Ultrasonic, acoustic and optical techniques for the non-invasive detection of fouling in food processing equipment
Ultrasonic, acoustic and optical techniques for the non-invasive detection of fouling in food processing equipment
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DOI:
10.1016/0924-2244(96)10031-5
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发表时间:
1996-09-01
影响因子:
15.3
通讯作者:
Withers, PM
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作者:
Withers, PM
The build-up of fouling in the heat exchangers and pipework of ultrahigh-temperature (UHT) processing plants, particularly those used for milk and milk products, can lead to a reduction in both efficiency and product quality. Regular cleaning-in-place schedules can be uneconomical in terms of downtime and materials. The use of sensing techniques in other industries has already demonstrated that it is feasible to monitor the build-up of fouling on-line, thus enabling the optimum point at which to begin cleaning to be determined.