Milk product evaporator for high solids concentration
In the dairy industry, there is often a need to concentrate milk products to high total solids percentages. Challenges include achieving high solids content while maintaining product quality and optimizing energy use.
Effectively concentrate various milk products
The Hi-Con Evaporator from Kovalus Separation Solutions is designed to efficiently concentrate a wide range of dairy products, including skim and whole milk, whey, and permeate. This evaporator can start with feed concentrations between 6% and 24% total solids and achieve up to 62% total solids. The system employs both Mechanical Vapor Recompression (MVR) and Thermal Vapor Recompression (TVR) technologies at different stages of the process to enhance productivity and energy efficiency. With generous surface areas in each calandria and integrated balance tanks, the evaporator promotes longer run times and optimal tube wetting rates. This makes it ideal for operations that require sustained and efficient evaporation performance. The use of 316L stainless steel for product contact surfaces ensures a longer service life and compliance with industry standards.
Benefits
- High total solids percentage concentration
- Extended run times and increased efficiency
- Optimized product quality through controlled operating temperatures
- Reduced equipment footprint with integrated balance tank
- Long-lasting 316L stainless steel contact surfaces