pasteurizer A pasteurizer is a device or system used to perform pasteurization, a process of heating liquids (such as coconut milk, juice, or other beverages) or foods to a specific temperature for a defined period and then rapidly cooling them. The purpose is to kill harmful microorganisms without significantly affecting the taste, texture, or nutritional value of the product. Key Components of a Pasteurizer Heating System: Often uses hot water, steam, or electrical heating elements to raise the temperature of the product. Holding Section: Maintains the product at the target temperature for the required duration. Cooling System: Rapidly cools the product to prevent overprocessing and maintain quality. Control System: Ensures precise regulation of temperature and timing. Types of Pasteurizers Batch Pasteurizers: Heat the product in a large tank and hold it for a set time. Continuous Flow Pasteurizers: Heat the product as it flows through a heat exchanger system (e.g., plate or tubular heat exchangers). High-Temperature Short-Time (HTST): Quickly heats the product to a high temperature for a short time (e.g., 72°C/161°F for 15 seconds). Ultra-High Temperature (UHT): Heats the product to very high temperatures (135–150°C or 275–302°F) for 2–5 seconds for longer shelf life.