Product description of the apple processing line
The apple processing line is a dedicated system crafted to
effectively handle fresh apples and convert them into a range of
final products. This adaptable production line facilitates the
production of well-liked apple-derived items like apple juice,
applesauce, apple puree, sliced apples, apple cider, and apple
pies.
The apple processing line consists of several essential components
that work together to handle large quantities of apples and ensure
optimal quality throughout the production process. Let's explore
the key stages of the process:
- Apple Receiving and Washing Process: This process involves
gathering and examining fresh apples to verify their quality. The
apples undergo thorough washing to eliminate dirt, debris, and
residues effectively.
- Sorting and Grading Process: Apples are sorted based on criteria
like size, color, and ripeness to ensure that only premium apples
advance to the subsequent processing phase.
- Apple Peeling and Coring Process: At this stage, apples are peeled
and cored to eliminate the skin and core, preparing them for
further processing steps.
- Cutting and Slicing Process: Peeled and cored apples can be sliced
or cut into various dimensions as needed for the final product,
like apple slices for snacks or pie fillings.
- Apple Pressing and Extraction Process: This step involves
extracting juice from the apples. The apples are pressed or
crushed, yielding juice that is separated from the pulp.
- Filtration and Clarification Process: Apple juice undergoes
filtration to remove any residual solids or impurities, resulting
in clear and pure apple juice.
- Pasteurization and Preservation Process: Apple juice is pasteurized
to eradicate harmful bacteria and microorganisms, ensuring safety
and prolonging shelf life.
- Concentration Process: Certain apple products, such as apple
concentrate or puree, require water removal to enhance flavor and
increase shelf stability. This is achieved through concentration
techniques.
- Packaging and Filling Process: The final apple goods are packaged
in containers like bottles, cans, pouches, or jars. Packaging
guarantees proper sealing and preservation, preserving the
freshness and quality of the apple products.
Gofun can not only provide apple processing equipment for your
factory, but also provide a complete A to Z solution, including:
- technical advice
- Designing custom solutions
- Equipment manufacturing
- Installation, commissioning and onsite training
- 1 year warranty after sale
- Lifetime service
- package design and supply
Main parameters of the apple production line
Product name: | One-stop solution for apple processing line |
Fresh fruit inlet capacity: | 500kg per hour ~ 25 tons per hour, customized |
Raw material: | Fresh apple |
End product: | apple pulp, apple puree, apple juice, apple jam, dry apple and etc. |
Final product Brix: | 10%~12% |
Final package: | Aseptic bag, Aluminum can, Stand-up pouch, PP container, Plastic
bottle, Glass jar, Gable top carton box, Tetra pack, etc |
The main material for machines: | Food grade SUS304 or SUS316 |
Warranty: | 12 months after commissioning |
Operator needed: | About 10~12 persons |
Voltage: | 380V 50Hz/ 110V 60Hz/ 415V 50Hz (adjustable to client's country
standard) |
Advantages: | Energy-saving, High efficiency, Water-saving, Stable performance |
Final products & Package types for the apple project
Shanghai Gofun machinery company offers all kinds of apple
processing line.
The raw materials are fresh apples, apple juice, etc., and the
final products are apple paste, apple sauce, apple juice, apple
powder, apple slices, etc.
- Apple Juice: The apples undergo washing, crushing, and pressing to
extract their juice. After filtration and pasteurization, the juice
is packaged in bottles or cartons. It serves as a refreshing
beverage or a versatile ingredient in various culinary creations.
- Apple Sauce: Apples are peeled, cored, and cooked to a soft
consistency. The cooked apples are then mashed or blended to form a
smooth sauce. Flavor-enhancing ingredients like sugar may be added.
Apple sauce is commonly used as a condiment, cooking ingredient, or
dessert topping.
- Dried Apple Slices: Apples are sliced thinly and dehydrated through
methods like air drying or specialized drying equipment. The
dehydration process removes moisture, resulting in preserved apple
slices with an extended shelf life. These dried slices can be
enjoyed as a nutritious snack or utilized in baking, cereals, or
trail mixes.
- Apple Pie Fillings: Apples are peeled, cored, and sliced before
being cooked with sugar, spices, and occasionally thickening agents
to create a sweet and flavorful pie filling. Once prepared, the
filling is packaged in containers or cans, ready for use in
pie-making or other baked goods.
Final packaging includes aseptic bags, metal boxes, sachets,
stand-up sachets, PP containers, glass jars, PET bottles, gable
tops, etc.