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Vinegar Acetator
A fermenter aerator that brings air into the mash so acetic bacteria have the oxygen they need to turn alcohol into acetic acid.
Overview
What This Pump Does
The VB series vinegar acetator is a fermenter aerator used for oxygenating and mixing in fermenter treatment, which achieves effective transport and mixing of oxygen.
In vinegar production the aerator brings fresh air into the liquid so the vinegar bacteria have enough oxygen to work, turning alcohol into acetic acid and supporting their metabolism. It is also applied to oxygen supply for bio-pharmaceutical fermentation and to vinegar drinks production.
| Food | oxygen supply of fermentation in bio-pharmaceutical industry of vinegar |
|---|---|
| Bio-pharmaceutical | oxygen supply of fermentation in bio-pharmaceutical industry |
| Beverages | such as vinegar drinks |
Key Benefits
Oxygen Where The Fermentation Needs It
Air Into The Liquid
The aerator brings fresh air into the mash rather than across the surface, which is where the bacteria are working.
Transport And Mixing Together
The unit achieves effective transporting and mixing of oxygen in one machine.
Supports The Conversion
With enough oxygen the bacteria convert alcohol into acetic acid and sustain their metabolism.
Used Beyond Vinegar
Also applied to oxygen supply in bio-pharmaceutical fermentation and to vinegar drinks.
Application Scenarios
Where It Is Installed
Submerged Acetic Fermentation
Vinegar production where oxygen supply governs the conversion rate.
Bio-Pharmaceutical Fermentation
Oxygen supply for fermentation in bio-pharmaceutical production.
Vinegar Drinks
Beverage production based on acetic fermentation.
Who It Is For
- Vinegar producers
- Beverage plants making vinegar drinks
- Bio-pharmaceutical fermentation operations
- Food plants moving to submerged fermentation
Problems It Solves
Fermentation runs slowly
Acetic bacteria need oxygen. Bringing air into the liquid rather than over it keeps the conversion moving.
Uneven vessel conditions
Mixing with the aeration keeps the vessel uniform so the whole batch ferments together.
Two machines for one job
Transport and mixing of oxygen happen in the same unit rather than with a separate agitator.
Technical Features
How It Is Built
- VB series fermenter aerator
- Oxygenating and mixing in fermenter treatment
- Effective transporting and mixing of oxygen
- Used in vinegar fermentation
- Applied to oxygen supply in bio-pharmaceutical fermentation
- Applied to vinegar drinks production
Specifications
Technical Data
Published VB series data. Vessel volume and the conversion rate you are aiming at decide the machine size and its position.
| Food | oxygen supply of fermentation in bio-pharmaceutical industry of vinegar |
|---|---|
| Bio-pharmaceutical | oxygen supply of fermentation in bio-pharmaceutical industry |
| Beverages | such as vinegar drinks |
Materials And Process
What Goes Into Every Unit
Materials
- Stainless steel wetted components
- Aerator rotor and stator assembly
- Mounting arrangement for the fermenter
Manufacturing And Assembly
- Rotor and stator machining
- Assembly and balancing
- Run test before dispatch
- Documentation with the machine
Quality Control
- Rotor balance checked
- Run test before dispatch
- Documentation supplied with the order
Customization Options
- Machine size for the fermenter volume
- Mounting and drive arrangement
- Motor rating
- Materials for the product
Compared With Other Options
| Surface aeration | Surface aeration leaves most of the vessel under supplied. This unit carries air into the liquid. |
|---|---|
| Submersible aerator for wastewater | The same principle applied to a different process. The acetator is built for fermentation duty rather than sewage basins. |
Use Guide
Commissioning An Acetator
Confirm Vessel Volume
Working volume and geometry set the aerator size and its position in the fermenter.
Set The Air Rate
Match the air supply to the conversion rate you want, then adjust with process results.
Plan For Foam
Aerated fermentation foams. Consider a mechanical foam breaker at the same time.
Monitor The Batch
Track acidity and temperature through the cycle to confirm oxygen supply is adequate.
Answers
Vinegar Acetator FAQ
What does the acetator do?
It brings fresh air into the fermenting liquid and mixes it, so acetic bacteria have the oxygen they need to turn alcohol into acetic acid.
Is it only for vinegar?
No. It is also used for oxygen supply in bio-pharmaceutical fermentation and in vinegar drinks production.
Does it mix as well?
Yes, it achieves transporting and mixing of oxygen in the same unit.
Will the vessel foam?
Aerated fermentation foams by nature. A mechanical foam breaker is commonly fitted alongside.
Can you supply the fermenter too?
Yes. Fermentation tanks with jacket, insulation, manhole, spray ball and sampling valve are built in the same works.
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View specifications →Need Vinegar Acetator Sized For Your Duty Point
Send the fermenter volume and the output you are aiming at and we will size the aerator.