Initial Filtration and Sap Pre-Concentration

What happens here

Upon arrival at the sugar shack, the raw sap from the collection lines is fed into an initial filtration system to remove large debris. From these primary filters, the sap then proceeds to more advanced filters. After initial filtering, the sap enters a Reverse Osmosis (RO) machine. The RO system works by splitting water from the sap, pushing water molecules through a membrane while retaining the larger sugar and mineral molecules. This process concentrates the sap, making it 'sweeter water' and significantly reducing the volume that needs to be boiled later.

Goal: Raw sap is first passed through a series of filters before entering a reverse osmosis system which separates water from the sugars and minerals, creating a more concentrated sap.