10 t/h for pasteurizers; 1000-10,000 L/h for UHT systems
- Sterilization method: Hot water spray (tunnel), plate/tubular heat exchanger (UHT), or steam (autoclave)
- Packaging compatibility: Soft bags, glass bottles, metal cans, pouches - customizable conveyor design
- CIP system: Integrated clean-in-place for sanitary operation
- Temperature recording: Optional chart recorder or digital data logger
- Automation: Semi-automatic to fully automatic with remote monitoring
- Steam source: Direct steam injection or indirect heat exchange
- Precise temperature control: PID-regulated heating maintains ±1°C accuracy for consistent sterilization results
- Energy efficient design: Heat recovery from cooling section pre-heats incoming water; frequency control reduces power consumption
- Versatile packaging compatibility: Handles soft bags, glass bottles, metal cans, and pouches with interchangeable conveyor options
- High production capacity: Continuous operation with automatic feeding and discharge
- Hygienic construction: SUS304 stainless steel frame with water-sealed cover preventing steam leakage
- Programmable cycles: Multiple recipes stored in PLC for different products (autoclave: up to 8+ programs)
- Safety protection: Over-temperature alarm, emergency stop, steam pressure interlock, phase reversal protection
- Data recording: Optional temperature curve recording for quality traceability
- Low maintenance: Easy-to-clean surfaces, sealed bearings, quick-access panels
- Free process consultation - send your product for trial sterilization
- Custom layout design for your production floor
- On-site installation and commissioning (customizable support packages)
- Operator training program included
- Remote troubleshooting via video call or IoT monitoring
- 12-24 month warranty on mechanical components
- Spare parts availability from regional warehouses
- Preventive maintenance service contracts available
- Lifetime technical support via phone, email, or chat
- Packing: Anti-rust film + reinforced plywood case for main body and control cabinet; foam padding for fragile components (control panel, sensors)
- Standard model lead time: 15-30 days after order confirmation
- Custom configuration lead time: 30-60 days (longer for custom widths or multi-zone configurations)
- Shipping: FOB Shanghai / CIF by sea, air, or rail
- Customizable: Export crating, custom labeling, destination port documentation
Pasteurization uses temperatures below 100°C (typically 65-95°C) to kill pathogenic microorganisms while preserving product quality - commonly used for beverages and packaged foods. Sterilization uses higher temperatures (above 100°C) or chemical methods to eliminate all microorganisms - required for long-shelf-life products. The method is customizable based on your application.
The conveyor system is customizable to handle soft bags (plastic pouches), glass bottles, metal cans (tinplate), and PET bottles. Belt options include stainless steel chain mesh, chain plate, or roller bar conveyors depending on packaging type.