Exhibiting at Inter FoodTech 2025

Elea Technology GmbH, based in Quakenbrück, Germany, is the global leader in Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) systems for food and beverage processing. By integrating state-of-the-art PEF technology, Elea enhances the quality, shelf-life, and processing efficiency of natural products. Founded as a spin-off from the German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL), Elea combines scientific excellence with commercial application, serving clients across more than 30 countries.

Company Overview

Elea develops and supplies advanced PEF systems that are engineered to treat biological cells by applying short, high-voltage electric pulses. These systems are applied in a range of industries including snacks, beverages, dairy, oil extraction, and fermentation. Elea has successfully installed over 250 PEF systems globally, processing more than 25 tons of food per hour.

Core Business and Offerings

Product Portfolio

Elea’s portfolio includes both industrial and pilot-scale PEF systems, such as:

• PEF Advantage Belt Series: Designed for bulk processing of solid foods such as potatoes, carrots, beets, and apples.
• PEF Advantage Pipe Series: Optimized for fluid food applications like juices, smoothies, wine, milk, and sauces.
• PEF Pilot Dual and Micro Systems: Developed for R&D, small-scale production, and academic testing.

Key Applications

Elea’s PEF systems are deployed in the production of:

• Potato Chips & French Fries: Reducing frying temperature, increasing yield, improving texture
• Vegetable Chips & Dried Fruits: Enhancing drying kinetics, preserving nutrients
• Juices & Smoothies: Increased extraction yield, better flavor, reduced microbial load
• Wine & Olive Oil: Boosted extraction, enhanced phenolic content
• Dairy & Yeast Processing: Controlled fermentation, accelerated ripening

Specialization and USP

Elea’s unique value proposition is defined by:

• Scientific Validation: Originating from DIL, their technology is peer-reviewed and trialed across institutions
• Turnkey Customization: Systems tailored to throughput ranging from 100 kg/hr to over 50,000 kg/hr
• Energy Efficiency: PEF systems reduce processing time and energy consumption significantly
• Process Enhancement: Proven increase in yield by up to 25% and reduction in processing losses by up to 15%
• Integration-ready Design: Easily retrofitted into existing food production lines

Financial & Export Insights

Elea exports approximately 90% of its equipment, with installations in:

• Europe (Germany, Netherlands, France, UK)
• North America (USA, Canada)
• Latin America, Asia, and Oceania

The company has reported:

• Over 250 commercial PEF installations across 30+ countries
• A yearly throughput exceeding 1.2 million tons of treated raw materials globally
• ROI periods for industrial clients ranging from 8 to 24 months

Certifications and Compliances

Elea ensures the highest standards of quality and food safety through:

• ISO 9001:2015 certification
• CE Marking for all machines
• Compliance with FDA, EHEDG, and 3-A Sanitary Standards for global market adaptability

Target Market and Capabilities

Elea serves a diversified client base:

• Snack food manufacturers (e.g., potato chips producers)
• Beverage companies (juices, smoothies, wineries)
• Agricultural cooperatives
• Food R&D institutes and innovation centers

The company also offers:

• PEF as a Service: Clients can outsource initial PEF trials at Elea’s R&D hub
• Field Support and Integration Engineering
• Application Testing and Product Development in collaboration with partner food technologists

Customer Testimonials

“The Elea PEF system helped us reduce oil content in chips by 10% and increase slicing throughput by 20%. Game-changing for our operation.”
— Operations Director, Intersnack Group, Germany

“Elea’s technology helped us extract 18% more juice from our carrot blend while preserving taste and color—this innovation alone paid for itself in under a year.”
— Production Lead, Naturfrisk, Denmark

Recognitions and Global Presence

Elea is a recipient of multiple awards including:

• IFT Innovation Award Finalist
• FoodTech Award for Sustainable Processing
• Invited participant at Gulfood Manufacturing, Anuga FoodTec, and Drinktec

Their technologies have been featured in Nature Food, Food Engineering Magazine, and several international scientific journals.

Conclusion

Elea Technology GmbH stands as the benchmark in Pulsed Electric Field processing for the global food industry. Through a combination of engineering precision, scientific validation, and practical results, Elea’s systems drive measurable ROI, quality enhancements, and sustainability. Their solutions are not only transforming food processing but also enabling a new generation of minimally processed, high-nutrition food products worldwide.