Automatic cutting and rounding solution for tapioca products

Optimize your production of tapioca pearls, tang yuan, and more with this machine, designed to precisely cut and round various starch-heavy foods, enhancing consistency and efficiency in snack and confectionery lines.

Processes and Forms Diverse Snack and Confectionery Products

The GD-18B from ANKO Food Machine Co. is an automatic cutting and rounding machine designed for efficient production of a variety of snack and confectionery items. This machine excels in creating products such as tang yuan, taro balls, and tapioca pearls with precise uniformity, leveraging its multi-process capability to cut, mix, and round dough and mixtures. Ideal for food manufacturers and dessert or beverage shops, the GD-18B optimizes production by offering a throughput of 30 to 180 kg/hr, supported by robust and reliable continuous operation. Its compact size allows easy integration into existing production lines, while optional accessories like the CE kit enhance operational safety. Constructed for versatility, it processes solid, dough, powder, and slurry into various shapes, from spheres to cylinders, serving diverse industry needs in food, confectionery, and bakery sectors. With its commitment to energy efficiency and a user-friendly interface, the GD-18B facilitates seamless production, backed by ANKO’s extensive engineering support and customization options.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by processing up to 180 kg/hr with minimal operator intervention.
  • Reduces labor costs through fully automated cutting and rounding operations.
  • Adapts easily to diverse product lines, handling solids, doughs, powders, and slurries.
  • Compact design fits seamlessly into small-scale production settings, maximizing available space.
  • Ensures consistent product quality with precise control over shape and size for various confectionery and snack products.

General


Applications
Snacks,Pet food,Confectionery,Vegan products,Sweets,Ethnic food
End products
Taro ball,Fish bait boilies,Sweet potato ball,Glutinous rice ball,Round pills,Tapioca pearl,Chocolate chrinkle,Marzipan,Tang yuan
Steps before
Dough Preparation,Pre-mixing,Ingredient Mixing
Steps after
Quality Control,Cooling,Packaging,Distribution
Input ingredients
pre-mixed dough,starch
Output ingredients
tang yuan,taro ball,sweet potato ball,tapioca pearl,chocolate crinkle,round pills,fish bait,marzipan,glutinous rice balls
Market info

Technical Specifications


Capacity
30–180 kg/hr
Dimensions
780 (L) x 670 (W) x 1,200 (H) mm
Power
1 kW
Product dimension
8–20 mm
Weight (net)
260 kg
Automation
Automatic production

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Automatic
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous
Cleaning method
Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes
Cleanability
Easy to clean
Biological compatibility
Food grade materials
Density/particle size
Suitable for various starches

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
780 (L) x 670 (W) x 1,200 (H) mm
Compact Design
Yes
Control Panel Type
Integrated Control Panel
Safety Hood
Attached to Dough Hopper
Safety Cover
Yes
Weight (net)
260 kg
Product Dimensions (output)
8–20 mm

Custom Options


Compact footprint
Yes,suitable for small shops