Dairy Plant Utility

Milk heating plants: Ensuring safety and extending shelf life Milk heating plants, also known as pasteurization plants, are facilities crucial for processing milk and dairy products to ensure safety and extend shelf life. These plants utilize heat treatment to eliminate harmful bacteria and microorganisms present in raw milk, making it safe for consumption. Key components Heat Exchangers: These devices facilitate the efficient transfer of heat between the milk and heating/cooling mediums. Plate heat exchangers are commonly used in the dairy industry due to their high efficiency, compact design, and ease of cleaning. Balance Tank: This component maintains a constant flow of milk into the pasteurization system and receives any unpasteurized milk diverted back for reprocessing. Holding Tube: This tube ensures the milk remains at the required pasteurization temperature for the specified duration, effectively eliminating pathogens. Cooling System: After pasteurization, the milk is rapidly cooled to prevent further bacterial growth and preserve its quality.

An industrial milk chilling plant rapidly cools milk to a temperature below 4C (39F) to prevent bacterial growth and extend shelf life. This process, essential in the dairy industry, involves receiving, cooling, and storing milk in sanitized conditions.