ACER1006 - Conditioning and Storage of Maple Syrup
Secteur halieutique et ressources naturelles

DESCRIPTION

This course enables students to understand the pressure filtration process of maple syrup and acquire the knowledge needed for its storage and preservation. Students will also learn the cleaning and rinsing procedures for maple syrup conditioning and storage equipment.

Durée du programme

45

Aperçu du contenu

  • Calibration of Maple Syrup: Calibration basin, Brix reader, hydrometer, etc.
  • Maple Syrup Composition: Carbohydrates, water, minerals, etc.
  • Types of Syrup Presses: 7 to 20 inches, pneumatic or electric diaphragm pumps, gear pumps, etc.
  • Assembly and Operation of a Syrup Press
  • Filtration: Filtering powder, press paper, filter felt, etc.
  • Cleaning and Sugar Removal from the Press
  • Storage Containers and Accessories: Stainless steel barrels, plastic barrels, barrel transfer tools, carts, and levers, etc.
  • Production Log: Sampling, production batch, date, color, Brix, etc.
  • 45 heures
    360.00 CAD
    En ligne