Belt presses have proven themselves as outstanding machines for the flexible manufacture of fruit and vegetable juices. At the heart of every belt press is the press filter belt — a continuous polyester mesh that carries the crushed fruit or vegetables through a series of pressing rollers, squeezing out the juice while the pulp (pomace) is carried away and released cleanly.
This belt-press method extracts juice quickly and completely from fruits, berries and vegetables — including apples, pears, thorn pears, ginger, cherries and grapes — while keeping the pressed solids easy to strip away. The result is higher juice yield, better juice clarity and a line that is simple to clean between batches.
Crushed fruit or vegetables are fed onto the moving press filter belt and carried between a series of press rollers. As pressure is applied, the juice is forced through the open mesh and collected, while the fibrous pomace stays on the belt surface. At the end of the press, the belt flexes over a roller and the dewatered pomace peels off cleanly — so the belt stays open and the process runs continuously with minimal stoppage.
Step 1 Feeding Crushed or milled fruit, berries and vegetables are spread evenly onto the moving belt. | Step 2 Pressing The belt carries the feedstock through a series of press rollers that apply controlled pressure. | Step 3 Juice Collection Juice is forced through the open mesh and collected below for clarification. | Step 4 Pomace Discharge The dewatered pomace peels off cleanly as the belt flexes, keeping the mesh open. |
Continuous, Flexible Operation Belt presses run continuously and adapt flexibly to different fruit and vegetable feedstocks, making them ideal for seasonal juice manufacture that switches between produce types. | High Yield & Clarity Controlled pressing with a high-elasticity belt extracts more juice per batch while keeping settleable solids low, giving a cleaner, higher-quality juice. |
Gentle on Feedstock The smooth mesh supports the product evenly and releases it cleanly, minimising damage and keeping the line gentle on soft fruit, berries and vegetables. | Easy Cleaning Between Batches Good pomace release and a smooth, cleanable surface let operators flush the belt quickly when switching products, keeping changeover time short and hygiene high. |
01 High Juice Yield Robust, high-elasticity mesh dewaters quickly and completely for maximum extraction | 02 Better Juice Quality Reduces settleable solid content for clearer juice and higher quality | 03 Easy Cleaning Good pomace release keeps the belt open and quick to clean between runs | 04 Food Safe Complies with FDA food contact regulations for direct juice contact |
| Fruit Juice Extraction● Apples, pears and thorn pears● Ginger and root vegetables● Cherries, grapes and stone fruit | Berry & Vegetable Juices● Berries and soft fruit● Vegetable juice and fruit pulp● Efficient processing of fruit pulp and vegetables |
| Belt Press Juice Manufacture● Flexible application in continuous belt press juice manufacture● Quick and full dewatering / filtration of fruit and vegetables● Clean pomace discharge for uninterrupted operation | |
To deliver this juice-press performance, PFM Screen manufactures its press filter belt from polyester and carefully designs it to be strong and durable, easy to clean, and to release pomace cleanly — so the belt stays open and the press runs efficiently batch after batch.
● Robust mesh and high elasticity ● Easy to clean ● Good pomace release ● Efficient processing of fruit, fruit pulp and vegetables | ● Improvement in juice quality ● Reduction in settleable solid content ● FDA food contact regulations compliant ● Strong and durable for long running life |
| Feedstock | Recommended Belt Requirement |
|---|---|
| Apples, pears & thorn pears | Robust mesh with high elasticity for firm, fibrous pomace |
| Cherries, grapes & soft berries | Fine, gentle mesh with excellent pomace release for soft fruit |
| Ginger & root vegetables | High-strength, wear-resistant mesh for dense feedstock |
| Fruit pulp & vegetables | High open area with easy cleaning for continuous processing |
* This is a general selection guide. Our engineers confirm the exact mesh, elasticity and width for your specific fruit type and belt press model.
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Q1: Which fruits and vegetables can this belt press? The press filter belt is used to extract juice from apples, pears, thorn pears, ginger, cherries, grapes, berries and vegetables — and fruit pulp — in belt presses. |
Q2: How does the belt improve juice quality? The robust, high-elasticity mesh dewaters quickly and completely while releasing pomace cleanly, improving juice quality and reducing settleable solid content. |
Q3: Is the press filter belt food-contact certified? Yes. The polyester press filter belt complies with FDA food contact regulations and is easy to clean with good pomace release. |
Q4: How do I choose the right mesh for my fruit type? Tell us your fruit or vegetable and belt press model. Our engineers recommend the mesh, elasticity and width that balance high juice yield with clean pomace release for your feedstock. |
Q5: Can the belt match my existing belt press? Yes. We manufacture the press filter belt to your exact width, length and joining type, and can match an existing belt for a drop-in replacement. |
Q6: How do I get a quote or sample? Send your belt press model, belt width/length and fruit or vegetable type to polyestermesh@pfmscreen.com or WhatsApp +86 153 6967 9157 for a factory-direct quotation. |
Get a Custom Press Filter Belt Specification Within 24 Hours Share your belt press model, belt width/length and the fruit or vegetable you process — PFM Screen will recommend the right belt and send a factory-direct quotation. WhatsApp: +86 153 6967 9157 Email: polyestermesh@pfmscreen.com |
