High-Efficiency Baking Ovens


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n the heart of the Netherlands, in the city of Tilburg, a company with over 70 years of experience is quietly transforming the world of industrial baking. Dijko Ovens BV, founded in 1948, began by manufacturing deck ovens for Dutch confectioners. Today, it stands as a leader


 serve some of the world’s largest food producers. With a reputation for innovation, precision engineering, and practical problem-solving, Dijko  solutions for bakeries, confectioneries, and even non-food manufacturers.


Their systems are


      three pillars increasingly vital in today’s energy- conscious and productivity-driven industrial world. Now, as environmental concerns and operational costs dominate the food industry agenda, Dijko’s      are more relevant than ever. Kennedy’s Bakery Production, reports.


The Modular Bakery System Dijko’s crown jewel is its Modular Bakery System, a  exact needs of each client. Whether the operation is baking artisan bread, pizzas, pies, cakes, cookies, or biscuits, the system is engineered with scalability 


Each component of the system can be tailored: • The Proofer Module gives bakers full control over temperature and humidity, optimising fermentation and energy use.


proof times? No problem. Short, intense fermentation periods? Also accommodated.


• The Oven Module is where Dijko’s energy      has adjustable air slots and heating is possible via natural gas, oil, electricity, or LPG—depending on the most cost-effective and eco-conscious method for the client. Independent temperature controls allow for      improving consistency.


• Cooling Modules include both standard coolers and deepcoolers. They’re about maintaining


Bake smart, not hard


Long


With sustainability, automation, and energy  manufacturer Dijko Ovens is showcasing its modular, high-performance systems designed to future-proof production for bakeries around the world.


a comfortable working environment while achieving rapid product cooling  air. Less energy is needed to cool the oven room, which contributes to overall  • Vacuum Cooling Technology, another advanced


Dijko drying tunnel for rice crackers 20 Kennedy’s Bakery Production April/May 2025


option, accelerates the cooling process by reducing air pressure. This cuts down cooling time dramatically and reduces the risk of microbial growth. It also improves


shelf-life and texture - an important edge for commercial bakers.


• U-Transport Modules and Loading/ Unloading Units automate much of the physical handling, reducing labour costs and increasing operational uptime.


     


 allowing companies to scale up production without a full redesign.


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