Diseño y simulación de un equipo homogeneizador con una capacidad de 50 litros de leche, para la estación de investigación de la Universidad Politécnica Salesiana

Abstract

This project for the design and simulation of a homogenizer with immersion and high shear characteristics is intended for the laboratories of the University Polytechnical Salesian, Cayambe extension, since said institution currently needs to acquire a homogenizer. For the execution of this project, a theoretical investigation was developed on the milk homogenization process, establishing technical characteristics for the design of the machine. The first chapter details the theoretical framework where the characteristics of a homogenizer equipment with immersion and high shear characteristics are described, describing the parts and operation of the machine. The second chapter makes a comparison between the different alternatives of homogenizing machines with their respective components, in order to select the appropriate elements to carry out the design. The third chapter includes the calculations with which the parts of the homogenizing equipment were determined. It also consists of static analysis through computerized software of the components that guarantees their durability. Finally, in the fourth chapter the maintenance plan is presented. In addition, the materials used for each section of the machine are included with the total manufacturing cost of the equipment.