Cream Crystallisation Tank (TCT)

Shape consistent, stable cream; with recipe-driven TCTs that manage cooling, agitation, and hold time for ideal fat-crystal structure.

Uncontrolled crystallisation often leads to grainy textures, variable viscosity, oiling-off, and longer maturation times. Inadequate cooling ramps or excessive shear can damage fat globules, reducing downstream performance in overrun, filling, and shelf stability. Dairy processors need a reliable, automated system that can cool, seed, and age cream to a repeatable crystal profile while protecting quality and throughput.

Our Solution:

The 4B Automation & 4B Systems Cream Crystallisation Tank (TCT) combines controlled cooling, gentle agitation, and recipe-based operation to ensure consistent cream texture and structure.
Built with multi-zone jackets (glycol or chilled-water) and closed-loop temperature control, each TCT maintains smooth temperature transitions and uniform gradients.
Low-shear impellers and optional recirculation loops maintain homogeneity without introducing air, while real-time monitoring and remote support provide total visibility of your process.
Locally manufactured and supported by 4B Automation & 4B Systems, each unit is designed for energy efficiency, maintainability, and long-term reliability, helping you standardise cream crystallisation across batches.

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Key Features / Capabilities

Custom-Built Design:

Sized to your throughput and formulation; agitation matched to target crystal profile.

Thermal Control:

Multi-zone jacket with programmable cooling ramps, step-downs, and staged holds.

Low-Shear Agitation:

VSD-driven impeller and baffles for uniformity without over-shear.

Process Monitoring:

Real-time temperature tracking, trending, deviation alarms, and batch reports.

PLC/HMI Controls:

Recipe-driven operation, audit logs, historian connectivity, and SCADA / OPC UA integration.

Modular, Skid-Built Construction:

Compact footprint for quick installation and easy integration with DATs and fillers

Fully Automated:

Reduces manual intervention and improves product consistency.

Remote Support & Self-Diagnostics:

Enables predictive maintenance and faster troubleshooting.

Locally Manufactured & Supported:

Built and serviced in South Africa by 4B Automation & 4B Systems.

Maintainable Design:

Accessible instrumentation, sampling points, and valves for simplified maintenance and cleaning.

With a 4B Automation & 4B Systems TCT, you can:

Achieve consistent texture and stability through controlled crystal formation and ageing.

Reduce variability and rework with recipe-driven cooling and hold profiles.

Improve downstream handling, overrun, and filling with uniform product.

Enhance audit readiness with full batch data, trends, and deviation tracking.