Fruit Concentrate Production Line and Factory Setup

A fruit concentrate production line is an integrated industrial system designed to receive, wash, crush, extract, enzyme-treat, concentrate, clarify, filter and pasteurize fruit juice into high-Brix concentrate under controlled hygienic conditions. The line produces clear or cloudy concentrates for further use in beverage and food industries.

From an industrial perspective, fruit concentrate manufacturing is important because it combines efficient extraction, enzymatic treatment for yield improvement, multi-effect vacuum evaporation, clarification and fine filtration to achieve high concentration, clarity and microbiological stability. The process relies on a defined sequence of unit operations that must be correctly engineered and integrated.

Primary raw materials typically include fresh fruit, process water, enzymes, clarifying agents and packaging materials. Core machinery consists of fruit reception channels, elevators, crushers (up to 6 t capacity), presses, enzyme tanks, 3-effect evaporators for primary concentration, fining tanks, rotary vacuum filters, kieselguhr filters and 7-effect evaporators for final concentration.

The Industrial Department supports investors establishing a new fruit concentrate factory as well as existing plant owners requiring repair, overhaul, capacity expansion or automation of current concentrate lines. Projects can start from an empty site or from an operating facility that needs technical upgrading.

Whether the goal is a green-field turnkey fruit concentrate plant in Iraq, Kurdistan Region, Afghanistan or other regional markets, or the modernization of an existing line in Iran, engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation, commissioning and ongoing technical support can be provided under defined contractual scopes.

Production Line Overview

The fruit concentrate production line is engineered as an integrated process system covering fruit reception and washing, crushing and pressing, enzymatic treatment, primary multi-effect evaporation, clarification, filtration, final multi-effect evaporation, storage and pasteurization. Design capacity is determined during the engineering phase and can typically support industrial throughputs with crusher capacity around 6 t, depending on final product mix and market requirements.

Product types include clear and cloudy fruit concentrates of various Brix levels. The overall process flow follows a defined sequence: reception and washing, crushing and pressing, enzyme treatment, 3-effect primary concentration, fining, rotary vacuum and kieselguhr filtration, 7-effect final concentration, storage and pasteurization.

Main machinery groups include reception channels, elevators, crushers, presses, enzyme tanks with agitators, 3-effect evaporators, fining tanks, rotary vacuum filters, kieselguhr filters, 7-effect evaporators and pasteurization systems. Supporting infrastructure covers electrical power, steam or gas, process water and compressed air.

Manpower requirements depend on the degree of automation. Quality control covers fruit quality, extract yield, Brix, clarity, residual enzyme activity and packaging integrity. Finished concentrate is stored under controlled conditions before distribution.

Technical Specifications

The following technical data represent typical ranges for an industrial fruit concentrate production line. Final values are defined during basic and detailed engineering and may vary according to selected technology, level of automation, product portfolio and factory layout. For precise project-specific figures, contact the Industrial Department.

All figures are indicative. Detailed utility balances, equipment lists and layout drawings are prepared after process definition and capacity confirmation.

Products

An industrial fruit concentrate production line can manufacture a variety of finished products depending on the selected fruit and clarification level. Typical product families include:

• Clear fruit concentrates
• Cloudy fruit concentrates
• Various fruit types and Brix levels
• Bulk packaging formats

Variant development (Brix target, clarity, packaging) is defined during product development and process engineering according to target markets.

Raw Materials for Fruit Concentrate Factory

Raw material selection and quality control are critical for extract yield, color and stability. The main materials used are described below.

Main Raw Materials

• Fresh fruit – Quality of incoming fruit directly influences extract yield and final concentrate quality.
• Process water, enzymes, clarifying agents (gelatin, bentonite, silica sol) – Used for extraction improvement and clarification.

Secondary / Optional Materials

• Acids, bases, filter aids
• Packaging materials

Storage and handling conditions must be controlled to preserve fruit quality before processing.

Sahi Rasa For Factories raw material

The Supply Chain Department is prepared to support identification, evaluation and supply of the main and auxiliary raw materials required by fruit concentrate factories. Depending on the contractual scope, services may include supplier identification and evaluation, procurement and purchase coordination, specification control, logistics coordination, supply-chain design for continuous production, ongoing supply arrangements, and supply of materials from Iran for projects located in regional markets.

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Raw-material supply chain support can be examined for industrial projects located in Iran, Iraq, the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Manufacturing Process

The industrial fruit concentrate process follows a defined sequence of unit operations.

1. Reception and Washing – Fruit is received, sorted and washed.
2. Crushing and Pressing – Fruit is crushed (capacity around 6 t) and pressed to extract juice.
3. Enzyme Treatment – Extract is treated with enzymes to break down pectin and improve yield.
4. Primary Concentration – Juice is concentrated in a 3-effect vacuum evaporator.
5. Clarification – Concentrated juice is treated in fining tanks with enzymes, gelatin, bentonite and silica sol to separate phases.
6. Filtration – Settled phase is processed through rotary vacuum filters; supernatant through kieselguhr filters.
7. Final Concentration – Clarified product is further concentrated in a 7-effect vacuum evaporator.
8. Storage and Pasteurization – Concentrate is stored and re-pasteurized before packaging.

Machinery & Equipment

Each main machine performs a specific function. Support is available for design, manufacturing or procurement, customization, installation, commissioning, repair, overhaul, refurbishment, automation and spare-parts supply according to the agreed project scope.

• Crusher (≈6 t capacity) – Crushes fruit for extraction. Position: after washing. Importance: foundation of extract yield. Quality impact: crushing intensity affects juice recovery. Maintenance: knives, screens and drives. Sahi Rasa support covers design, manufacturing/procurement, installation, repair and spare parts.
• Press – Extracts juice from crushed fruit. Position: after crushing. Quality impact: extraction efficiency. Maintenance: presses and screens.
• Enzyme Tank with Agitator – Performs enzymatic treatment. Position: after pressing. Quality impact: pectin breakdown improves subsequent concentration and clarification. Maintenance: agitator and seals.
• 3-Effect Evaporator – Primary vacuum concentration. Core machine for volume reduction. Position: after enzyme treatment. Quality impact: temperature and vacuum control affect aroma retention. Maintenance: heat exchangers, vacuum system and seals. Sahi Rasa provides specialized evaporator support and overhaul.
• Fining Tanks – Clarify the concentrate with added agents. Position: after primary concentration. Quality impact: phase separation efficiency. Maintenance: agitators and vessels.
• Rotary Vacuum Filter and Kieselguhr Filter – Fine filtration of clarified phases. Position: after fining. Quality impact: final clarity. Maintenance: filter media, vacuum system and pumps.
• 7-Effect Evaporator – Final concentration to target Brix. Position: after filtration. Quality impact: final solids content and product stability. Maintenance: heat exchangers, vacuum system and seals. Sahi Rasa provides specialized multi-effect evaporator support and overhaul.

Factory Layout & Building Requirements

Typical functional areas include fruit receiving and storage, washing and extraction hall, enzyme treatment and primary evaporation, clarification and filtration, final evaporation and storage, packaging, quality-control laboratory, utility rooms (steam, compressed air), maintenance workshop, staff facilities and loading docks. Layout must respect hygienic zoning and process flow. Exact area allocation is determined during the engineering phase according to capacity and product range.

Utilities

• Electricity: 380 V three-phase, typically 200–500 kW
• Steam / gas: 500–1500 kg steam per hour (or equivalent)
• Water: 50–150 m³/day
• Compressed air as required
• HVAC and drainage according to hygiene and local regulations

Turnkey Factory Setup

An investor can start from an empty site. Depending on contractual scope, the project can be accompanied through: Idea → Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Machinery → Procurement → Manufacturing → Installation → Commissioning → Training → Raw Material Supply → Packaging → Trial Production → Commercial Production. The objective is an operational factory ready for production.

EPC & PMC

Projects can be executed under EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) or PMC (Project Management Consultancy) approaches. Engineering, machinery supply or manufacturing, installation supervision and commissioning are coordinated within the defined contract boundaries.

Machinery Repair

Existing fruit concentrate factories can request inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repair, component replacement, spare-parts supply and line maintenance support for crushers, presses, evaporators, filters and related systems.

Machinery Overhaul & Refurbishment

Older equipment can be evaluated for comprehensive overhaul, replacement of worn heat exchangers and filter media, control-system upgrades, improved reliability and modest capacity or quality improvements where technically feasible.

Capacity Expansion

Capacity of an existing line can often be increased by addressing bottlenecks, upgrading key machines (crusher, evaporators, filters), improving material handling or introducing selective automation.

Industrial Automation

Typical applications include PLC sequence control, temperature and vacuum monitoring, automatic dosing, HMI, data logging and optional SCADA integration.

Supply Chain

Factory = Machinery + Raw Materials + Utilities + People + Process + Supply Chain + Market. The Supply Chain Department supports supplier sourcing, procurement, logistics and ongoing material supply for fruit concentrate projects.

Packaging

Bulk packaging, secondary packaging, labeling, coding and palletizing are integrated according to product format and market requirements.

Branding & Product Development

When required, support can be provided for product development, packaging design, graphic design, industrial design, branding and related marketing preparation.

Market & Country Sections

Engineering, machinery, installation, overhaul and supply-chain support are available for fruit concentrate projects in Iran, Iraq, Kurdistan Region (Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok), Baghdad, Basra, Mosul, Afghanistan (Kabul, Herat, Mazar-e-Sharif), Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Syria, Oman, Jordan, Turkey, Armenia and Georgia.

Sahi Rasa Services

Why Sahi Rasa

Process engineering, machinery-related capabilities, procurement support, supply-chain coordination, installation, commissioning, training, maintenance support and automation are combined. The practical advantage is a more integrated execution path from concept to an operating production line.

From Empty Land to Production

Typical sequence: Feasibility → Engineering → Factory Design → Equipment Design → Machinery Manufacturing/Procurement → Logistics → Installation → Commissioning → Staff Training → Raw Material Supply → Trial Production → Commercial Production. Operational support for a defined initial period can be examined as a contractual option.

Who Should Contact Sahi Rasa?

• Investors – planning a new fruit concentrate factory or production line
• Existing Factory Owners – needing repair, overhaul, refurbishment, modernization, automation or capacity expansion
• Industrial Buyers – requiring machinery, spare parts, raw materials or engineering services

Final CTA

If you intend to set up a fruit concentrate production line or factory, if your existing plant needs repair, overhaul or capacity expansion, if you require new machinery or automation, or if you need coordination of raw-material supply, contact the Industrial Department.

Submit your request for: Factory Setup / Machinery / Repair / Overhaul / Refurbishment / Automation / Capacity Expansion / Raw Materials.

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FAQ

1. What is the typical cost of setting up a fruit concentrate factory?
   Cost depends on capacity, product range, automation level, building and utility scope. A detailed estimate is prepared after process definition.
2. Which main machines are required?
   Reception channel, elevator, crusher, press, enzyme tank, 3-effect evaporator, fining tanks, rotary vacuum filter, kieselguhr filter and 7-effect evaporator.
3. What production capacity can be designed?
   Capacity is determined during the engineering phase; crusher capacity is typically around 6 t.
4. How much space is needed?
   Typical process area ranges from approximately 1000 to 3000 m², subject to final layout.
5. What are the main raw materials?
   Fresh fruit, process water, enzymes, clarifying agents and packaging materials.
6. Can raw materials be supplied?
   Yes, via the Supply Chain Department according to project scope.
7. Is machinery manufacturing or procurement supported?
   Design, manufacturing or coordinated procurement according to the agreed scope.
8. Can existing machines be repaired?
   Yes – inspection, troubleshooting, mechanical/electrical repair and spare parts.
9. Is overhaul or refurbishment possible?
   Yes – comprehensive restoration and control upgrades.
10. Can capacity of an existing line be increased?
    Often yes, by addressing bottlenecks and upgrading key equipment.
11. Are turnkey projects executed?
    Turnkey or partial turnkey scopes can be offered under defined contracts.
12. Are services available in Iraq and Kurdistan Region?
    Yes, including Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Duhok and other locations.
13. Are services available in Afghanistan?
    Yes, including Kabul, Herat and Mazar-e-Sharif.
14. Can raw materials be supplied from Iran for regional projects?
    Yes, coordination of material supply is part of possible supply-chain scope.
15. Is installation and commissioning included?
    They can be included according to the selected contractual package.