PLANT MANAGEMENT
Automated processing
equipment brings speed and consistency that human labour alone can’t match
3. BOOSTING PRODUCTION CAPACITY With enhanced speed and accuracy, automated processing equipment allows bakeries to increase production volumes consistently. When automated equipment is integrated into a food premix operation, businesses can achieve a steady, predictable increase in output, enabling them to meet growing customer demands without sacrifi cing quality. This consistency in production also means that businesses can take on larger contracts or expand distribution, knowing they have the capacity to meet new demand.
can lead to undesirable results in taste, texture, and overall product quality, as well as costly waste. Automated equipment is highly precise, ensuring that each batch adheres to exact specifi cations, thereby reducing the margin of error. By removing the risk of human error in measurement and mixing, automation helps prevent wastage and preserves valuable ingredients, translating to a more sustainable production process and ultimately, cost savings.
4. ACHIEVING CONSISTENT QUALITY STANDARDS Automation enables food premix and baking operations to replicate high-quality products consistently across batches. For bakeries and food companies aiming to build a reliable reputation, maintaining a uniform taste, texture, and appearance is vital. Automated mixing and measurement ensure that recipes are followed precisely, resulting in consistent quality, batch after batch. For example, automated ribbon mixers allow for precise control over mix timing and speed, ensuring uniform ingredient distribution.
AUTOMATED SOLUTIONS FOR DRY MIX BAKING Automated systems come in various forms, each tailored to meet specifi c needs in baking and food premix operations. The two most commonly used types of equipment in the industry are bulk bag unloaders and micro ingredient scales.
BULK BAG UNLOADERS Bulk bag unloaders simplify the process of handling large quantities of dry ingredients, allowing companies to eff iciently manage bulk materials. These unloaders are equipped to handle ‘super sacks,’ which provide a cost-eff ective option for ingredient purchasing. Automated unloaders make it easy to safely transport and dispense ingredients from these large bags, reducing manual labour and minimising the risk of injury associated with lifting heavy loads.
MICRO INGREDIENT SCALES In food premix and baking operations, even small inaccuracies in ingredient measurements can signifi cantly aff ect product quality. Micro ingredient scales address this challenge by enabling precise weighing of minor ingredients, such as spices, fl avorings, and preservatives. These scales are designed to measure very small quantities with exceptional accuracy, ensuring that each component is added in the correct proportion.
HORIZONTAL RIBBON MIXERS For operations that require a thorough blending of dry ingredients, horizontal ribbon mixers off er a powerful solution. These mixers are designed to handle the specifi c demands of dry mix production, ensuring that all ingredients are blended evenly. The mixing ribbons reach within a fraction of an inch from the walls, minimising unblended materials and resulting in a homogenous mix every time.
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