Agave Syrup and the most effective sanitary pumping solution for this application

Q-Pumps® is a company with 25 years of experience in the sanitary industrial pumping industry. We manufacture centrifugal, positive displacement, mixer and drum unloader pumps; a set of ideal solutions for different applications in the global market.

Mexico and Latin America is home to an ancient plant, with a large number of uses and many names, among them: agave, pita, maguey, cabuya, penca, fique or mezcal, among the most popular. It belongs to the Agavaceae family whose characteristics include thick leaves, called pencas, which have thorns and a larger thorn in the center. They usually grow in semi-dry and cold climates of the Mexican highlands.

This plant has many applications due to the versatility of its properties, including obtaining mead, also called syrup, chawarmishki, in Quichua chawana, tlachique, in Nahuatl, or agave syrup, which has particular characteristics that make it an excellent food supplement, diuretic and probiotic.

What is agave syrup?

It is a type of honey or nectar obtained from the blue agave or maguey agave, it is a watery product, with a viscous consistency and a naturally sweet flavor, which is why no other type of additives, starches, molasses, glucose,  fructose or other sugars are added in its preparation.

This syrup is characterized by having a sweetening property, which is almost double than traditional sugar, due to the fact that it is made up of 70% fructose and 25% glucose, which gives it more calories than standard sugar. It is then an ingredient that enhances other flavors and aromas, in addition to requiring less quantity to obtain a similar result. It is also a natural alternative to add sweetness to drinks and unprocessed foods.

How is agave syrup obtained?

It is obtained from agave and/or maguey plants, these require an approximate age between 6 and 10 years, in order to mature and store the necessary nutrients in the pineapple in the center. The sap of the plant is extracted, which in this first extraction produces a product called mead, which can be consumed as a drink at the moment, or as an ingredient in other preparations, a custom of the original peoples. If this sap is fermented, another traditional drink called pulque will be obtained, an emblematic product of Mexico, which is also marketed as an alcoholic beverage.

Later, if this product undergoes an enzymatic process that breaks down the carbohydrates into simpler sugars, to be filtered and concentrated again, the agave syrup is obtained, with a consistency very similar to honey.As such, the agave has its origin in the lands of the Mexican Altiplano, in the north of the country. Its use dates back to before the time of the Spanish conquest, where the native peoples used it as a refreshing or fermented drink.

Advantages of using agave syrup 

As we have mentioned before, agave syrup has several properties that make it a useful ingredient for various industries such as pharmaceuticals, food and beverages. Among its main benefits, it is found that its consumption avoids increasing the level of glucose in the blood, which makes it a more suitable ingredient for people who suffer from diabetes or have less tolerance to increases in blood sugar.

It also has benefits for the intestinal flora, since it has a probiotic function and dietary fibers that contribute to the proper functioning and absorption of nutrients in the intestine. It then prevents discomfort caused by gastritis, constipation and diarrhea and other diseases of the colon.

Likewise, it improves the immune system and promotes the absorption of nutrients such as calcium in the body, vitamins A, B, B2, C, iron, proteins, phosphorus and others that contribute to lowering glucose and cholesterol levels in the blood.

As an alternative to traditional sugar, it is useful to take care of your weight, since it provides a greater feeling of satiety. Despite having a powerful sweet taste, it does not have such a high impact on blood glucose levels.

Q-Pumps® Sanitary Pumping Solution for Agave Syrup

Q-Pumps® is a company with 25 years of experience in the sanitary industrial pumping industry. We manufacture centrifugal, positive displacement, mixer and drum unloader pumps; a set of ideal solutions for different applications in various industries: food, pharmaceuticals, beverages, etc.

We design our pumps with the highest quality materials, such as stainless steel on the outside and part of its spare parts; so the life of the pump is extended compared to the other pumps on the market. Capable of pumping flows up to 441 GPM (1,670 LPM), with a maximum discharge pressure of up to 290 psi (20 bar). The QL pump, also known as a lobe pump, is the ideal pumping solution for agave syrup processing.

QL Series Sanitary Pump Features

It is a positive displacement pump, designed for products with fluids of 1,000,000 cP, it can handle suction capacities of up to 4mts., with flow ranges of up to 100m3/hr and head of up to 250mts. The best part for this pump, in addition to its operation for viscous products and the high-quality materials with which it is manufactured, is its ATTRACTIVE PRICE and its high compatibility with other pumps in the sanitary industrial market.It is used for products such as syrups and honey, as is the case with the agave honey that we mentioned above. This pump can be used with high or low temperatures. The QL pump rotors can be: Bi-Wing, Tri Lobe and Multib Lobe in the case of small pumps. In addition, it is compatible with other pumps on the market, making it so far, the favorite pump on the sanitary market.

Regarding its maintenance and cleaning, it is enough to remove the front cover, both rotors and their seals quickly and easily without having to disconnect it from the process line.This pump has a positive displacement, designed for viscous products, up to 1,000,000 cP fluids, it can handle suction capacities of up to 4mts., with flow rates of up to 100m3/hr and head of up to 250mts. This pump is highly durable and has a highly competitive price in the market. Here we mention the main characteristics of this lobe pump:

• It has 4 different types of seals for each application.

• Standard Seal Material: Tungsten Carbide vs. tungsten carbide.

• It can be supplied with thermal covers both on the front cover and on the casing.

• Different connection options.

• Bearing box available in cast iron or stainless steel.

• Clean In Place (CIP) cleaning.

Series Pump Advantages

• Its front access provides fast cleaning and less downtime.

• Heating jacket on the front cover and shell for better temperature control.

• Highly competitive cost in the market with great performance.

• Its versatility allows the. pump to adjust to specific applications, even with abrasive substances.

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QL Pump CertificatesThe QL pump has international certifications:

3-A Sanitary Standards, Inc.

3-A SSI is an association dedicated to promoting the design of hygienic equipment for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.

Q-Pumps has two certifications: 1004 certified and 1805 certified.

Due to its characteristics, it is designed to comply with EHEDG standards.

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