Decrystallization for tempered chocolate

Ensure your chocolate is perfectly smooth and free of fat crystals with an advanced decrystallization process, essential for achieving seamless integration into your confectionery line and maintaining product consistency.

Removes Fat Crystals from Tempered Chocolate

The Decrystallization Heat Exchanger from SOLLICH is a maintenance-free solution specifically designed for the food and confectionery industries, addressing the challenge of fat crystallization in tempered chocolate. Its large heat transfer surface efficiently heats chocolate to 45°C, eliminating crystallization and enabling immediate reuse. This system is ideal for chocolate producers aiming to maintain product integrity and smooth production continuity. It integrates seamlessly into existing pipelines, offering a high-speed, continuous operation facilitated by its robust construction. With applications ranging from chocolate truffles to granola bars, its versatility makes it a valuable addition for confectionery manufacturers. The unit’s design allows for installation ease and flexibility, ensuring minimal disruption during implementation. Additionally, its energy-efficient operation reduces operational costs, achieving precise temperature control critical to maintaining chocolate quality.

Benefits

  • Ensures consistent chocolate quality by eliminating fat crystallization.
  • Integrates smoothly into existing pipelines, reducing installation time.
  • Maintenance-free operation minimizes downtime and labor costs.
  • Enhances energy efficiency, cutting operational expenses.
  • Versatile application supports a wide range of confectionery products.

General


Applications
Biscuits,Dragees,Pralines,Fruit bars,Chocolate products,Cereal bars,Sweets,Candy bars,Ice cream,Protein bars
End products
Chocolate-dipped ice cream bars,Chocolate truffles,Granola bars,Digestive biscuits,Nougat-filled bars,Dried fruit bars,Chocolate-coated dragees,Almond pralines,Peanut butter protein bars
Steps before
Tempering,Mixing,Dosing
Steps after
Cooling,Enrobing,Forming,Depositing,Sandwiching,Sprinkling,Decorating,Product Handling,Storing,Sieving
Input ingredients
tempered chocolate,fat crystals
Output ingredients
decrystallized chocolate,reusable chocolate
Market info
Sollich is known for manufacturing engineered-to-order equipment for the confectionery industry, particularly chocolate processing and enrobing machines. They have a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and tailored solutions to meet specific customer requirements.

Technical Specifications


Temperature range
Up to 45°C
Maintenance requirement
Maintenance-free
Heat exchanger type
Type HE
Heat transfer surface
Large
Installation
In customer's pipeline
Additional functionality
Pre-cooling capability

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm