300 Litre Stainless Heated Holding Tank

Applications & Use Cases

• Maintaining temperature of liquid food products prior to further processing or packaging.
• Buffering product flow in a processing line to ensure continuous operation.
• Storing ingredients such as oils, syrups, or purees at a consistent temperature.
• Holding finished products like sauces or soups before filling operations.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 100 litres to several thousand litres; this unit is specified at 300 litres.

Power supply

Heating elements on units of this type typically require a 3-phase industrial electrical supply (e.g., 400V, 50Hz).

Material construction

Food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) is standard for all product contact surfaces to meet hygiene requirements.

Heating method

Commonly, electric heating elements, steam jackets, or hot water circulation are used; this unit features a heating ring.

Outlet configuration

Units typically feature a low-level outlet, often with a hygienic valve, for complete drainage.

Temperature control

Most heated tanks include integrated or external temperature control systems to maintain desired product temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a heated holding tank used for?

  A heated holding tank is used to maintain the temperature of liquid or semi-liquid food products for a period, ensuring product consistency and readiness for subsequent processing steps.

• What kind of products can be stored in this tank?

• Is this tank suitable for pressure applications?

• What maintenance is typically required for a heated holding tank?

• Does this unit come with insulation?