FIC® extractor
The GEA FIC® extractor is engineered for high yield and exceptional quality, delivering up to 53% extraction yield with strong flavor attributes
Maximum flavor with zero compromise in coffee extraction
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.
FIC® coffee extractor: speed and efficiency that delivers
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.
Key benefits:
- Fast extraction times ensure superior aroma and flavor retention
- Scalable capacities from 125–1500 kg/h of soluble solids in the extract, suitable for operations of all sizes
- Three flexible modes for customized extraction performance
- Fully automated system eliminates manual operation, ensuring precision and consistency
- Capable of both hot and cold brew extraction, offering full process flexibility.
Resource-efficiency is integral to the FIC®
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.
Precision engineered for reliable, long-term coffee extraction performance
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.
Benefits include:
- High-velocity extraction process enhances efficiency
- Compact, hygienic design ensures compliance with global food safety standards
- Seamless automation eliminates operator errors and variability
- Reduced maintenance downtime with optimized system design
- Advanced safety mechanisms prevent operational hazards.
Safety first: automated precision leads to reduced risk
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.
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Test coffee extraction processes at GEA’s state-of-the-art test center
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.
Our test center provides:
- Yield and process efficiency validation
- Drying condition optimization
- Simulation of complete production lines
- Advanced aroma profiling and quality testing.
With these insights, you can confidently invest in the right extraction system, knowing it will deliver consistent, high-quality results.
Service and support
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.
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