The GEA FIC® extractor is engineered for high yield and exceptional quality, delivering up to 53% extraction yield with strong flavor attributes
Aroma is everything in coffee production. The more you can extract and preserve, the better the final product, and both time and temperature are critical. Shorter extraction times at moderate temperatures result in superior flavor retention, and with GEA’s FIC® extraction system, you can achieve high-quality extract, hot or cold brew coffee with faster processing, greater efficiency and maximum aroma preservation.
The GEA FIC® extractor is engineered for high yield and exceptional quality, delivering up to 53% extraction yield with significantly better flavor attributes than conventional batch systems. Using a continuous flow battery design, the FIC operates 50% faster than traditional extraction methods, reducing overall processing time and maintaining the rich aroma and taste that consumers demand.
Designed for flexibility, the FIC® allows operators to switch between three different operating modes, adapting to a variety of coffee types and production needs. Whether you're focused on maximizing yield or enhancing quality, FIC® gives you full control over the process. It is fully capable of producing high-quality cold brew coffee in liquid form, which can also be concentrated, freeze-dried, or spray-dried into an instant format. Unlike traditional instant coffee, this process maintains exceptional flavor integrity and aroma, ensuring a premium product.
The FIC® system is specifically designed to minimize resource consumption while maximizing output. Using a high-velocity extraction process, the system ensures coffee particles are fully saturated, optimizing water usage and reducing waste. The result is higher efficiency, lower energy consumption, and a reduced environmental footprint - all without compromising on product quality.
Additionally, the system incorporates advanced heat recovery mechanisms. The warm extract undergoes cooling via a heat exchanger, preheating incoming feed water to reduce energy consumption. This cyclical process minimizes waste and enhances operational sustainability. Optimizing utility costs is becoming a core point of focus, and the FIC system provides an effective solution by reducing both energy and water usage.
Spent coffee grounds can also be dewatered and repurposed as biofuel, further contributing to sustainability efforts. With rising coffee prices, efficient resource management is a top priority, therefore optimizing the operational cost associated with energy and water is highly desirable.
At GEA, we understand your need for extraction solutions that deliver high-quality results consistently. The FIC® extractor is built to the highest GEA engineering standards, incorporating a fully automated, hygienic design that meets the strictest regulatory requirements. Every component is engineered for durability and long-lasting performance, ensuring minimal maintenance and maximum uptime.
The FIC® system is designed with operator safety in mind. By automating key processes, the system minimizes direct human interaction, reducing the risk of workplace accidents. The primary safety considerations in coffee extraction involve steam, high temperatures, and high pressure. The FIC® system mitigates these risks with built-in monitoring tools, including pressure and temperature sensors, automated alarms, interlocks and secure operating protocols. Maintenance is streamlined to ensure safe handling of all components, aligning with best practices in industrial safety.
To help you optimize your extraction process, GEA offers access to a test center equipped with various pilot plants. Here, in collaboration, we can validate your processes, fine-tune operating parameters, and optimize yield and aroma retention before scaling up to full production.
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With these insights, you can confidently invest in the right extraction system, knowing it will deliver consistent, high-quality results.
For over a century, GEA has been at the forefront of coffee processing innovation, helping manufacturers worldwide achieve higher yields, greater efficiency, and superior product quality. With the FIC® extraction system, you get a solution that is fast, flexible, sustainable, and built for long-term excellence.
GEA の CONTEX 抽出装置を使用すると、世界中の製造業者がファーストクラスの抽出物を簡単に製造できます。
GEAの専門知識と技術の包括的なポートフォリオは、全世界で毎日のようにコーヒー加工のあらゆる段階を最適化し、お客様がより優れた製品を受け取ることができるようにしています。GEAは、様々なメリットや利点を持つ2つの汎用性の高いコーヒー抽出技術を提供し、お客様の用途に最適なソリューションを選択するお手伝いをします。
GEA Aroma management comprises detailed aroma compound analytical services that combine years of GEA experience with the latest GC-MS technology.
GEAは、コーヒーの加工中に失われがちな重要な香りの成分を捕まえて、保存するための革新的なシステムを開発しました。GEAの技術は、小さな設置面積で大きな効果を発揮し、新規および既存のGEAコーヒーラインに簡単に組み込むことができます。
GEA kytero 10により、バイオ医薬品、食品、ニューフード業界の研究者や開発者は、最新世代の強力な加速器を自由に使えるようになりました。