Used SPX APV Gaulin UHT Homogenizer, Model G185Q-4.7P | 18,000 L/H | 200 kW Moto

🏭 Manufacturer Information

• Manufacturer: SPX Flow / APV Gaulin

• Model: G185Q-4.7P

• Serial Number: J2-13.462

• Condition: Used (Excellent, only ~833 operating hours)

• Construction: All stainless steel product contact components

• Drive System: Schneider Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) included

• Country of Manufacture: USA / Denmark (SPX APV Global)

⚙️ Product Description

The SPX APV Gaulin Model G185Q-4.7P UHT Homogenizer is a high-capacity, stainless steel, ultra-high temperature (UHT) homogenization system engineered for continuous processing of liquids in food, beverage, dairy, and cosmetic industries.
With a rated throughput of 18,000 liters per hour (4,755 gallons per hour), this homogenizer delivers uniform particle size reduction and product stability through precise, high-pressure processing.

Equipped with a 200 kW (268 HP), 415V, 50Hz motor (1490 RPM) and a Schneider variable frequency drive, the system provides reliable, adjustable operation for a wide range of viscosities and formulations.

Operating parameters include intake pressure of 3–10 bar, outlet pressure of 25 bar, and maximum operating temperature of 160°C (for short intervals), making it suitable for UHT, aseptic, and continuous liquid food processing.

📏 Specifications

• Model: G185Q-4.7P

• Rated Capacity: 18,000 L/H (≈ 4,755 GPH)

• Intake Pressure: 3–10 bar (43–145 psi)

• Outlet Pressure: 25 bar (363 psi)

• Max Operating Pressure: 12 bar

• Working Temperature: 5–85°C

• Max Temperature (short duration): 160°C (for 45 min/24 hrs)

• Drive Motor: 200 kW (268 HP), 415V, 50Hz, 1490 RPM

• Drive Control: Schneider Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

• Material of Construction: Stainless Steel (product contact areas)

• Operating Hours: Approximately 833 hours (low-use)

• Condition: Used, excellent, food-grade ready

• Spare Parts: Available at extra cost

• Logistics Support: Freight and customs assistance available

🧩 Applications

• UHT (Ultra-High Temperature) processing

• Dairy product homogenization (milk, cream, yogurt, etc.)

• Juice, smoothie, and beverage production

• Flavor and emulsified concentrate blending

• Nutraceutical and protein drink processing

• Cosmetic cream and lotion homogenization

• Sauce, puree, and soup preparation

• Chemical and pharmaceutical emulsions

• Plant-based milk and protein beverage processing

• Laboratory and pilot plant scale-up production

💧 What Might This Be Used For

The SPX APV Gaulin UHT Homogenizer is designed for high-pressure mixing and particle size reduction to achieve emulsions, dispersions, and product stability. It is widely used in UHT food and beverage production, ensuring consistent texture, extended shelf life, and uniform product quality in milk, cream, juice, and cosmetic emulsions.

🧴 Products That Could Use This Machine

• Milk and dairy beverages

• Yogurt and cream

• Fruit juices and smoothies

• Sauces and soups

• Nutritional and protein drinks

• Plant-based milk (soy, oat, almond)

• Cosmetic creams and emulsions

• Pharmaceutical suspensions

• Flavored syrups and concentrates

• Food pastes and condiments