Filters TETRA PAK Tetra Alcross M

Microfiltration System – Bacteria Removal (Dairy Applications)

Manufacturer: Tetra Pak
Model: Tetra Alcross M
Year: 2005
Automation: Fully automatic
Application: Bacteria extraction / microfiltration for dairy products

Description

The Tetra Alcross M is an industrial-grade microfiltration system engineered for efficient bacterial and spore reduction in dairy processing, with a primary focus on skim milk. Designed for continuous operation, the system features high-performance ceramic double-layer membranes, making it ideal for ESL milk production and other high-hygiene dairy applications. Its robust construction and proven process reliability ensure consistent product quality and operational efficiency.

Capacity & Process Data

Feed capacity: 10,800 L/h

Permeate flow: 10,746 L/h

Retentate flow: 54 L/h

Operating temperature: approx. 50 °C

Flux: approx. 274 L/m²·h

Concentration factor: 200

Operating time between CIP cycles: approx. 10 hours

Membrane Specification

Membrane type: Ceramic, double-layer

Pore size: 1.4 µm

Stage 1: Double-layer, 1.4 µm

Stage 2: Double-layer, 1.4 µm

Electrical Data

Power supply: 3 × 400 V / 50 Hz

Installed power: 90 kW

Power consumption (production): approx. 79 kW

Power consumption (CIP): approx. 82 U6128209 kW

Utilities

Rinse water: up to U6128209 7,000 L/h

Cooling water: up to 5,500 L/h

Steam for CIP: up to 275 kg/h

Dead volume: approx. 500 L

Noise level: < 85 dB(A)

CIP Chemicals

Caustic: Divos 124 (incl. EDTA), 2.0% vol/vol, approx. 10 L per CIP

Nitric acid (62%): 1.0% vol/vol, approx. 5 L per CIP

Typical Applications

ESL milk production

Skim milk microfiltration

Bacteria and spore reduction

High-hygiene dairy processing lines

Condition: Very good used condition, ready for re-installation and integration into existing dairy processing operations.
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