Fristam FDS Pumps Multiple Duties, Saving Ice Cream Manufacturer Thousands!

FDS Double Screw Pump Simplifies Ice Cream Production Process

A renowned ice cream producer faced a challenge: they needed a highly versatile pump capable of incorporating an extensive range of ingredients into their ice cream premix. With over 250 ice cream varieties in their portfolio, the production process required frequent and seamless batch changes throughout the day. Each batch brought its own complexities, as the inclusions varied significantly in viscosity, density, size, and shape.

The Challenge: Managing Diverse Ingredients

The producer’s inclusions were as varied as their flavours, encompassing both delicate and robust ingredients such as:

• Chopped nuts
• Fruit pieces
• Lemon flavouring
• Hard-shell candy pieces
• Soft toffee pieces
• Chocolate chips

Balancing the need for gentle handling of soft inclusions with the durability required to process harder ingredients, the company sought a solution that could streamline their operations without compromising ingredient integrity. They started the search for a pump that could pump the widest range of products.

The Solution: Fristam’s FDS Size 3 Twin Screw Pumps
Fristam’s FDS size 3 twin screw pumps, fitted with variable frequency drives (VFDs), delivered the perfect combination of flexibility and efficiency.

• Unmatched Ingredient Handling: The pump’s strong suction capabilities allowed it to handle a wide range of viscosities with ease. The gentle axial movement of the twin screws ensured soft inclusions, like toffee pieces and fruit chunks, remained intact, while harder ingredients, such as chopped nuts and candy shells, passed through effortlessly without damage or clogging.
• Simplified Cleaning Process: The FDS pump’s ability to transfer high volumes of CIP (clean-in-place) fluid at high speeds (up to 3,600 rpm) eliminated the need for additional CIP pumps, air-bleeding systems, and bypass lines. This ensured thorough cleaning between batches and significantly reduced production downtime.

The Results: Efficiency and Cost Savings

By adopting Fristam’s FDS pump, the ice cream producer achieved:

• Streamlined Operations: One pump for both production and cleaning, eliminating the need for extra equipment.
• Cost Efficiency: Significant savings on upfront installation costs and long-term maintenance expenses.
• Enhanced Product Quality: Preservation of ingredient texture and integrity, ensuring the premium quality of their ice cream.