What Are The Machines Used In Fruit Juice Processing?

How much it’ll cost to start a fresh fruit juice business in small size?

Start your juice business: A complete analysis of a small fresh juice production line

In Mozambique, taking advantage of the abundant local fresh fruit resources, opening a small fresh juice shop is a business opportunity with great potential. In order to help you better plan and implement this plan, we have compiled the key equipment, cost estimates and operating procedures required to start a small-scale fresh juice business.

I. Overview of core equipment

COMMERCIAL JUICE EXTRACTOR MACHINE: The first step to extract pure natural juice from fresh fruits. Depending on the scale of production, you can choose manual, semi-automatic or fully automatic juicers.

FRUIT PULP MACHINE: For juice or sauce products that need to retain the pulp, the pulper can effectively break the fruit fiber and maintain the appropriate particle size.

PASTEURIZED JUICE PRODUCTION LINE: Kill harmful microorganisms through gentle heating to ensure the safety of the product while minimizing the impact on nutrients.

JUICE BOTTLE FILLING MACHINE: Semi-automatic filling machine suitable for small production, or fully automatic filling line suitable for large-scale production, including vacuum capping machine and labeling machine.

STAND-UP BAG FILLING AND CAPPING MACHINE: Provides flexible options to meet the needs of both initial small-scale production and subsequent large-scale expansion.

COLD STORAGE ROOM: Used to store juice that has not been sold in time to maintain its freshness and taste.

II. Cost Estimation

The cost of starting a small fresh juice business varies depending on many factors, such as location selection, business scale, equipment selection, and local regulations. The following is a rough estimate:

1. Equipment investment: From basic configuration to high-end full set of equipment, the estimated investment ranges from about US$20,000 to US$500,000.

2. Raw material procurement: Taking advantage of the abundant local fruit resources, it is recommended to reserve US$1,000-US$5,000 for the initial procurement budget.

3. Venue rental and decoration: Depending on the geographical location, the monthly rent may range from a few hundred dollars to thousands of dollars.

4. Marketing and brand building: The initial brand design and marketing costs are about US$1,000-US$10,000.

5.Other operating costs: Including water and electricity bills, employee wages, insurance, etc., at least US$1,000-US$5,000 needs to be prepared each month.

Mozambique small fruit juice making sterilization line processing plant, the basic machine cost is about US$20,000 to US$100,000.

III. Advantages of Non-Concentrated Reconstituted Juice (NFC Juice)

The juice produced by the above equipment and technology is called non-concentrated reconstituted juice (NFC). Because it has not been concentrated, it retains the original flavor and nutritional value of the fruit to the greatest extent and is deeply loved by consumers. This high-quality product can not only quickly occupy the market, but also establish a good brand image.

IV. Conclusion

With reasonable planning and appropriate investment, you can easily start your own small fresh juice business. Using Mozambique’s unique fresh fruit resources, combined with modern production equipment and technology, not only can high-quality NFC juice be produced, but it can also be quickly brought to the market to meet the health needs of consumers.