hand filter press

[maple mack]

anyone familiar with the maple jet filter presses? Hand pump for small volumns?

[Smitty8377]

I have been using the Maple Jet from the Maple Guys for 3 years and very happy with the results. I bottle in 12 oz and 10 oz bottles and as clear as can be. After 3 gallons the papers do tend to get full

[maplefarmer]

Rob, are you botteling right off the evap.? you say after 3 gallons you need to change papers, how long in between draws or do you hold syrup hot and filter 3 gal in 1 shot. I have been thinking about this filter press, but not sure I can keep syrup hot enough [right off the evap. ] or can you collect for a little while and then filter. I guess what i'm trying to get is at what temp. are you able to filter at ?

[Smitty8377]

Off the evaporator at 219 degrees filtering through cone paper filters. I then will finish with propane to proper density, drop temperature to 185 add the diatomaceous earth and filter into bottles. (note) On the out put hose I put a nozzle to easily fill the bottles and wear a glove on the filling hand as it gets very hot. Excellent investment for a small producer!

[maple mack]

thanks Rob guessing ill take the plunge and purchase one. Filtering with cone filters is a pain i"m, loosing as much as i'm filtering. Will keep you posted

[Samuelvw1]

I recently purchased a hand filter press from smoky maple any tips or hints on how to use it set it up etc thanks

Sam
Shelton,Connecticut

[OGDENS SUGAR BUSH]

I recently purchased a hand filter press from smoky maple any tips or hints on how to use it set it up etc thanks

Sam
Shelton,Connecticut doesnt he supply instructions?

[Samuelvw1]

No just sent the device I had to get the correct tubing fitings and clamps I never used one before

[Daryl]

When you purchase a 5" press from me, you get instructions and support as needed. I have about 8 years experience in solving all kinds of problems that producers have come up with.
For more info, send me a message either e-mail or Pm thru this site.

[BRL]

When you purchase a 5" press from me, you get instructions and support as needed. I have about 8 years experience in solving all kinds of problems that producers have come up with.
For more info, send me a message either e-mail or Pm thru this site.

Daryls press is a great little unit and he is great to work with!