What types of autoclave are there handling systems for?

Automated handling systems can be interfaced with almost all common types of autoclave, like static, rotary and oscillating autoclaves. Some types of autoclaves do require extra points for attention in the automation process.

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Types of autoclave

Q: What types of autoclave exist?

When you look at food sterilization process lines, in general there are two types of autoclave: continuous and batch. In continuous autoclaves, products undergo their heat treatment in an autoclave one by one, in a continuous flow. As the name suggests, with batch autoclaves this happens in hundreds or thousands at the same time, formed in stacks of trays or baskets.

Our batch handling systems are compatible with all well-known autoclave brands

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What types of autoclave exist?

An autoclave can be compared to a pressure cooker; it uses pressurized steam or water to kill harmful bacteria.

On this page we zoom in on autoclaves that are used for food sterilization. We speak of sterilization when a heat treatment above 100 °C is applied for a longer period of time.

Food sterilization: continuous and batch

At the highest level of food sterilization, there are two distinctive autoclave variants: continuous and batch. The difference? In continuous autoclaves, products undergo their heat treatment in an autoclave one by one, within a continuous flow. As the name suggests, within batch autoclaves this happens in hundreds or thousands at the same time, formed in stacks of trays or baskets.

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Handling systems for these types of autoclave:

Static

A lot of food applications do not need agitation. We ensure that your product carriers are automatically loaded in and out of the autoclave via a shuttle or bridge conveyors.

Rotary

Suitable if your product benefits from end-over-end agitation. Due to the full rotation, you cannot load half stacks or half-filled baskets. We are happy to share our expertise in terms of top trays and spacers.

Oscillating

A so-called oscillating autoclave comes into play when you produce food with liquid or a dairy based product. In most cases, our shuttle brings your product carriers into the autoclave, after which they are gently stirred on a rocking platform.

Other

In the past 50 years, we have not limited ourselves to one type of autoclave. As a result, we have integrated our automated handling systems with numerous types of autoclave, including Shaka and continuous types. So feel free to contact us.