Cooking extruders for low shear confectionery production

Cooks and Mixes Low Shear Confectionery Recipes

The Extrufood cooking extruder from Extrugroup is a twin-screw, counter-rotating machine crafted for the efficient cooking and mixing of low shear confectionery recipes, including licorice, fruit gums, caramels, and chewy sweets. Its unique design includes a stainless steel base supporting critical components like the gearbox, de-aeration, tempering, and dosing systems, all seamlessly integrated for reduced operational complexity. The extruder employs a two-zone cylinder for cooking and vacuum cooling, using water tempering for precise temperature control. Starting up with electric heating, it capitalizes on internal friction to cut energy usage by up to 70%. With a PLC-based control system, available in Siemens or Allan Bradley configurations, it ensures easy integration into existing lines. Maintenance is streamlined through removable barrels and screws, enhancing uptime and operational efficiency. Suitable for a range of industries including confectionery, pet food, and plastics, it has a proven track record and is backed by over 50 installations providing exceptional results.