The homogenizers play a primary roll in the industrial production of the ice cream, but they can be costly, oversized and not so easy to be used when it comes to non-industrial small-batch duties.

With a flow rate of 106 gph (400 l/h) and a working pressure of 1740 psi (120 Bar) MICROLAB 400 perfectly suits the small-batch applications. It could be used in both ways: with a single pasteurizer (recirculation mode) or with two pasteurizers (inline installation between the two pasteurizers).

The goal of the homogenizing process is to make the ice creams tastier and creamier and with a less ""cold"" taste. The ice cream, thanks to the homogenizing process, will benefit from a longer overrun, higher storage stability, a better dissolution and increased digestibility.

How the MICROLAB 400 Works

The pumping pistons push the product through the homogenizing valve at a pressure of 1740 psi (120 Bar). Into the homogenizing valve, due to a quick increase of the speed (up to a 9.300 cm/sec), a strong cavitation takes place and due to the friction among the cells, the product is subject to a micronizing process which reduces the average diameter of the solid fat particles to a few micrometers in diameter (< 0.0035 mm). The micronizing process removes the fat cell’s external coating, increases the area in contact with the emulsifiers, favors the water-oil phase, makes the ice cream texture softer and gives a drier taste which makes the ice cream quality higher.

Microlab 400

• 106 GPH
• 1740 PSI

Lab Homogenizer 2.20 is a laboratory homogenizer suitable to test almost 5.3 gph (20 l/h) of product, reaching a homogenizing pressure of 26,000 psi (1800 Bar). Lab Homogenizer 2.50 is a laboratory homogenizer that can test almost 50 l/h of product, reaching a homogenizing pressure of 8702 psi (600 Bar). The FBF ITALIA laboratory homogenizer is equipped with two pumping pistons. This feature allows the homogenizing heads to treat the product to be tested with single-piston machines. This particular feature allows great scalability, making the results obtained in the lab easy to reproduce at the industrial scale.

Homolab2.20 • 5 GPH (50 Hz), 6 GPH (60 Hz)

• Double homogenizing stage
• 1st stage adjustable up to 26130 PSI
• 2nd stage adjustable up to 2175 PSI
• 2 pumping pistons

Homolab2.50 • 13 GPH (50 Hz), 15 GPH (60 Hz)

• Double homogenizing stage
• 1st stage adjustable up to 8700 PSI
• 2nd stage adjustable up to 2176 PSI
• 2 pumping pistons

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF1000	375 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	13.2-79.3 GPH
FBF2000	800 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	52.8-171.7 GPH
FBF3000	904 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	105.7-554.8 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special oil-pneumatic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF4000	1873 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	290.6-1585.2 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for an easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special hydraulic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF5000	2800 LBS	1886-4351 PSI	581-1585 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special hydraulic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF6000	4079 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	845-3038 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special hydraulic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF7000	5622 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	1321-4227 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special hydraulic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF8000	7716 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	2246-6605 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special oil-pneumatic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF9000	12125 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	3435-10568 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special oil-pneumatic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller

SERIES	Weight (±)	Pressure	Capacity
FBF0	16094 LBS	1450-4351 PSI	4756-17437 GPH

COMPRESSION HEAD AND HOMOGENIZING VALVE

• The Compression Head is manufactured from a single block of high-quality stainless steel of a special type, with a 5-year guarantee against cracking and defects. This part is modular for easy and fast maintenance
• The Pumping Pistons are coated with a special “Diamond-Like Carbon” plating (standard)
• The Interchangeable Valve Group assemblies are available in special materials depending on the products to be processed
• The Homogenizing Valves are designed to be energy efficient, with high stability and alignment of the moving parts (impact head) due to the hydrodynamic assembly, which ensures a vibration-free homogenization
• The Safety Valve, in sanitary configuration, is a spring-type with replaceable shutter and seat

MOTORIZATION - STRUCTURE

• The Pump Body is made using a thick-walled premium-grade high-resistance cast iron, engineered to withstand heavy loads and cancel out vibration
• The Crankshaft is made from special steel, machined from a heat-treated solid piece, and with superfinishing of the finished crankpins, and completely nitrided. The crankshaft is supported by robust roller bearings (with bronze bearings used only on the crankpins)
• Power Transmission with a double reduction stage: “V” shaped belts/pulleys, with parallel axes reduction gear
• 3 phase, 4 poles, AC electric drive motor of primary manufacturers
• Lubrication is Oil Splash type. The mechanical components are in oil-bath and the correct oil level is checked by a sight glass installed on the front side of the machine
• The Frame is made of a stainless steel square-section frame, provided with separate stainless steel panels with a satin finish

INCLUDED EXTRAS

• Spare Parts- An initial set of spare parts supplied with the machine include the following: Full set of gaskets, a set of springs for valves and a complete safety valve set
• Tools- Set of tools for ordinary maintenance
  
• Manual- Instruction and maintenance manuals (2 copies + CD ROM)

OPTIONS

• 2nd stage homogenizing valve controlled by a special hydraulic system
• Digital pressure transducers and analog gauges with 4-20 ma output
• Variable Capacity (electric board panel mounted directly above the machine contained in a stainless steel casing)
• Fixed Capacity (internal electrical board)
• Aseptic Version with “sterility barriers” traced with steam condensate created by an integrated system
• Pulsation dampeners on product inlet and/or outlet, for special aseptic version as well
• Pressure gauge with alarm contacts for the automatic cut-off of the homogenizing pressure, complete with a timing device to manage the start/stop of the homogenizing valves
• An automatic homogenizing pressure controller