An investigation of the recent advances of the integration of solar thermal energy systems to the dairy processes

The dairy industry uses a number of energy intensive thermal processes like cooling, heating and cleaning that require electrical energy. Those use temperatures between 4 °C 200 could be potentially powered using solar but one the main challenges is complexity selection integration components used for system such as collectors, cooling equipment. with temperature requirements 300 400 are mainly powdered parabolic trough collectors linear Fresnel reflectors while absorption chillers. excesses above stored in storage system. This study critically evaluates demands processes, review their existing applications recommends concept design based on available data. includes connection to supply line through chiller steam drum. benefits comprise flexibility heat transfer fluid selection, independency production conventional no further modification or additional capacity support future upgrades required. • have great potencial processes. most suitable proved Parabolic reflector. They can integrated lines additionally chiller. new presented this study.