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We ended up ordering the FN model, specifically the 900*1800mm unit with a 1.14 CBM volume, because the intermittent operation fits our batch scheduling for canned beverages — it basically lets us run 2-3 cycles per shift without tying up floor space continuously, and the SUS304 construction handles the steam and electric heating modes we need for different product viscosities.
What pushed us toward this retort over a continuous system is the high-temp physicall sterilization at 121°C or higher, which is better than reagent-grade thermal processing for killing mesophilic spores in vacuum-packed cans; we usually have stock on the 700mm diameter models, but the 1200mm diameter ones have a 4-6 week lead time (check with sales on that).
The plate structure is actually pretty straightforward to validate — we'll run a 30-minute hold test at 121°C with a thermocouple probe inserted into the center of a test can, and the CE certification means our quality team doesn't have to re-approve the electrical safety for our EU distribution, though this unit isn't suited for low-acid beverages below pH 4.6 without a separate acidification step.
One thing I didn't think to ask about initially is that the heating mode can be switched between electric and steam depending on your facility setup — we're going with steam since we've already got a boiler line, but if you're in a lab without steam access, electric option works fine at roughly 18-24 kW draw, give or take depending on the voltage customiztion.
Also, the one-year free the control board and the main heating elements, but the seals on the door — those typically wear out after 200 cycles or so and aren't covered, so budget for replacement gaskets every 6-8 months if you're running it daily, and the COA form the supplier includes an HPLC purity check on the water quality used in sterilization verification.
We don't have a fixed MOQ — we can start with a single unit for testing or small-scale production. If you need multiple units, we offer tiered pricing on larger orders.
Lead time is usually 25–35 days for standard models, and 40–50 days if you require custom voltage or special tank dimensions. We'll confirm exact timing when you place the order.
Yes, all models listed — from the FN-RS-700 to the FN-RS-6000 — come with CE certification. You'll get the certificate with the shipment.
No, it's designed to run on either electric or steam heating, not both at the same time. You pick the heating mode when ordering, and we configure it accordingly.
We ship it in sturdy wooden crates with foam padding to protect the plate structure. Store it indoors in a dry, ventilated area; avoid stacking anything on top of the unit.
