The use of aseptic packaging by dairy processors is on the rise as operators seek newer solutions for enhancing food safety while reducing waste and operating expenses.
The aseptic packaging market is picking up steam. Sector sales for the dairy industry will reach $24.6 billion globally by 2024, up from $14 billion in 2017, projects Transparency Market Research, an Albany, N.Y.-based market intelligence firm.
GEA TDS offers an inline UHT process for milk production that allows separation, standardization and aseptic process treatment of the milk in just one step, eliminating the need for distinct separation, pre-heating steps and intermediate storage.