The PERFITHERM Thermal Processor, the PERFIPROCESS solution for handling products with a high viscosity. The scraped surface heat exchanger provides a large exchange surface, gentle handling even with particulates or whole pieces and a low pressure drop, resulting in highly efficient processes. Flow and holding times can be adjusted, enabling the system to be used for a range of products and distinct process requirements. The hygienic design and state of the art technology delivers a high level cleanable system using CIP/SIP with virtually no product losses.