Batter applicator for meat and fish

Achieve consistent and uniform batter coverage on diverse food products, enhancing the quality of your ready meals and fried goods. This solution simplifies your coating process and caters to varied product shapes and batter types, ensuring precision in every production run.

Applies Uniform Batter Coating

The Stein APB-XX All Purpose Batter Applicator offers food processing companies a versatile solution to apply a wide range of batter materials with precision. Designed to handle both conventional and highly leavened batter types, this applicator ensures consistent quality across various substrates, including poultry, meat, seafood, fruits, and nuts. Its dual configuration, featuring Overflow and Top Submerger styles, accommodates different product shapes and thicknesses, enhancing its adaptability in a production environment.

Operating continuously and automatically, the APB-XX is ideal for high-output facilities seeking efficient coating processes. With belt widths ranging from 16 to 40 inches, it can handle diverse product volumes and sizes, optimizing production throughput. Integration into existing lines is seamless, thanks to its adjustable pump system that recirculates or returns batter, maintaining a steady application. Constructed for durability and easy cleaning, the applicator is available with optional infeed conveyor extensions to suit specific layout needs.

From tempura shrimp and breaded fish fillets to vegetable tempura and fruit fritters, this applicator helps achieve uniform coating essential for high-quality end products in prepared and frozen foods. Its robust engineering provides long-lasting service, backed by Stein’s reputation for innovation in food processing equipment.

Benefits

  • Maximizes product consistency with precise, uniform batter application.
  • Enhances production flexibility by accommodating multiple batter types and product shapes.
  • Increases line efficiency with continuous, automatic operation and minimal operator intervention.
  • Simplifies integration with adjustable design for various production layouts.
  • Reduces operational downtime with easy-to-clean construction and robust material choices.

General


Applications
Seafood,Ready meals,Meat,Fruits,Nuts,Poultry
End products
Chicken nuggets,Nut clusters,Breaded fish fillets,Fruit fritters,Vegetable tempura,Tempura shrimp,Frozen meal kits,Battered calamari rings
Steps before
Preparation,Injection,Flattening
Steps after
Frying,Breading,Freezing,Slicing,Packaging
Input ingredients
conventional batters,highly leavened tempura batters,various product substrates,raw meat products,raw seafood products,vegetables,fruits
Output ingredients
battered meat products,battered seafood products,battered vegetables,battered fruit,uniformly coated products
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.

Technical Specifications


Applicator Type
Overflow / Top Submerger
Belt Width
16 in,24 in,34 in,40 in
Height Adjustment
Adjustable height top submerger
Batter Recirculation
Adjustable pump recirculation
Batter Application Style
Overflow / Submerger
Batter Control
Batter blow off tube

Operating Characteristics


Application method versatility
Overflow / Top Submerger
Automation level
Manual / PLC
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Recirculation capability
Adjustable pump
Height adjustability
Adjustable top submerger
Coating control
Batter blow off tube

Material Compatibility


Batter types
Conventional,Tempura
Product substrates
Unevenly shaped,Flat,Floating
Coating control
Consistent,Uniform
Re-circulation capability
Yes (via adjustable pump)
Cleanability
Easy conversion and adjustment
Adjustable application style
Overflow,Top Submerger

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
Overflow / Submerger
Machine footprint
16 in,24 in,34 in,40 in wide belt
Application style
Overflow / Top Submerger
Height adjustment
Adjustable top submerger
Batter recirculation system
Adjustable pump
Batter blow off tube
For coating control

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC-controlled
Integration possibilities
Versatile configuration with Overflow and Top Submerger styles
Belt width options
16 in,24in.,34in.,40in.
Application style
Overflow / Top Submerger
Construction material
Stainless Steel
Adjustable features
Height-adjustable top submerger
Optional extensions
Infeed conveyor extension available