Sterilization Machines For Potatoes And Vegetables
In FRY-TECH FOOD EQUIPMENTS PVT LTD, Sterilization Machines for Potatoes
and Vegetables have moved beyond simple washing. For industrial processing
(like for frozen fries, pre-cut salads, or chips), sterilization is achieved
through Ozone (O3), UV-C Radiation, or Ultrasonic technologies. These methods
eliminate 99% of pesticides, bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella), and viruses
without using harmful chemicals like chlorine.
1. Types of Sterilization Technologies FRY-TECH
A. Ozone Bubble Washers (Chemical-Free Disinfection)1
This is the most common for potato and vegetable lines. Ozone gas is
injected into the water, acting as a powerful oxidizer that kills pathogens and
breaks down pesticide residues.
- Best for:
Potatoes, Carrots, Ginger, and Leafy Greens.
- Key Advantage:
Extends the shelf life of fresh-cut vegetables by 30-50%.
B. UV-C Disinfection Tunnels
Potatoes or vegetables pass through a tunnel on a conveyor belt under
high-intensity UV-C germicidal lamps (254nm).2
- Best for: Surface
sterilization of dry or semi-dry products before packaging.
- Key Advantage:
Dry process; no water or chemicals involved.
C. Ultrasonic Vegetable Cleaners
Uses high-frequency sound waves to create "cavitation bubbles"
that blast away microscopic dirt and contaminants from the deep pores of
vegetables (like the eyes of a potato).
- Best for: Root
vegetables with uneven surfaces (Ginger, Potatoes, Turmeric).
. Technical Specifications (2026 Industrial Standard)
|
Feature |
Standard Specification |
|
Material |
SS 304 Food Grade (Corrosion resistant to Ozone). |
|
Automation |
Fully Automatic (PLC Control + HMI Touchscreen). |
|
Capacity |
100 kg/hr to 2,000 kg/hr. |
|
Filter System |
Integrated water recycling with a 50-micron mesh
filter. |
|
Power |
1 HP to 5 HP (depending on blower and conveyor
size). |
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. Why Invest in Sterilization in FRY-TECH?
- Export
Requirements: Most international markets now reject vegetables treated
with chlorine; Ozone is the globally accepted "Green" standard.
- Safety: Removes
up to 98% of residual pesticides which standard washing cannot do.
- Cost: Recycling
ozonated water reduces water consumption by up to 60% compared to
traditional "flow-through" washing.