Food processors and manufacturers transform raw materials into prepared products by performing a range of processes, including dry blending and emulsification.
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Industrial mixers and blenders meet the bulk material processing requirements at a food processing plant. They enable the mixing or blending of dry, wet and viscous food ingredients into a homogeneous mixture that can be processed further into high-quality food products.
Forming equipment is used to convert meat, poultry, fish and vegetables into portions and shapes, such as patties, schnitzels, fish sticks and nuggets.
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Blenders and mixers for food processing plants
The type of mixing and blending equipment used in a food processing plant depends on the physical characteristics of the end product. Choosing the right mixing and blending equipment is essential to achieve process optimisation and ensure product consistency.
Some factors to be considered when choosing mixing and blending equipment include the finishing and polishing of the equipment, such as food-safe aluminium coating, pressure capabilities and tilting options.
Common types of blenders and mixers used in food processing include:
- Ribbon blenders
- Paddle blenders
- Vertical or tumble blenders
- Vibrational blenders
- Conical food mixers
- Multi-shaft mixers
- Planetary mixers
- Magnetic mixers
- Horizontal mixers
- Agitators
- Homogenisers
Types of dryers used in food processing plants
Drying processes are used in food processing to increase the shelf-life of food products by removing moisture. Some common dryers used in the food processing industry include:
- Tray or cabinet dryer
- Tunnel dryer
- Spray dryer
- Freeze dryer
- Belt dryer
- Vacuum dryer
- Bin dryer
- Solar food dryer
- Drum dryer
- Pneumatic dryer
