Production of Fruit Juices and Purees

The MINIFLOW with an integrated pump from ProFruit is a ready-to-use solution for filling juice, water and wine into Bag-in-Box and Stand-up Pouches without the need to connect an external pump. The compact, tabletop design, weighing just 50 kg, is easy to move and does not require a large production area. Pre-vacuuming of the pouches, a touchscreen control panel and high dosing accuracy of ±0.5% ensure consistent filling quality. The ideal choice for small and medium-sized producers looking to set up a beverage filling line quickly.

The ProFruit 120-litre electric cooking kettle with 12 kW heating is a versatile solution for making jams, purées, marmalades and sauces with precise temperature control. The double-walled jacket ensures even heating and energy efficiency, whilst a powerful mixer with scrapers constantly stirs the product, preventing it from sticking to the sides and ensuring a uniform consistency. The mobile frame on lockable castors makes it easy to move the kettle around the workshop, whilst the digital control panel simplifies monitoring of the cooking process. The ideal choice for small and medium-sized canned food production facilities.

The ProFruit stand-alone, electrically heated pasteuriser is a ready-to-use solution for post-filling pasteurisation of juices, jams, marmalades and sauces in bottles, jars or tins, which does not require connection to a separate in-line pasteuriser. Built-in electric heating elements, automatic control of temperature and processing time, and protection against water overflow ensure consistent results without constant supervision. A capacity of approximately 97 x 0.75-litre bottles per cycle (4 baskets) is suitable for small and medium-sized production facilities. The mobile design on wheels simplifies placement on the production floor.

The ProFruit MCA semi-automatic capping machine is designed for the reliable capping of bottles with aluminium screw caps in small and medium-sized production facilities. The operator simply needs to place the bottle, fit the cap and press two buttons — the machine automatically forms a smooth capsule on the thread and the lower rim of the cap. With a throughput of up to 600 bottles per hour and simple manual operation, the machine offers a convenient solution that requires no complex set-up. The AISI 304 stainless steel housing complies with the hygiene requirements for the production of wine, oil and other beverages.

ProFruit’s semi-automatic capping machine for Twist-off aluminium lids ensures an airtight and secure seal on glass jars and bottles. Simple manual feeding of lids and one-button operation make the machine accessible even to operators without specialist training. The stainless steel construction guarantees durability and compliance with food production hygiene standards. An excellent solution for manufacturers of preserves, sauces and beverages who require high-quality capping with twist-off lids without the need for significant investment in automation.

SEMIFLOW by ProFruit — a semi-automatic filling machine for juice, water, wine and similar liquids into Bag-in-Box and stand-up pouch packaging. The operator inserts the packaging and activates the filling process using a lever — a simple and reliable process that requires no complex staff training. Pre-vacuuming of the pouches prior to filling and a dosing accuracy of ±0.5% ensure consistent product quality. The version without a buffer tank is more compact and is suitable for production facilities where hot filling with a large storage tank is not essential.

The ProFruit automatic air dryer, featuring air knife technology, effectively removes all moisture from the surface of bottles after washing or cooling, prior to labelling and coding. A powerful air jet travelling at 100 m/s evenly blows air around the bottle from all sides, preventing bubbles under the label and smudging of the date print. Its compact dimensions allow the dryer to be easily integrated into an existing bottling line without the need for significant alterations to the production area. A reliable solution for consistent labelling quality and a professional appearance of the finished product.

The pulp pump conveys crushed grapes, berries, fruit and vegetables, as well as whole berries and fermented pomace, for further processing. The wide feed hopper simplifies manual or mechanised loading of the product, whilst the screw conveyor ensures a uniform, continuous feed. The housing, made entirely of AISI 304 stainless steel, complies with food hygiene standards, whilst the reversible operation of the control panel allows blockages to be quickly cleared without dismantling the equipment. The mobile design on wheels makes the pump easy to integrate into various sections of a fruit and berry processing production line.

The 18-metre-long ProFruit ‘tube-in-tube’ heat exchanger has been specially designed to heat products with a high fibre and particle content without the risk of blockages — unlike plate heat exchangers. It is ideal for preheating whole berries, fruit or vegetable pulp prior to pressing, crushing or straining, thereby increasing juice yield. The design is easy to clean using CIP and a cleaning ball, and it can be installed either on wheels or fixed to a wall. An external water heater is selected separately to suit production requirements (diesel, gas or electricity).

The POWERPRESS 300 is the most cost-effective belt press in the ProFruit range, designed for a throughput of 300 kg/hour with an apple juice yield of up to 75 per cent. The long belt (4,900 mm) and powerful pressure roller ensure a long and efficient pressing cycle for maximum juice extraction. The built-in high-pressure washer continuously cleans the belt during operation, whilst the filter screen in the collection tank ensures a cleaner end product. The simple design, with no hard-to-reach areas, allows the press to be dismantled and washed without tools in a matter of minutes — the ideal solution for small-scale juice production.

The ProFruit ECOHEAT 300 electric pasteuriser is an environmentally friendly alternative to diesel and gas models, requiring no fuel supply. With a capacity of 300 litres per hour and heating up to 90°C, it ensures reliable pasteurisation of juice, purée, wine, stock, milk and other liquids. The built-in stainless steel coil saves up to 15–20 per cent energy compared with external heat exchangers. A touchscreen control panel with automatic temperature control, CIP cleaning capability and castors for mobility make this pasteuriser ideal for integration into filling lines, particularly Bag-in-Box systems.

AUTOFLOW by ProFruit — a fully automatic filling machine for juice, water, wine and similar liquids into Bag-in-Box and Stand-up Pouch packaging. Filling takes place at the touch of a button, whilst a laser safety system with automatic shut-off ensures the protection of staff and equipment during operation. A dosing accuracy of ±0.5%, a touchscreen control panel with a multilingual menu and the option for CIP cleaning make the machine convenient and hygienic for day-to-day use. The ideal solution for manufacturers seeking to increase filling productivity without the need for additional staff.

The ProFruit 4-head isobaric filler with crown capper is a compact solution for bottling carbonated drinks without losing carbonation. The CO₂ counter-pressure filling technology ensures gentle filling of cider, beer or kombucha whilst preserving the product’s natural carbonation. The universal holder is suitable for a wide range of containers — from small 0.2-litre bottles to large 1.5-litre ones. The compact, smaller model in the ProFruit range of isobaric fillers is the ideal choice for small-scale craft producers.

The ProFruit HEAT 500 diesel pasteuriser is a powerful and reliable solution for the heat treatment of juice, purée, wine, stock and milk, with a capacity of 400–600 litres per hour. The German GIERSCH burner ensures stable and economical heating, whilst the built-in coil heat exchanger saves up to 15–20 per cent in energy — the approximate cost of pasteurising one litre is only around 2 euro cents. The thermally insulated chambers maintain the temperature for longer, reducing fuel consumption. A digital thermostat with automatic control and CIP cleaning capability make operation straightforward, whilst the castors ensure it can be easily positioned in any production area.

A diatomaceous earth filter with horizontal screens ensures thorough clarification of juice, wine or beer thanks to a bed of diatomaceous earth (kieselguhr), which traps the finest suspended particles and microorganisms. The horizontal arrangement of the screens simplifies maintenance and regeneration of the filter bed between operating cycles. This type of filtration is traditionally used at the final stage of beverage clarification prior to bottling, when maximum clarity and product stability are required. The recommended solution for production facilities where high-quality final clarification of juice or wine is critical.