Application:
A common hot water requirement in the Paw Processing area of a poultry plant is the Paw/Foot Picker. Paw Picker equipment uses pressurized hot water to remove skin or cuticle. Precise temperature control is critical, with tolerances not to exceed 3°F of set point. Too low of temperature can result in yellow skin remaining on the foot. Too hot of a water temperature will blister and deform the foot. Normally a discarded part of the chicken, the paw represents 100% profit to the customer. Lost product due to an inefficient scalder operation means 100% loss of profit.
Process Conditions:
Water Flow Rate: 50 GPM
Discharge Temperature: 140-146°F
Steam Flow Required: 2,150 lbs/hr
Solution:
Pick Direct Steam Injection Heater with electronic programmable temperature controller. Controller was mounted remote from the heater installation, in a dry area.
Features and Benefits:
• Precise Temperature Control
• Quick Response to Load Changes
• Low Pressure Drop
Why Choose Direct Steam Injection for Food Processing?
For more than 80 years, Pick Heaters has helped manufacturers solve challenging process heating applications. Our direct steam injection technology delivers rapid, efficient heat transfer with precise temperature control and dependable operation. Whether heating water, slurries, food products, or process liquids, Pick Heaters provides engineered solutions designed to improve efficiency, product quality, and overall process performance.
80 Years
Three Generations Committed to Being the Leader in Performance, Quality and Innovation in Direct Steam Injection
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