FreeTherm

MULTIFUNCTIONAL BATCH COOKER - Blend & Steam Cook 10kg/h to 2,000kg/h

WORLD-LEADING FLEXIBILITY IN BLENDING & COOKING

Multifunctional and cost-effective batch steam cooking system for producing processed cheese, pasta filata types, sauces, purees, baby food, meat, pet food and more. There's 5 sizes; from a 10L R&D model to a 500L giant.

» Up to 4x 500kg batches per hour (4x 1,100lb) (5x in some situations).
» Fast CIP for maximum uptime.
» Automatic programs for different uses.
» Incredible flexibility, steam injection.
» Low operating cost, fast ROI.

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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

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 150	6	150L	Approx. 400L	3,650 x 3,550 x 3,150mm*
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

Multifunctional

Multifunctional batch processing system for cost effective production, providing excellent 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

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
Different mixing auger executions available depending on the product requirement
Further options on request

For additional functions
or different execution for FT50

Lifting equipment for ingredients addition
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
Different mixing auger executions available depending on the product requirement
Further options on request

For additional functions
or different execution for FT150

Bin lifter for ingredients addition
Level measurement for exact dosage and traceability
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
Different mixing auger executions available depending on the product requirement
Further options on demand

For additional functions
or different execution FT250

Bin lifter for ingredients addition
Level measurement for exact dosage and traceability
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
Different mixing auger executions available depending on the product requirement
Further options on demand

For additional functions
or different execution for FT500

Bin lifter for ingredients addition
Level measurement for exact dosage and traceability
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
Different mixing auger executions available depending on the product requirement
Seamless integration with a UHT RotaTherm® cooker (if desired)
Further options on demand