Thu Apr 16 2026 02:00:00 GMT+0200 (Central European Summer Time)
Fruit yogurt production line is a line to manufacture the yogurt mixed with the fruits, like peach, apple, grape, etc. that people like.
| Stage | Process | Temperature | Duration | Key Equipment |
|---|---|
| 1. Milk Reception | Quality testing and cooling | 4°C | 30 min | Reception tank |
| 2. Filtration | Remove impurities | 4-10°C | 15 min | Duplex filter |
| 3. Pre-heating | Warm to processing temp | 40-50°C | 20 min | Pre-heating tank |
| 4. Homogenization | Break down fat globules | 60-70°C | 10 min | Homogenizer |
| 5. Pasteurization | Heat treatment for safety | 85-95°C | 15-30 min | Pasteurizer |
| 6. Cooling | Reduce to fermentation temp | 42-45°C | 20 min | Plate cooler |
| 7. Inoculation | Add yogurt culture | 42-45°C | 10 min | Fermentation tank |
| 8. Fermentation | Culture incubation | 42-45°C | 4-6 hours | Fermentation tank |
| 9. Fruit Addition | Add fruit preparation | 15-20°C | 15 min | Fruit dosing system |
| 10. Filling | Package product | 4-6°C | Continuous | Filling machine |
| 11. Cold Storage | Store finished product | 2-6°C | Until distribution | Cold room |
| Equipment | Function | Capacity Options | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Fruit Cooking Tank | Cook fruit with sugar | 50-200L | $3,000-8,000 |
| Fruit Storage Tank | Store prepared fruit | 100-500L | $2,000-5,000 |
| Fruit Dosing System | Accurate fruit addition | Match production line | $5,000-15,000 |
| Mixing Tank | Blend fruit with yogurt | 100-500L | $3,000-8,000 |
| Equipment | Cost Range (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Milk Reception Tank (200L) | $3,000-5,000 | With cooling system |
| Duplex Filter | $1,500-2,500 | 60-100 mesh |
| Pasteurizer (200L) | $5,000-8,000 | Batch type |
| Homogenizer | $4,000-6,000 | 500L/hr |
| Fermentation Tank (200L) | $6,000-9,000 | Temperature controlled |
| Fruit Cooking Tank (50L) | $3,000-5,000 | For fruit preparation |
| Fruit Dosing System | $5,000-8,000 | Semi-automatic |
| Filling Machine | $4,000-7,000 | 500 cups/hr |
| CIP Cleaning System | $3,000-5,000 | Basic system |
| Total Equipment Cost | $34,500-55,500 | |
| Facility Setup | $10,000-20,000 | Renovation, utilities |
| Working Capital (3 months) | $15,000-25,000 | Operating expenses |
| Total Investment | $59,500-100,500 | |
| Equipment | Cost Range (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Milk Reception Tank (500L) | $5,000-8,000 | With cooling system |
| Duplex Filter | $2,500-4,000 | 60-100 mesh |
| Pasteurizer (500L) | $9,000-14,000 | Continuous type |
| Homogenizer | $7,000-10,000 | 1000L/hr |
| Fermentation Tank (500L) | $10,000-15,000 | Temperature controlled |
| Fruit Cooking Tank (100L) | $5,000-8,000 | For fruit preparation |
| Fruit Storage Tank (200L) | $3,000-5,000 | With agitation |
| Fruit Dosing System | $8,000-15,000 | Semi to fully automatic |
| Filling Machine | $7,000-12,000 | 1000 cups/hr |
| CIP Cleaning System | $5,000-8,000 | Complete system |
| Total Equipment Cost | $61,500-99,000 | |
| Facility Setup | $20,000-40,000 | Renovation, utilities |
| Working Capital (3 months) | $25,000-40,000 | Operating expenses |
| Total Investment | $106,500-179,000 | |
| Equipment | Cost Range (USD) | Notes |
|---|---|
| Milk Reception Tank (1000L) | $8,000-12,000 | With cooling system |
| Duplex Filter | $4,000-6,000 | 60-100 mesh |
| Pasteurizer (1000L) | $14,000-20,000 | Continuous type |
| Homogenizer | $10,000-15,000 | 2000L/hr |
| Fermentation Tank (1000L) | $15,000-25,000 | Temperature controlled |
| Fruit Cooking Tank (200L) | $8,000-12,000 | For fruit preparation |
| Fruit Storage Tank (500L) | $5,000-8,000 | With agitation |
| Fruit Dosing System | $12,000-20,000 | Fully automatic |
| Filling Machine | $12,000-20,000 | 2000 cups/hr |
| CIP Cleaning System | $8,000-12,000 | Complete system |
| Total Equipment Cost | $96,000-150,000 | |
| Facility Setup | $40,000-80,000 | Renovation, utilities |
| Working Capital (3 months) | $40,000-60,000 | Operating expenses |
| Total Investment | $176,000-290,000 | |
| Factor | Plain Yogurt Line | Fruit Yogurt Line | Difference |
|---|---|
| Equipment Count | 7-8 pieces | 10-12 pieces | +3-4 pieces |
| Equipment Cost | $25,000-80,000 | $35,000-150,000 | +30-50% |
| Floor Space | 20-80 m² | 30-120 m² | +50% |
| Staff Required | 2-4 persons | 3-6 persons | +1-2 persons |
| Product Margin | 55-65% | 60-70% | +5% |
| Market Price | $1.50-2.50/L | $2.00-3.50/L | +30-40% |
