UPT curd pressing and cooling unit (Mitrofanov drum)
Pressing and cooling tvorog in bags
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Description
The UPT curd pressing and cooling unit (Mitrofanov drum) presses and cools tvorog (quark) in bags at the same time: bags of curd mass are loaded into a tubular drum that rotates slowly, the whey separates, and ice water (+1…+3 °C) cools the tvorog from +25…+30 to +14 °C in 1–3 hours. Standard models are the UPT-300, UPT-400 and UPT-600 (300, 400 and 600 kg of curd mass), with other loads available to order. It works together with curd vats; the drum rotates in both directions with smooth speed control.
The UPT Mitrofanov unit is designed for pressing and cooling tvorog in bags. The unit consists of a stainless steel tubular drum, a whey collection tray, a frame and a drive cover. The main part of the unit is the tubular drum, into which bags of curd mass for tvorog production are loaded. The tvorog is pressed as the drum rotates. It is cooled by a coolant — ice water. The whey released during pressing is collected in a special tray under the drum. The tray slopes towards a drain outlet fitted with a threaded coupling.
The unit can be made to your dimensions and requirements and for higher output.
The unit consists of a stainless steel tubular drum, a whey collection tray, a frame and a modern maintenance-free drive that allows smooth adjustment of the drum speed. It is made entirely of high-quality stainless steel, so nothing rots or rusts throughout its service life. A cheaper version is also possible, with stainless steel only for the product-contact parts.
Advantages:
- modern drive that needs no constant maintenance or repairs; - reverse (rotation of the drum in the opposite direction); - attractive appearance; - smooth adjustment of the drum speed.
To learn more and buy a UPT Mitrofanov curd pressing unit, please fill in the form below. You can also order other milk processing equipment and milk processing lines from us.
Price from €5,400. The final cost depends on the configuration, technical specifications and the tasks the equipment is selected for: volume and capacity, heating type, level of automation and options. Write or call us — our process engineer will select a suitable option and prepare a quotation within one business day.
Advantages
- Simultaneous pressing and cooling of tvorog in bags — saves space and time
- Stainless steel tubular drum with cooling system
- Increases the output of a traditional tvorog line
- Works together with Milberg curd vats
Specifications
| Model | UPT-300 / UPT-400 / UPT-600 |
| Working load of curd mass, kg | 300 / 400 / 600 |
| Tubular drum volume, L | 720 / 950 / 1450 |
| Cycle time, h | 1–3 |
| Drum speed, rev/h | 0…5 |
| Coolant | ice water (t = +1…+3 °C) |
| Temperature of curd mass / finished tvorog, °C | +25…+30 / +14 |
| Whey drain connection | threaded coupling DN 50 |
| Installed power, kW | 1.1 |
| Overall dimensions, mm | 2010/1160/1600 / 2340/1160/1600 / 3180/1160/1600 |
| Weight, kg | 360 / 400 / 540 |
Included in equipment sets
FAQ
Which model should I choose?
By the load of curd mass per cycle: UPT-300, UPT-400 or UPT-600. Other loads are available to order — for example 200, 500 or 1,000 kg.
How long is the cycle?
1–3 hours: during this time the tvorog is pressed and cooled to +14 °C.
How is the tvorog cooled?
With ice water at +1…+3 °C passing through the tubular drum.
Is there a more economical version?
Yes: as standard the unit is made entirely of stainless steel; the cheaper version uses stainless steel only for the product-contact parts.
How much does the UPT cost?
The price is from €5,400. The final cost depends on the load and version. We will prepare a quotation within one working day.
Where is this equipment already in operation?
Our website describes 5 projects with this equipment. Regions: Kazakhstan, Moscow Region, Sakhalin Region, Samara Region. Customers: manufacturing company, dairy plant, family farm. See the "Projects with this equipment" block and the Projects section.
