Food-Grade Hot Water & Heat Exchanger Solution for Huadu Poultry’s Processing Facility

Beijing Huadu Poultry Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Beijing Capital Agribusiness Group (CA Group), is one of China’s largest and longest-established integrated poultry producers. Founded in 1982, the company operates a fully integrated supply chain covering breeding, feed production, poultry farming, slaughtering, food processing, prepared foods, seasoning manufacturing, and cold-chain logistics.

With 25 standardized poultry farms, 26 production facilities, annual processing capacity of approximately 33 million chickens, and products exported to markets including Japan, South Korea, the United States, and the Middle East, Huadu Poultry maintains exceptionally high standards for food safety, production efficiency, and product quality.

To support its large-scale poultry processing operations, the company selected custom sanitary hot water systems and high-efficiency plate heat exchangers from Beijing Generalway. The solution provides reliable, continuous hot water for critical production processes while improving energy efficiency and supporting internationally recognized food safety standards.

The Challenge

Modern poultry processing facilities depend on large volumes of sanitary hot water throughout every stage of production. Hot water is essential for scalding, equipment cleaning, sanitation, and facility hygiene, all of which directly influence product quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

For Huadu Poultry, the thermal system needed to:

* Deliver a continuous supply of food-grade hot water

* Maintain stable water temperatures throughout 24-hour production

* Support poultry scalding, equipment cleaning, and sanitation processes

* Meet strict food hygiene and HACCP requirements

* Improve overall energy efficiency

* Reduce operating and maintenance costs

* Provide reliable operation under continuous industrial production conditions

The project required a high-capacity thermal solution capable of supporting uninterrupted food production while maintaining stringent hygiene standards.

Our Solution

Beijing Generalway designed and supplied a custom food-grade hot water system integrated with high-efficiency plate heat exchangers specifically engineered for continuous poultry processing operations.

Manufactured using sanitary-grade materials suitable for food processing applications, the system delivers a stable supply of 60°C (140°F) process hot water, meeting the temperature requirements for poultry scalding, equipment washdown, and high-temperature sanitation procedures.

Intelligent temperature control continuously monitors water temperature and automatically adjusts system performance to maintain consistent output, even during periods of fluctuating production demand. This ensures stable thermal conditions throughout the processing line while minimizing unnecessary energy consumption.

The plate heat exchangers provide highly efficient heat transfer with optimized flow paths that reduce pressure losses while improving thermal efficiency. The result is lower energy consumption without sacrificing production capacity.

Designed for 24/7 industrial operation, the modular system combines dependable performance with simplified maintenance, allowing production lines to operate continuously while minimizing downtime.

By integrating intelligent controls with hygienic system design, the solution enables Huadu Poultry to improve food safety, production efficiency, and long-term operational reliability.

Equipment Supplied

* Application: Food Processing Hot Water System

* Products Supplied: Food-Grade Hot Water Units and Plate Heat Exchangers

* Process Applications: Poultry Scalding, Equipment Cleaning, High-Temperature Sanitation

* Hot Water Temperature: Stable 60°C (140°F)

* Technology: High-Efficiency Plate Heat Exchanger

* Key Features: Sanitary Design, Intelligent Temperature Control, Continuous Operation

* Industry Standards: HACCP Food Safety Requirements

Results

Following commissioning, the hot water system significantly improved production efficiency and thermal performance throughout the poultry processing facility.

Project benefits include:

* Reliable 24-hour supply of food-grade process hot water

* Stable 60°C (140°F) water temperature for critical processing operations

* Improved food safety and sanitation performance

* Enhanced compliance with HACCP hygiene requirements

* Higher heat transfer efficiency and reduced energy consumption

* Lower operating and maintenance costs

* Reliable continuous operation supporting high-volume food production

* Improved production efficiency through stable thermal management

The completed system provides Huadu Poultry with dependable thermal infrastructure that supports safe, efficient, and energy-conscious food processing while reinforcing the company’s commitment to product quality and operational excellence.

Why This Project Matters

In modern food processing facilities, thermal systems are directly linked to food safety, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Reliable hot water is essential for maintaining hygienic production environments, protecting product quality, and supporting continuous manufacturing operations.

The Huadu Poultry project demonstrates how sanitary hot water systems and high-efficiency plate heat exchangers can improve thermal performance while reducing energy consumption and operating costs. By combining intelligent temperature control, hygienic system design, and dependable continuous operation, the project provides a valuable reference for food manufacturers seeking to modernize process heating infrastructure.

Whether serving poultry processors, meat processing plants, dairy facilities, beverage manufacturers, seafood processors, or prepared food producers, advanced thermal management solutions play a critical role in supporting safe, sustainable, and efficient food production.