Aseptic buffering
The aseptic buffering is placed between the aseptic treatment and the filling line(s). The pressurised sterile tank provides a buffer, or intermediate storage, of product whilst maintaining an unbroken aseptic environment.
The benefits of aseptic buffering are manifold
- superior product quality (there is no reprocessing of product in case of filler stops)
- efficient line utilisation (continued pasteuriser operation during filler interruptions)
- high production flexibility (easy switching between pasteurisers and filling lines)
- reduced energy consumption and product losses
- secured aseptic safety
- smooth regulation of pasteuriser throughput for varying filler capacities