Crumb coating system for meat and poultry

Achieve uniform breading with minimal crumb loss and dust emission, enhancing product quality for high-speed operations and ensuring a cleaner work environment.

Applies and Maintains Consistent Crumb Coating

The GEA CrumbMaster Gen 2, engineered by GEA, revolutionizes crumb coating in food production lines. Specially designed to minimize crumb breakage and dust, it features an enclosed system that reduces dust by up to 90%, creating a cleaner work environment. Capable of handling diverse breadcrumbs, from fine to premium specialties, it ensures consistent application on products like breaded chicken nuggets and plant-based burgers. With a patented crumb divider, you can adjust the top and bottom crumb layers independently for precise coating. Its flexible design supports fast product changeovers with belt speeds up to 30m/min and widths from 400mm to 1000mm, catering to continuous, high-speed operations. The machine meets stringent global hygiene standards, featuring stainless steel components and a user-friendly cleaning system, ensuring minimal downtime and maintenance effort. Integrate effortlessly with existing lines, enhancing productivity while maintaining high-quality output.

Benefits

  • Ensures consistent product coating with reduced crumb waste, enhancing final product quality.
  • Creates a cleaner, safer work environment by reducing dust emissions by up to 90%.
  • Facilitates quick product changeovers, minimizing production downtime.
  • Supports diverse crumb types, offering flexibility for various product styles.
  • Meets stringent hygiene standards, simplifying cleaning and maintenance tasks.

General


Applications
Seafood,Snacks,Meat-replacement products,Vegetables,Poultry,Red meat
End products
Soy-based chicken strips,Breaded pork cutlets,Cornflake-coated chicken,Plant-based burgers,Vegetable tempura,Breaded calamari rings,Onion rings,Breaded chicken nuggets,Fish sticks,Shrimp popcorn
Steps before
Pre-dusting,Battering
Steps after
Frying,Baking,Freezing,Packaging
Input ingredients
red meat,poultry,seafood,vegetables,meat-replacement products,breadcrumbs,fine crumbs,J-crumbs,premium crumbs,specialty breaders
Output ingredients
breaded red meat,breaded poultry,breaded seafood,breaded vegetables,breaded meat-replacement products,crumb-coated products,cornflake-coated products
Market info
GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.

Technical Specifications


Belt width
400/600/1000 mm
Max. belt load
10 kg/lin m,15 kg/lin m,25 kg/lin m
Min. product size
16 mm
Max. free product space
70 mm
Min. crumb volume
60 liter,90 liter,150 liter
In-feed height
1060 ± 80 mm
Out-feed height
1060 ± 80 mm
Belt speed min/max
3 to 30 m/min
Wire belt gap
2,35 - 12,7 mm (gap 10,35 mm)
Dimensions L x W x H
2635 x 1440 x 2315 mm,2620 x 1140 x 2315 mm,2620 x 1790 x 2315 mm
Machine weight
580 kg,690 kg,1030 kg

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Crumb coating
Integrated steps
Crumb recirculation with blow-off control
Cleaning method
Easy access,fold-away panels,self-draining
Dust reduction
Enclosed design,up to 90% dust elimination
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline continuous
Changeover time
Fast,in-line product changeover

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
Yes
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel components
Cleanability
Easy-to-clean design
Density/particle size
Handles fine to J-crumbs

Physical Characteristics


Belt width
400mm,600mm,1000mm
In-feed height
1060 ± 80 mm
Out-feed height
1060 ± 80 mm
Dimensions (L x W x H)
2635 x 1440 x 2315 mm (varies with configuration)
Machine weight
580 kg,690 kg,1030 kg
Belt load capacity
10 kg/lin m,15 kg/lin m,25 kg/lin m

Custom Options


Crumb size adjustment
Independent top and bottom
Belt width
400mm,600mm,1000mm
Pressure roller adjustment
Adjustable pressure
Crumb composition adjustment
Different top and bottom
Crumb divider plates
Exchangeable
Tool-less exterior adjustment
Available
Cleaning accessibility
Easy access fold-away panels
Product changeover
Fast,in-line