Corn Steep Tank Determines the Follow-Up Links of Corn Processing

Corn steep tank is a key equipment for the initial stage of corn processing in corn processing plants. The main process carried out in the corn steep tank is the corn wet-milling process. In this process, corn kernels are soaked in a specific solution in the corn steep tank. The softened kernels are then treated to remove the germ before they are further processed.

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Corn steep tank in the corn processing plant

The liquid discharged from the corn steep tank after undergoing the corn wet-milling process enters the next step, the steep water evaporator. The steep water evaporator is used to recover steep water generated during the initial soaking stage of corn processing. Steep water contains soluble sugars, proteins, and other nutrients, which are mainly used for the production of corn sweeteners and starch.

When the corn steep tank transfers the liquid to the steep water evaporator, a wedge wire screen basket is installed at the bottom of the corn steep tank as a filter element to ensure the purity of the delivered liquid and can withstand the pressure of the material in the tank. The wedge wire screen basket forms a strong and flat surface at the bottom of the tank that supports the weight of the corn kernels and prevents them from directly settling on the tank floor.

Design Advantages of Wedge Wire Screen Basket

• Good pressure resistance. The wedge wire screen basket is made of stainless steel material, with a sturdy structure that can withstand the pressure from the liquid and solids in the tank.
• Ensures filtration efficiency. The liquid is evenly distributed, allowing for higher liquid flow rate.
• Uniform liquid distribution. The wedge wire screen basket design ensures a uniform distribution of the liquid at the bottom of the tank, which is beneficial for corn soaking.
• Environmental protection and resource utilization. The wedge wire screen basket helps reduce waste during the soaking stage, making the industrial process more sustainable.

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