Odwalla, which last year installed a Flow continuous system for small-scale UHP juice production at its plant in Dinuba, Cal., has ordered four additional Flow continuous UHP systems, each consisting of four vessels. (For configuration of a Flow continuous UHP system, see Food Engineering July/Aug. '00). According to Odwalla CEO Stephen Williamson, "this process will significantly increase the shelf life of our juice, expanding our reach while improving our distribution logistics."
Odwalla last year acquired juice manufacturer Fresh Samantha, Inc. and plans to relocate Fresh Samantha production from its current location in Saco, Maine to a new plant in southern Florida scheduled for startup later this year. Food Engineering was unable to confirm at press time if any of the new UHP lines will be installed at Fresh Samantha.