Cheese cube and shreds production line

Achieve precision cutting for cheese products while seamlessly integrating forming and cooling into a single, efficient inline process.

Cubes and Shreds Cheese with Precision

The CubeCutter 1500 from Natec Network is engineered to precisely cube and shred various cheeses, including processed, cream, and plant-based varieties. This modular system complements production lines requiring versatile cheese formats by integrating forming, cooling, and cutting into a seamless inline process. With a processing capacity of up to 1,800 kg/h, it efficiently serves applications ranging from cheese shreds for pizzas to cubes for salads and snacks. The machine’s adaptability is enhanced through customizable knife configurations, offering cube sizes from 4 to 10 mm and shred lengths up to 30 mm. Its design follows USDA compliance for hygienic operations, featuring easy cleaning and low recontamination risks. The CubeCutter 1500 is suitable for diverse food industries, ensuring precision with parameter settings via its HMI, making it indispensable for cheese manufacturers and plant-based food producers seeking high-quality, operational efficiency in cheese processing.

Benefits

  • Enhances operational efficiency with continuous inline production of cheese cubes and shreds.
  • Reduces operating costs through low-power consumption and modular design.
  • Mitigates contamination risk with USDA-approved hygienic construction.
  • Offers flexibility with customizable cutting formats to match specific production needs.
  • Facilitates easy maintenance and cleaning, minimizing downtime.

General


Applications
Meat products,Soups,Sauces,Mozzarella,Pasta filata,Specialty food,Pet food,Fruits,Plant-based,Processed cheese,Cream cheese,Dressings,Vegetables,Vegan,Baby food
End products
Cheddar cheese cubes,Cream cheese cubes,Mozzarella cheese shreds,Analogue cheese cubes,Hybrid cheese cubes,Cheese shreds for pizzas,Processed cheese shreds,Shredded cheese toppings,Cheese cubes for snacks,Cheese cubes for salads,Plant-based cheese shreds,Vegan cheese shreds
Steps before
Forming,Cooling
Steps after
Packaging,Distribution
Input ingredients
processed cheese,analogue cheese,hybrid cheese
Output ingredients
cheese cubes,cheese shreds
Market info
Hochland Natec is known for manufacturing innovative engineered-to-order equipment and solutions for the dairy and food processing industry, specializing in cheese production and processing technologies, with a strong reputation for quality and innovation.

Technical Specifications


Size (LxWxH)
1,700 x 2,300 x 1,600 mm
Power Supply
400 V,50 Hz,3 phase / 15 kVA
Capacity
Up to 1,800 kg/h (4,000 lbs/h)
Cube Size
4 mm - 10 mm (0.1" - 0.4")
Shred Length
1.5 mm - 30 mm (0.06" - 1.2")
Shred Width
1.5 mm - 10 mm (0.06" - 0.4")
Thickness Range
2 mm - 12 mm (0.08" - 0.47")
Inline Production
Forming,cooling,cutting in one step
Automation
HMI-controlled
USDA Design
Easy cleaning,no recontamination
Max Cheese Belt Width
1,100 mm (43")

Operating Characteristics


Production Flow
Inline
Cleaning Method
USDA Design for Easy Cleaning
Automation Level
HMI Controlled Formats
Mobility
Movable on Rollers
Integrated Steps
Forming,Cooling,Cutting
Recontamination Risk
None
Operating Costs
Low

Material Compatibility


Processed Cheese Compatibility
Yes
Analogue Cheese Compatibility
Yes
Hybrid Cheese Compatibility
Yes
Cleanability
USDA Design
Corrosive Resistance
Acids
Density/Particle Size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Product type Characteristics


Cheese Type
Processed,SOS,analogue,hybrid cheese
Product Form
Cubes,shreds

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
1,700 x 2,300 x 1,600 mm (67" x 91" x 63")
Movable
On rollers
Cutting Knives
Variable number
Cheese Belt Width
1,100 mm (43")

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI (Human-Machine Interface) for setting formats
Integration possibilities
Inline with FreeSlice® and other equipment
Cutting knives
Different numbers for variable sizes
Cutting format
According to customer's requirement
Additional functions
Further options on demand
Mobility
Movable on rollers