The IES extraction process
Flavourtech uses its Integrated Extraction System (IES) to produce RTD beverages, soluble coffee, liquid concentrates, and cold brew through one continuous system. This Australian company designs these modules to help manufacturers switch between product lines without changing machinery. The IES achieves premium results by processing coffee beans through a sequence of highly specialized modules. The Slurry Preparation Module wet-grinds roasted coffee beans directly into a slurry with cold water to capture unique, volatile top-notes. The Spinning Cone Column (SCC) uses steam to strip aromas during low-temperature extraction. The Rotating Disc Column (RDC) manages precise contact times during high-temperature extraction to extract soluble solids. After the Clarification Module removes spent grounds, the Centritherm evaporator uses a vacuum and a single second of heat contact time to prevent thermal degradation, which prevents the coffee from tasting "burnt" and keeps the flavor profile fresh.
| Model | Scale | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| IES25 | Commercial | Production |
| IES250 | Large Commercial | Production |
| IES2.5 | Pilot-scale | R&D or small-scale |
Production scale and availability
Flavourtech sells the IES25 and the larger IES250 for commercial use. I find the delay regarding the IES2.5 pilot-scale model frustrating for specialty roasters who need immediate R&D tools for their pilot plant trials. Flavourtech says this upcoming model targets R&D laboratories, pilot plant trials, or small-scale, high-value production runs. The company claims the IES2.5 allows roasters to translate artisan roasting regimes directly into high-quality extracts because it captures highly volatile top-notes and prevents thermal degradation. This capability helps specialty roasters avoid a generic, "me-too" product when entering the RTD or premium instant coffee markets. The system captures origin characteristics and flavor profiles to ensure a premium presence on supermarket shelves. The IES2.5 lowers the barrier to entry for craft coffee innovators. Flavourtech engineers and technicians support IES installations around the world to help roasters produce the premium-flavored coffee products consumers demand today. Flavourtech specializes in maximizing flavor retention, processing efficiency, and product quality for the global food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.
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