The PILOT ACETATOR 8 L is the smallest of our ACETATOR series. With this system approx. 840 liters of vinegar 10% can be produced annually. Depending on the equipment, this plant also works fully automatically.
Primarily the PILOT ACETATOR 8 L is used to test raw materials and to produce sample batches. Depending on the design, the PILOT ACETATOR can also be used as a pre-culture fermenter.
A so-called “live inoculation” with active biomass allows a significant reduction of the waiting time until the start of production when starting larger production ACETATORS (usually inoculation is done with a “dormant culture”).
The PILOT ACETATOR 8 L is available in two proven tank designs (PVC LH-P or stainless steel).
A further option is the PILOT-ACETATOR 22 L with an annual capacity of approx. 2,000 liters vinegar 10%.
Automatically operating PILOT ACETATORS usually consist of