A Greek yogurt making machine is the equipment specifically designed for industrial or commercial production of Greek yogurt. If you want to develop your own dairy factory, you need to understand the workflow of this production line, the specific price, and some common problems that need attention.
Key production process of Greek yogurt
The process mainly includes four steps: heating, fermentation, filtration/concentration, and cooling.
- The heating step uses a pasteurization tank, which requires strict temperature and time control to effectively eliminate bacteria in the milk without affecting the taste.
- The fermentation phase requires the inoculation of lactic acid bacteria to activate the fermentation process. A constant temperature fermentation tank is generally used to provide the appropriate fermentation temperature for the culture.
- Filtration, the core step, is the most important in distinguishing Greek yogurt from regular yogurt. Centrifugal separators are commonly used to naturally separate the whey, making the yogurt thicker and smoother.
- The cooling and storage process reduces the temperature to maintain the live bacteria and flavor to meet the requirements of freshness preservation and logistics transportation.
How much does a Greek yogurt making machine cost?
The following are some key factors that affect the cost of Greek yogurt production machines, which can help you make some judgments about the cost when purchasing related products.
- The greater the output (i.e., the more milk or yogurt processed per hour), the larger and more powerful the storage tanks, motors, and components required, resulting in a higher cost.
- High-end filtration systems are expensive, but they can provide a better taste, higher protein retention, and greater production efficiency. For example, centrifugal separation is more expensive than bag filtration.
- Food-grade stainless steel (such as 304, 316, etc.) has good quality and high safety, but the raw material and processing costs are also high. But good materials can extend the service life of the machine and ensure food safety.
- Heavy equipment transportation costs, customs duties, warranty and spare parts supply, etc., are added to the total cost of the machine, which is why imported equipment is more expensive than domestic machines.
How to choose a reliable yogurt machine manufacturer?
When investing in a yogurt machine, choosing a reliable manufacturer is crucial to ensure long-term performance and stable product quality. Here is some key information you should know to determine if a company is reliable or not.
- A good yogurt machine manufacturer should have years of experience in dairy equipment production and a strong reputation in both domestic and international markets.
- Check whether the company provides CE or ISO certifications, which indicate compliance with global quality and safety standards.
- Customer feedback and after-sales service are also important factors. A trustworthy supplier will offer technical support, installation guidance, and spare parts supply.
- If the manufacturer’s factory supports visits or provides actual production videos, it will be better to judge the company’s strength.
- Good after-sales service is an important thing to consider when choosing a supplier, which includes the product’s packaging, shipping, installation, and maintenance instructions.
We are Taizy, who have been developing yogurt machines in the country for decades and exporting them to other countries for more than ten years. Our machines have multiple international export certifications, such as CE, PVOC, etc.
In addition, we have our own factory, and we strictly control the quality of production, keeping the price transparent to provide the most stable guarantee for the business development of global customers.
If you want to start your business, Taizy can provide customized production solutions for you. If you need any help, just contact us!