AU2MATE

Standardization Unit

Au2mate standardization unit is applied for automatic high accuracy standardizing of the fat percent in the cream and the milk line after a milk separator. The standardization unit can be applied in new as well as existing installations.

Automatic milk standardization

High precision standardization ensuring high quality and efficiency in dairy production.

Standardizing dairy products involves separating cream and milk on a dairy line and precisely recombining them to achieve the desired fat content for products such as skimmed, semi-skimmed, or whole milk. Using an automatic fat standardization process, dairies can ensure consistency and precision in these products. This process also applies to specialized products like yogurt, cheese, and milk powder, where exact fat or protein levels are essential. Additional ingredients, such as whey retentate or lactose, may be incorporated for specific applications, ensuring precision and product consistency.


Standardization unit

Benefits of precision standardization in dairy production

Precision is key to achieving consistent quality while minimizing waste—an essential aspect of sustainability and profitability. Maximizing the use of available resources while maintaining high quality is central to dairy production’s success and customer satisfaction.

Inline standardization focuses on achieving marginal gains. A more precise automatic fat standardization process allows dairies to operate closer to desired specifications, increasing yield, profit, and quality.

For example, reducing the fat set point from 3.58% to 3.54% may seem minor, but when processing large volumes, this saves significant amounts of cream, which can be redirected for other products, enhancing overall yield.

When combined with FOSS Analytics instruments such as ProFoss 2 or ProcesScan 2 and an additional dosing line, protein standardization becomes achievable. This is especially useful for crafting specialized products like yogurt, cheese, or powder.


How Au2mate’s standardization works

  • Real-time reaction: Reacts in real time to process changes or disturbances (e.g., separator discharges or feed tank changes).

  • Precision adjustments: Detects and adjusts for process variations as small as 0.01% for fat and protein.

  • Advanced software tiers: Utilizes Au2mate’s standardization software available in three different tiers.

With a track record of over 3,000 successful process automation projects for leading OEMs and end-users worldwide, Au2mate is a recognized leader in dairy automation.

As a certified partner of all major automation brands, Au2mate specializes in retrofitting and seamlessly integrating with any existing system on the market. What truly sets Au2mate apart is its ability to combine advanced FOSS analytical instruments with open control systems, enabling real-time ingredient composition analysis, precise adjustments, and total process control.

Continuous monitoring and instant deviation correction ensure consistent product quality with minimal downtime. By optimizing ingredient usage and reducing waste, Au2mate’s solutions enhance both product quality and operational cost-efficiency.

With 24/7 hotline support and a strong commitment to sustainability, Au2mate delivers precision, reliability, and confidence—empowering your dairy operation for long-term success.


Automatic milk standardization

Tailored for your dairy

Designed for seamless integration into both new and existing facilities, this advanced solution can operate as a standalone unit or as part of a fully automated factory control system.

Au2mate’s Standardization Unit (ASU) fits seamlessly into any dairy production process and is available with four different software tiers:

  • Fat Standardization (FS): The foundational application reblends cream into skimmed milk according to the desired fat percentage and standardizes cream in the same step.

  • Set Point Standardization (SPS): Adds a FOSS instrument and a dosing line to achieve precise fat and protein ratios. Typically applied directly before an evaporator for drying.

  • Virtual Batch Standardization (VBS): Builds on SPS by standardizing a batch, calculating accumulated fat and protein content in the batch, enabling compensation for disturbances or errors across the entire batch time, not just in real time.

  • Enhanced Tank Standardization (ETS): Extends VBS by using a digital twin of the plant to calculate content in pipes, accounting for factors like water or product pushes during batch changes. This flagship application offers unmatched performance.


Base configuration

The Au2mate standardization unit is pre-mounted, wired, and tested on a frame, and includes the following equipment:

  • Standalone solution with Siemens or Rockwell control systems

  • PLC and local HMI Stainless steel with hygienic design

  • 2 E&H mass flow transmitters

  • 1 E&H volume flow transmitter

  • 2 regulating valves

  • 2 process valves

  • 2 pressure transmitters

  • 3 sampling points

Optional features for customization

  • Fully integrated solution to pasteurizer or separator system

  • Ethernet-based integration to upstream and downstream equipment.

  • Configurable recipes.

  • Additional dosing lines.

  • 24/7 remote support

By integrating the Au2mate Standardization Unit into your production, you can optimize processes, reduce waste, and consistently deliver superior dairy products. Contact us today to learn more about how Au2mate can elevate your dairy operation.


Analytical insights

In today’s dairy industry every drop of milk counts in the quest for efficient production and optimal use of resources. As incoming milk accounts for at least 50 % of production costs, this aspect of production is the prime target for improving the outcome of the dairy process.

By installing an in-line sensor, dairy producers can get key data from the process every few seconds, for instance for fat content.  This allows closer control of production according to targets for both quality and yield. Adjustments to the process can be made either manually or by using the result data in connection with a PLC system for fully automated real-time control.


FAQ

My current supplier says they won’t support the Pasteurizer or Separator system if someone else modifies the program. I’m concerned about losing support.

No need to worry. Au2mate provides an attractive 24/7 support solution and has extensive experience in process automation. We ensure you’re fully supported throughout the process and beyond.

Can you deliver the panel with cUL certification?

The panel can be cUL marked. Any CSA-related inspections will need to be arranged by the end user.

Is it possible to standardize fat/protein for products like cheese milk?

Yes, with a FOSS instrument, the application has a unique capability to standardize not only fat content but also solids-non-fat (SnF), total solids, and protein.

Is this solution designed with hygienic standards in mind?

Absolutely. The unit is fully compliant with hygienic design standards, ensuring optimal cleanliness and safety. We also offer a 3A version.

In our dairy, we use a specific valve brand for standardization. Can the unit be delivered with these components?

Of course! Please provide us with your preferred supplier list, and we will incorporate this into the design to accommodate your needs wherever possible.

Should I integrate the solution into the existing pasteurizer control system or use a standalone setup?

At Au2mate, we are integrators at heart. We always recommend integrating the solution into your existing system. The benefits—such as reduced maintenance, improved safety, and a better operator experience – often outweigh the costs.

CONTACT OR DOWNLOAD PDF

Contact Au2mate for a demonstration or download this solution as a data sheet.


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Use case

Arla Food Hobro is one of the largest milk producing dairies in Denmark – therefore it is important for the dairy to ensure an efficient production. A part of the process when producing milk is fat percentage standardisation.

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DK-8600 Silkeborg
Tel. +45 8720 5050
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