Process Optimisation

Both significant factors have a positive effect on the dependent

variable. The faster the filling velocity, the higher the mean net
weight of cans.
The best operating condition for filling velocity to achieve the
specified net weight is at 5 gallons per minute (gpm).
Recommended process temperature of 75C which inhibits the
oxidation of the tomato paste.
 A multiple regression analysis was performed using the
experimental design data. Through this analysis, a
mathematical model was developed, which explains 92.36% of
the tomato filling process variability. The mathematical model
for this study is:
Y = 2882.35 3.1X1 + 2.76889X2 + 1.41556X3 + 0.033703X4
Where,
Y = Net weight.
The mathematical optimization of the tomato paste filling process is
the selection of the best operating conditions to meet the specified
target value (3.000 g).
 According to the mathematical model, if filling process is operated
under optimum conditions suggested in this study, the mean net
weight of tomato paste cans should be 2991.7 g. The results imply
that the filling of tomato paste was moved left, so it could meet the
specifications of the company.