5. Innovation in cocoa processing
Back in June, Netherlands-based specialists in self-developed ball mills and conches within the chocolate processing sector, Caotech, shared its new range of innovations in the sector. Among its latest developments was its cocoa nibs pre-grinders for
cocoa processing – the Beater Blade Mill PG 6000 and the continuous CAO 4000 ball mill refiner for intermediate/find grinding of liquor. The PG 6000 is used for the continuous pre-grinding of roasted cocoa
nibs. Equipped with special composed alloy-blades, the mill generates a high output – capacities up to 6,000 kg per hour – with minimal requirement for maintenance. The machine can also be delivered with Tungsten blades and a tool
life of more than 7,000 hours (depending on cocoa nib quality). From the PG 6000, the liquor is pumped to the next stage, the intermediate and fine grinders. Caotech’s high-capacity CAO 4000 ball mill refiner – for intermediate and fine grinding – is described as an answer to the demand from cocoa processing companies to process with fewer machines. It has now been delivered to many large cocoa processing companies worldwide. This machine has a capacity up to 4,500 kg/hrs for the intermediate and fine grinding of cocoa liquor with a fineness of 0,2 % WSR on a 75-micron screen.
4. Versatile solutions
In our ‘Year in Review’ series, Kennedy’s Confection shines a light on some of the key advancements in confectionery equipment. From starch trays and tempering machinery through to the latest in packaging, here is our countdown of highlights for 2021:
6. Overcoming confectionery challenges
MFG Tray has been a big name for 2021 and has put its focus on developing innovative new products for confectionery manufacturers and finding new solutions to customer challenges in the process. One of its recent innovations was MFG’s Internationally Patented
X-DTect™ – a new internationally patented composite material made from high-strength glass-reinforced composites specifically formulated for X-ray detection. It provides X-ray detection capabilities and has also been labelled “best practice” for contamination detection. Thanks to this innovative new material, production line inspection can be detected down to 1 cubic millimetre. It provides the maximum reliability in production management along with total product recall prevention and product protection. The company also launched MFG LITE, with the composite material being 25% lighter than standard fiberglass, while retaining MFG’s trusted strength and durability. LITE material was developed to meet customer demand for a sustainably lighter container that can withstand continuous industrial use. Also new in 2021 was MFG’s 18” x
18” (457mm x 457mm) lab tray; applied specifically as a replacement for wood lab trays. These lab trays have been successfully put into operation in lab depositors for confection production. Looking ahead, MFG Tray is
developing a lighter weight composite starch tray design that will be an overall solution for confection manufacturers.
Innovation has surely been rife in 2021, with many manufacturers seeking new ways to find solutions for their customers. SACMI Packaging and Chocolate is just one example, with its new range of
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