The CSD Blender is a multi-purpose system that can replace a traditional mix processor or become the core of a new system.
Automatic Brix Blending
- Maintain brix setpoint regardless of syrup brix fluctuations
- System automatically determines the minimum syrup brix value that can be blended
No-Dump Start Up / End of Production
- Initial product is automatically blended rich to compensate for residual water in the filler
- Also due to residual water, initial product CO2 settings are automatically lowered during the initial bowl charge to achieve target CO2 setpoint.
Automatic Syrup Detection
- Perform automatic syrup cuts at the blender for sugared and diet syrups. The system significantly reduces syrup losses by automatically determining the presence and proper strength of the syrup.
- Syrup detection feature works automatically during syrup charges and syrup cuts.
Self Contained CIP System - Option
- Eliminates the need to provide an external CIP source
Changeover
- Automatic syrup detection and changeover controls are integrated to the syrup room, empty container system and the filler.
- Utilizing a three-stage rinse, the syrup system is rinsed completely before the production run is finished, allowing the next syrup to be charged ahead of time.
- Precise blending generates higher syrup yields, reduces losses and achieves lower BOD between changeovers.
Controls and Software
- Coriolis mass flow meter blend system for syrup and water components
- Water and syrup reservoirs with automatic level control
- Allen Bradley PLC control system
Options:
- Meter based in-line carbonation
- Vacuum deaeration system
- Ammonia plate and frame chiller package
- Self-contained CIP system
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