Batch cooker: FreeTherm. Automatic, industrial batch cooker using steam

BATCH COOKER - Automatic, industrial batch cookers using steam. 5kg/h to 2,000kg/h

WORLD-LEADING FLEXIBILITY IN BLENDING & BATCH COOKING

An industrial batch cooker, focused on flexibility, that is automatic, cost-effective and uses steam injection for producing processed cheese, mozzarella, sauces, purees, baby food, meat, pet food and more.

» Fastest CIP (fastest changeovers, max uptime).
» Save your own recipes/processes (quick changeover, consistent).
» Low downtime, high productivity, fast ROI.
» Steam > Freshest taste & colours.
» 4 sizes: Up to 4x 500kg batches per hour (5kg min batch) (4x 1,100lb; 5kg=11lb) (5x in some situations).

Batch cooker: FreeTherm. Automatic, industrial batch cooker using steam

FreeTherm

The Natec Network FreeTherm is a purpose designed batch processing system for a complete range of product types, viscosities and compositions, such as: processed cheese, pasta filata types, sauces, purees, baby food, meat, pet food and more. All ingredients are gently mixed by two independently controlled augers. Product heating utilises unique Natec Network direct steam injectors and the product is de-aerated using an integrated vacuum system. Temperature is accurately monitored by Natec Network unique self-cleaning temperature probes. It can pasteurise.

After processing, the product is discharged into an enclosed catchment bin, R&D trolley or insulated buffer tank, with an agitator, to wait for delivery to downstream systems. Great flexibility and different options make the FreeTherm a multifunctional batch processing system for a wide range of products.

Processed cheese
Pasta filata
Soups, sauces & dressings
Meat products
Plant based & vegan
Fruit & vegetables
Baby food
Specialty food
Pet food

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Type

Direct Steam
 Injectors (DSI)

 Capacity Buffer Tank Dimensions (LxWxH in mm)
FreeTherm 10  2  10L  Not applicable  1,700 x 850 x 1,450mm
FreeTherm 50  4  50L  Options available  2,300 x 1,550 x 1,750mm
FreeTherm 250  8  250L  Approx. 400L  3,650 x 3,800 x 3,150mm*
FreeTherm 500  10  500L  Approx. 800L  4,000 x 4,300 x 3,150mm*

* Dimensions including bin lifter and buffer tank. Different configurations available to suit your plant layout.

Food applications: SOS, Mozzarella, Puree, Sauce, Soup, Meat, Pet food

Benefits

» Fastest CIP (fastest changeovers, max uptime).
» Save your own recipes/processes (quick changeover, consistent).
» Low downtime, high productivity, fast ROI.
» Steam > Freshest taste & colours.
» 4 sizes: Up to 4x 500kg batches per hour (5kg min batch) (4x 1,100lb; 5kg=11lb) (5x in some situations).
» Can cool.

 

Multifunctional

  • Multifunctional batch processing system for cost effective production, providing the best finished product quality
 

Highest flexibility

  • Mixing pattern flexibility increases blending and heating efficiency

Direct steam injectors

  • Effective heating using unique direct steam injectors which eliminate product hotspots
  • Steam is the fastest way to cook and best preserves nutrients, colours and tastes

Vacuum system

  • Integrated vacuum system for de-aeration for density control and colour stability

Clean-In-Place

  • Different automatic programs for easy production and CIP
  • Fully enclosed, CIP able, hygienic design ensuring product safety

Central control surveillance system

  • Central control and surveillance system for high operator comfort

Options

For additional functions
or different execution for FT10

  • Steam conditioning unit
  • Shaft seal upgrade
  • Double jacketing of processing vessel
  • Automatic water dosing
  • Further options on request

For additional functions
or different execution for FT50

  • Lifting equipment for ingredients addition
  • Cooling to as low as 50°C with a condenser
  • Steam conditioning unit
  • Powder and ingredient addition systems
  • Shear pump for products like spreadable cheese
  • Shaft seal upgrade
  • Cleaning via connection to an existing CIP system
  • Combined discharge and CIP pump
  • Double jacketing of processing vessel
  • Automatic water dosing
  • Further options on request

For additional functions
or different execution FT250

  • Bin lifter for ingredients addition
  • Level measurement for exact dosage and traceability
  • Cooling to as low as 50°C with a condenser
  • Steam conditioning unit
  • Powder and ingredient addition systems
  • Shear pump for products like spreadable cheese
  • Shaft seal upgrade
  • Cleaning via connection to an existing CIP system
  • Combined discharge and CIP pump
  • Double jacketing of processing vessel
  • Automatic water dosing
  • Further options on demand

For additional functions
or different execution for FT500

  • Bin lifter for ingredients addition
  • Level measurement for exact dosage and traceability
  • Cooling to as low as 50°C with a condenser
  • Steam conditioning unit
  • Powder and ingredient addition systems
  • Shear pump for products like spreadable cheese and plant based products
  • Shaft seal upgrade
  • Integration with existing CIP system
  • Combined discharge and CIP pump
  • Double jacketing of processing vessel
  • Automatic water dosing
  • Seamless integration with a UHT RotaTherm® cooker (if desired)
  • Further options on demand
 
 

Technical data

Machine data

  • FT10: LxWxH: 1,700 x 850 x 1,450mm
  • FT50: LxWxH: 2,300 x 1,550 x 1,750mm
  • FT250: LxWxH: 3,650 x 3,800 x 3,150mm *
  • FT500: LxWxH: 4,000 x 4,300 x 3,150mm *
  • 400 V, 50 Hz, 3 phase
  • Different voltages available

Capacity data

  • Up to five batches per hour (4 normally)
  • FT10: 5-10kg per batch (11-22lbs) / Up to 50kg/h (110lbs/h)
  • FT50: 25-50kg per batch (55-110lbs) / Up to 250kg/h (550lbs/h)
  • FT250: 125-250kg per batch (275-550lbs) / Up to 1,250kg/h (2,750lbs/h)
  • FT500: 250-500kg per batch (550-1,100lbs) / Up to 2,500kg/h (5,500lbs/h)
  • Depending on product and temperature
 

Heating temperature

  • Up to 98 °C (208 °F) by direct steam injection
  • Pasteurisation

Utilities

  • Steam (3 bar), air, water and power as required

Cleaning

  • FT50: Optional CIP ability
  • FT250-500: Automatic cleaning via spray balls and integrated systems
  • FT250-500: Can be connected to an existing CIP system

Execution

  • All product contact surfaces are AISI 316 L (1.4044) stainless steel

Human Resources

  • 1 operator required
 
 

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