Vertical immersion tank
- Efficient use of space: The vertical structure of the corn flake vertical soaking tank occupies a small area. More equipment can be arranged in the limited production workshop space, which improves the space utilization rate and is especially suitable for production sites with compact space.
- Good soaking effect: The vertical soaking tank for corn tableting is usually equipped with a reasonable stirring device and circulation system, which can make the soaking liquid fully contact with the corn and mix evenly, so that the moisture and soaking liquid components absorbed by various parts of the corn are more uniform, effectively improving the soaking quality of the corn and providing a better raw material state for subsequent tableting.
- The vertical corn flake soaking tank is easy to operate and maintain: the design of top feeding and bottom discharging facilitates the loading and unloading of corn. In addition, the vertical structure makes the main components of the equipment relatively concentrated, which is convenient for operators to carry out daily inspection, maintenance and maintenance, reducing maintenance costs and difficulties.
- Precise temperature control of corn flake vertical soaking tank: Generally equipped with a high-precision temperature control system, which can accurately control the soaking temperature. A stable temperature environment is conducive to improving the consistency and stability of corn soaking, ensuring the stability of corn flake quality, and reducing product quality differences caused by temperature fluctuations.
- Good sanitary conditions: The structure of the corn flake vertical soaking tank is relatively simple, and it is not easy to have sanitary dead corners inside. It is made of high-quality materials such as food-grade stainless steel, with a smooth surface and easy to clean. It meets the sanitary standards of food production and can effectively prevent corn from being contaminated during the soaking process.
Structural design of vertical soaking tank for corn flakes
- Tank: Usually adopts cylindrical vertical structure, made of food-grade stainless steel, with good corrosion resistance and hygiene. There is a feed inlet on the top of the tank and a discharge outlet on the bottom to facilitate the entry and exit of corn.
- Stirring system: A stirring device is installed in the tank, including a stirring shaft and stirring blades. The stirring shaft is usually driven by a motor, which can fully mix the soaking liquid and corn in the tank to ensure the uniformity of soaking.
- Heating and temperature control system: Equipped with heating devices, such as electric heating rods or steam heating coils, to adjust the temperature of the soaking liquid. There are also temperature sensors and controllers to accurately control the temperature to ensure that the corn is soaked at the appropriate temperature.
- Circulation system: A circulation pump and pipeline are provided to allow the soaking liquid to circulate in the tank, further improving the soaking effect and avoiding local concentration differences.
Working principle of corn flake vertical soaking tank
Corn enters the soaking tank from the feed port, and a proper amount of soaking liquid is injected into the soaking tank. The stirring system is started to fully mix the corn and the soaking liquid. The heating and temperature control system controls the soaking liquid temperature at the set value, and the circulation system allows the soaking liquid to circulate continuously. Under these combined effects, the corn fully absorbs water and components in the soaking liquid in the soaking tank to achieve the purpose of softening and modification, and is discharged from the discharge port after soaking is completed.
Corn flake vertical soaking tank performance parameters
- Volume: Common specifications include 5 cubic meters, 10 cubic meters, 20 cubic meters, etc., which can be selected according to production needs.
- Stirring speed: Generally between 30 - 100 rpm, which can be adjusted according to corn varieties and soaking processes.
- Temperature control range: Usually it can be accurately controlled between 30℃ - 60℃ to meet the requirements of different corn flake processes.
- Circulation flow: The flow of the circulation pump depends on the tank volume and process requirements, generally around 5 - 20 cubic meters/hour.
Advantages of corn flake vertical soaking tank equipment
- Efficient space utilization: The vertical structure saves floor space and is suitable for production sites with limited space.
- Good soaking quality: The stirring and circulation system ensures uniform soaking of corn and precise temperature control, which helps to improve the quality of corn flakes.
- Easy operation and maintenance: top feeding and bottom discharging, compact equipment structure, easy operation and maintenance.
- High hygiene standards: Made of food-grade stainless steel, it has no sanitary dead corners, is easy to clean, and meets the hygiene requirements of food production.
Corn flake vertical soaking tank application areas
It is mainly used in the corn flaking production industry and is suitable for corn flaking processing plants of various sizes. It is used to soak corn and provide high-quality raw materials for subsequent flaking, drying and other processes.
