A stainless steel jacketed tank is a must-have for businesses that require precise heating, cooling, and mixing of products. Built from food-grade stainless steel, these tanks are designed for durability, hygiene, and efficiency across multiple industries — from food and beverages to cosmetics, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals.
Unlike single-wall tanks, a jacketed tank features a double-wall construction. The outer jacket allows hot water, steam, or thermal oil to circulate, ensuring uniform temperature control without direct contact with your product.
🔧 Key Features of Stainless Steel Jacketed Tanks
- Food-Grade Stainless Steel (SS304/SS316): Corrosion-resistant, hygienic, and long-lasting.
- Double-Walled Jacket: For indirect heating or cooling, preventing burning or contamination.
- Agitator / Mixer Options: Ribbon mixers, paddles, or high-shear mixers for thorough blending.
- Capacity Range: Available from 70L to 1000L to suit small to large-scale production.
- Easy Cleaning: Polished internal surface for easy washing and sanitation.
- Temperature Control: Precision heating/cooling with thermostatic regulation.
✅ Benefits of Stainless Steel Jacketed Tanks
- Uniform heating/cooling for consistent product quality.
- Multi-industry applications: From sauces to lotions and chemical solutions.
- Safe & hygienic: Stainless steel construction resists rust, bacteria, and chemical wear.
- Energy-efficient: Insulated walls reduce heat loss and lower energy bills.
- Scalable solution: Available in different capacities to grow with your business.
🏭 Applications
- Food & Beverage: Sauces, soups, jams, syrups, chocolate, juices.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Creams, lotions, gels, conditioners.
- Chemical & Detergents: Pine gel, polishes, detergents, sanitizers.
- Pharmaceuticals & Herbal: Syrups, extracts, herbal infusions, ointments.
📈 Why Invest in SME Machinery Jacketed Tanks?
At SME Machinery, we specialize in stainless steel jacketed tanks built for South African manufacturers. With customizable sizes, affordable pricing, and after-sales support, we help businesses scale production while maintaining world-class standards of hygiene and efficiency.
Whether you’re starting a small processing line or expanding a factory, our tanks provide a reliable and long-term solution.