VACUUM INFUSION SYSTEM (HAP SYSTEMS BTC-550E MOBILE INFUSER)

DAG Asset ID: AKDI-PRC-0004
DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-0068
Manufacturer: HAP Systems (Division of JBT Corporation)
Model: BTC-550E
Asset Type: Processing Equipment – Vacuum Infusion System
Location: American Kitchen Delights, Inc. – Harvey, IL
Verification Status: Verified – Installed / In Place
Category: Processing – Infusion / Marination
Customer Program Supported:
Primary: AKDI Protein & Prepared Foods Processing
Secondary: R&D / Batch Processing / Product Development

Manufacturer Details
HAP Systems, a division of JBT Corporation, is a recognized manufacturer of food processing systems specializing in brining, marination, and vacuum infusion technologies used in protein processing and prepared foods manufacturing.

Asset Type
Vacuum infusion / marination system designed to enhance product yield, flavor absorption, and process consistency through controlled vacuum conditions.

Asset Overview
This asset is a mobile vacuum infusion system (Model BTC-550E) configured for batch processing of food products.

The unit features a sealed cylindrical chamber with a transparent lid, integrated vacuum system, and pressure/vacuum gauge for process control.

It is designed to infuse liquids (marinades, brines, flavor systems) into product under vacuum conditions, improving penetration and uniformity.

The mobile configuration allows flexible deployment within the processing area.

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: HAP Systems (JBT Corporation)
Model: BTC-550E
Serial Number: Appears to be 111023 (verify if needed)
Machine Type: Vacuum infusion / marination system
Chamber Type: Sealed cylindrical vessel with transparent lid
Process Type: Batch vacuum infusion
Controls: Manual valve controls (Vent / Low) with integrated gauge
Mobility: Mounted on mobile base

Functional Description
The system operates by:

  • Loading product into chamber

  • Introducing marinade or liquid solution

  • Applying vacuum to remove air from product structure

  • Releasing vacuum to draw liquid into product

  • Repeating cycles as needed

This results in:

  • Increased product yield

  • Improved flavor penetration

  • Reduced processing time compared to static marination

Condition & Verification Status
Asset is installed and physically present in the AKDI processing area.

Chamber, lid, and gauge are intact and appear serviceable.

No visible structural deficiencies observed.

Operational status not tested at time of inspection but configuration appears complete.

Use Case Applications

  • Protein marination (chicken, pork, beef)

  • Prepared meal component processing

  • Flavor infusion for ready-to-eat products

  • R&D and batch product development

Location & Ownership
Located at American Kitchen Delights, Inc., Harvey, Illinois.

Ownership designation: American Kitchen Delights, Inc.

Valuation Reference

Fair Market Value (FMV): $8,000 – $18,000
Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV): $5,000 – $12,000
Forced Liquidation Value (FLV): $2,500 – $7,500

Valuation supported by:

  • JBT/HAP brand recognition

  • Specialized processing functionality

  • Batch capacity limitations

  • Mobile / standalone configuration

  • Secondary (non-continuous line) role

DAG Verification Statement
This asset, designated AKDI-PRC-0004, has been physically inspected and verified by DuFort Advisory Group LLC as a HAP Systems BTC-550E vacuum infusion system located at American Kitchen Delights, Inc.

Verification confirms the presence of a sealed vacuum chamber, gauge instrumentation, and manual control system consistent with batch infusion/marination equipment.

The unit is configured for mobile use and supports processing operations involving liquid infusion under vacuum conditions.

This record is issued under DAG Certificate ID: DAG-2026-0068 by DuFort Advisory Group LLC as part of the DAG Asset Registry.

Verified, Documented, and Registered by DuFort Advisory Group LLC under the DAG Asset Registry System