Production line and factory setup overview
A small line for pomegranate washing and sorting, peeling and aril separation, aril inspection, gentle juice extraction, clarification, pasteurization and filling.
Recommended lowest-entry line configuration For the lowest credible entry, select a 500 kg/h pomegranate line with washer and sorter, breaker-peeler, aril separator, inspection table, low-tannin press or juicer, tanks, pasteurizer and semi-automatic filler.
Production process and implementation sequence
- Fruit receiving, weighing and defect sorting
- Washing and final inspection
- Controlled breaking and peel opening
- Aril and membrane separation
- Aril inspection and optional chilled packing
- Gentle juice extraction with low peel contact
- Screening, blend adjustment and pasteurization
- Filling, cooling, coding, labeling and product release
Products, capacity and market fit
- Afghan pomegranates can supply premium juice from sound fruit outside top fresh grades.
- Mechanical aril separation improves recovery while limiting peel bitterness when correctly adjusted.
- Pasteurized juice serves retail, hospitality and beverage-blending markets.
- Chilled arils can earn more but require rigorous hygiene, rapid cooling and continuous cold chain.
- Pasteurized pomegranate juice - Buyer-approved Brix, acidity, color, tannin, flavor and microbiology - Retail, hospitality and beverage buyers
- Chilled pomegranate arils - Intact clean arils under validated cold-chain shelf life - Premium retail and food service
- Peel and seed fractions - Separated promptly and traceably - Approved extraction, compost or research users
Core production machinery and line specifications
| Machine / stage | Function / value | Production note |
|---|---|---|
| Pomegranate washer and sorter | Cleans fruit and removes rot or cracked spoilage | 500 kg/h gentle food-grade handling |
| Fruit breaker and peeler | Opens rind without excessive seed crushing | Adjustable for local fruit diameter |
| Aril separator | Separates arils from peel and membrane | Low breakage and easy sanitation |
| Aril inspection conveyor | Removes membrane, peel and defective arils | Food-grade rotating product bed |
| Low-tannin press or screw juicer | Extracts juice while limiting bitter peel compounds | Trial-confirmed yield and screen size |
| Balance tanks and filter | Controls pulp and prepares juice for heating | Cloudy or clarified route by buyer |
| Tubular pasteurizer | Applies validated time-temperature treatment | Automatic recorder and diversion |
| Semi-automatic filler and capper | Fills hot or validated cooled juice packs | Two launch pack sizes |
Raw materials, utilities and factory requirements
- Sound mature Afghan pomegranates
- Potable process water
- Only approved antioxidant or recipe ingredients
- Heat-compatible bottles and closures
- Optional chilled aril trays with validated barrier film
- Labels, coding ink and cartons
- Stable three-phase electricity
- Food-safe steam, electric or hot-water heat source
- Potable water and hygienic drainage
- Cooling water for juice and packs
Indicative low-entry investment and implementation plan
These planning ranges prioritize economical machinery, local labor and local civil works. Final pricing follows confirmed capacity, product specification, delivery terms and site conditions.
| Scope | Indicative range | Entry-plan note |
|---|---|---|
| Washing, sorting, breaking and aril separation | US$12k-28k | One 500 kg/h fruit stream |
| Inspection and gentle juice extraction | US$8k-18k | Low peel-contact arrangement |
| Tanks, filtration and pasteurization | US$8k-18k | No concentrate evaporator |
| Semi-automatic filling and cooling | US$6k-14k | Two pack sizes |
| Freight, installation and initial spares | US$6k-14k | Include sanitary hoses and screens |
| Indicative low-entry total | US$40k-92k | Cold room, aseptic filling, building, fruit and working capital excluded |
Detailed proposal and next step
The proposal contains the complete line flow, machinery scope, raw-material and utility requirements, implementation stages and indicative entry planning. Final configuration follows confirmed products, capacity, site and budget.