Heat transfer fluids – Food Processing Applications

Several applications in the food processing industry are well suited to the use of liquid phase heat transfer fluids and vapor phase heat transfer fluids. Vegetable oil deodorizing, food additive manufacturing, food packaging production, and food preparation all use heat transfer fluids to some degree. When operating temperatures prohibit the use of steam, or steam is not readily available, synthetic based heat transfer fluids can provide safe and efficient operation in a heat transfer system used for food processing. A properly designed and maintained heat transfer system employing Therminol heat transfer fluids will contribute to low cost operation and efficient production.

A variety of Therminol heat transfer fluids are used for vegetable oil processing. Therminol 66, a liquid phase heat transfer fluid, and Therminol VP-1, a liquid or vapor phase heat transfer fluid, are commonly used where high operating temperatures are required. When more moderate temperatures can be used, Therminol XP, a liquid phase heat transfer fluid, is the fluid of choice because of its excellent heat transfer efficiency, low odor, and regulatory status. Therminol XP should also be considered for all other applications in the food processing industry since it meets FDA specifications and requirements of United States Pharmacopeia (USP) and National Formulary (NF).