In today’s fast-evolving dairy landscape, milk quality starts at the source. Yet in many parts of the world—especially in rural and off-grid communities—maintaining milk freshness is still a major challenge. For over 60 years, the SERAP Group has been at the forefront of tackling this issue head-on, developing innovative milk cooling technologies that serve farmers of every scale, in every location.
From smallholder dairy producers to commercial operations, SERAP’s mission is clear: to protect milk quality and reduce spoilage, regardless of the farm’s location or access to infrastructure.
A Proven Leader in Milk Cooling Innovation
As a global pioneer in milk preservation, SERAP has built a reputation for delivering simple, robust, and highly efficient cooling systems. With decades of experience across continents, the company understands the unique challenges faced by farmers in remote or under-resourced regions—where unreliable electricity, long distances to processing centers, and lack of cooling infrastructure often result in milk spoilage before it even reaches the market.
SERAP’s answer to this is the Milk Can Cooler (MCC)—a reliable, cost-effective solution designed specifically for small-scale producers who require safe, decentralized milk cooling.
Targeting Remote Challenges with Smart Cooling Solutions
The SERAP MCC system has been engineered to meet the realities of life on small farms. It allows milk to be cooled immediately at the farm gate, directly in stainless steel or aluminum cans, without needing complex infrastructure or excessive power consumption.
This is particularly vital in regions where milk is produced far from any collection center. Without timely cooling, milk begins to spoil within hours, leading to quality penalties or total losses. The MCC arrests bacterial growth by rapidly reducing milk temperature, ensuring quality and freshness are retained for transport and further processing.
Off-Grid Cooling, 24/7 – Powered by the Sun
Recognizing the unreliability—or total absence—of grid electricity in many dairy-producing areas, SERAP has developed a fully autonomous, solar-powered cooling system for its MCC units. This off-grid solution ensures uninterrupted milk cooling anytime, anywhere.
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During the day, solar panels run the cooling unit and simultaneously charge the battery system.
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At night, the stored energy keeps the MCC running, maintaining the required low temperatures without diesel generators or manual intervention.
This solar-based model eliminates fuel costs, reduces emissions, and empowers farmers with a sustainable, clean energy solution for milk preservation.
High-Performance Engineering for Maximum Quality
The MCC isn’t just rugged and efficient—it’s also technically advanced. Each unit features:
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A high-performance condensing system
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An Ice Accumulation System that ensures milk is cooled to between 0.5°C and 1°C
Cooling performance includes:
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From 35°C to <10°C in just 75 minutes during the first milking
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From 35°C to <10°C in just 45 minutes in subsequent milkings
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Over time, the MCC brings milk down to an optimal 2°C, preserving freshness and preventing bacterial growth
This fast cooling is critical to preserving the nutritional value, taste, and hygienic quality of milk.
Tailored to Fit Your Operation
SERAP’s MCC system is designed with flexibility in mind, offering various configurations to suit different farm sizes and energy preferences.
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MCC – 320 L: Holds 8 x 40 L milk cans, ideal for smallholders and cooperatives.
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Cooling Units: Available in compact or stand-alone versions.
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Energy Options: Operate using solar, hybrid, or conventional grid power—whichever best suits your location and budget.
Whether you are milking cows, goats, buffalo, or even camels, the MCC’s individual can design ensures milk can be cooled and stored separately, reducing contamination risk and supporting traceability and quality assurance.
Efficiency Beyond Cooling: Smart Heat Recovery
SERAP’s innovation doesn’t stop at cooling. Its optional Heat Recovery Unit transforms waste heat from the cooling cycle into usable hot water—ideal for:
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Washing milk cans and equipment
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Reducing energy bills
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Supporting hygienic practices on the farm
This integrated approach to energy reuse reflects SERAP’s broader vision: to support sustainable dairy production that’s efficient, profitable, and environmentally responsible.
A Future-Focused Investment for Small Farmers
In a world where every liter of milk matters, SERAP’s Milk Can Cooler system represents more than just a machine—it’s a practical, proven solution to the global challenge of milk spoilage. It gives farmers the ability to control milk quality from the moment of milking, ensuring that value is retained, waste is minimized, and profits are protected.
With growing demand for decentralized and renewable-powered dairy systems, the SERAP MCC stands at the forefront of innovation, inclusion, and resilience in the global dairy sector.