04 November 2025

India’s dairy and beverage industry is rapidly transforming, with Ultra-High Temperature (UHT) processing emerging as a key enabler of long shelf life, consistent quality, and safer products. As demand for hygienic, ready-to-drink beverages grows, UHT technology is empowering manufacturers to expand across the country while minimizing dependency on cold-chain distribution.

Modern UHT systems are not only about heat treatment, they are about achieving operational efficiency, reducing energy consumption, ensuring microbial safety, and delivering sustainability at scale. This transformation aligns perfectly with the evolving regulatory and environmental expectations of the Indian food processing sector.

Industry Snapshot

• Shelf life: Up to 6–12 months under ambient conditions

• Steam consumption (conventional): 0.08–0.20 kg/L product

• Heat recovery efficiency: Up to 92% with regenerative systems

• CIP water reduction: 30–60% with automated cleaning technology

• Product loss at changeover: Reduced from 2–3% to <0.5%

• Plant OEE improvement: 8–20% increase through digital performance monitoring

GOMA’s Contribution to the UHT Revolution

1. Enhanced Energy Efficiency

GOMA’s high-effect regenerative UHT systems achieve up to 55% reduction in steam consumption, optimizing heat recovery and ensuring consistent temperature control. These systems minimize energy costs while maintaining superior product quality.

2. Sustainable Water & CIP Systems

GOMA’s advanced CIP/SIP units are equipped with conductivity sensors, variable-flow pumps, and recovery loops. They help processors reduce water and chemical consumption by up to 50%, supporting sustainable operations and meeting global hygiene standards.

3. Aseptic Safety and Compliance

Equipped with EHEDG-compliant piping, automated thermal validation, and digital batch record systems, GOMA’s UHT lines ensure aseptic integrity, product safety, and complete traceability in compliance with FSSAI and HACCP requirements.

4. Automation and Smart Productivity

Servo-driven aseptic fillers and SCADA-integrated automation deliver precise control and rapid changeovers. GOMA’s automation framework improves OEE by up to 20%, reduces product loss, and enhances line flexibility for multi-SKU production.

Proven Impact

• Regional Dairy (UHT Milk): Achieved 40% steam savings, 45% lower water use, and 75% reduction in product loss after integrating GOMA’s regenerative UHT block.

• Flavoured Milk Line: Reduced changeover time by 60%, improving throughput and operating margins through process automation.

The Road Ahead

As India’s processing sector evolves toward higher efficiency and environmental responsibility, UHT technology will continue to define the next era of dairy and beverage production. GOMA Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is at the forefront of this transformation—delivering turnkey UHT systems that combine engineering excellence, automation intelligence, and sustainable design to meet the future of food processing.

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