Production line and factory setup overview
A compact line for washing, aril separation, juice extraction, clarification, gentle vacuum concentration, pasteurization and filling pomegranate molasses.
Recommended lowest-entry line configuration For the lowest credible entry, select a 500 kg/h fruit line with washer, aril separator, juice extractor, filter, 300 L vacuum kettle, pasteurizer and semi-automatic filler.
Production process and implementation sequence
- Fruit receiving, washing and defect sorting
- Cutting and aril separation without rind crushing
- Juice extraction and coarse screening
- Clarification or fine filtration
- Vacuum concentration to confirmed Brix
- Recipe and acidity verification
- Pasteurization and hot filling
- Cooling, coding and release
Products, capacity and market fit
- Afghan pomegranates have strong domestic identity and a short harvest season that benefits from preservation.
- Molasses removes water and creates a shelf-stable culinary product with lower freight per unit of fruit solids.
- A vacuum kettle protects color and flavor better than uncontrolled open-pan boiling.
- The same intake can supply clarified juice when a buyer does not require concentration.
- Pure pomegranate molasses - Declared ingredients, Brix, acidity, color and microbiology - Retail, restaurants and regional food buyers
- Pomegranate concentrate - Buyer-defined soluble solids and pack - Beverage and sauce processors
Core production machinery and line specifications
| Machine / stage | Function / value | Production note |
|---|---|---|
| Fruit washer and sorting conveyor | Cleans fruit and removes defects | Gentle food-grade handling |
| Pomegranate aril separator | Separates arils from peel | Minimize bitter rind carryover |
| Crusher and belt press | Extracts juice from arils | Variable pressure and sanitary cleanout |
| Vibrating screen and filter | Removes seeds and suspended solids | Buyer-approved clarity |
| Vacuum concentration kettle | Concentrates juice at reduced temperature | 300 L batch with vacuum and agitation |
| Balance and blend tank | Standardizes Brix and acidity | Sanitary agitated vessel |
| Pasteurizer | Applies validated heat treatment | Recorded temperature and hold time |
| Semi-automatic hot filler | Fills jars or bottles | One launch format |
Raw materials, utilities and factory requirements
- Sound traceable Afghan pomegranates
- Only declared recipe ingredients
- Glass or heat-compatible PET containers
- Caps, labels and cartons
- Stable three-phase electricity
- Potable process water and hygienic drainage
- Food-grade heat source
- Ventilated washable processing room
- Clean dry packing and finished-goods storage
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 and aril separation | US$8k-18k | 500 kg/h entry preparation |
| Juice extraction and filtration | US$7k-15k | Compact press and filters |
| Vacuum kettle and tanks | US$10k-24k | 300 L batch concentration |
| Pasteurization and filling | US$6k-14k | Semi-automatic one-pack launch |
| Freight, installation and spares | US$5k-12k | Confirm steam or electric heat |
| Indicative low-entry total | US$36k-83k | 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.