Double-shaft paddle mixer for homogeneous raw masses

Optimize your mixing efficiency with a dual-shaft system designed for precise homogenization of diverse food and pet food products, ensuring seamless integration into both batch and continuous production lines.

Mixes and Homogenizes Food and Pet Products

The alco Double-Shaft Paddle Mixer by JBT is engineered to address your diverse mixing needs across food and pet food production. This mixer features two horizontal, parallel mixing shafts designed for efficient blending of solids and slurries, ensuring a homogeneous mix every time. Ideal for applications like pet food, plant-based proteins, poultry, seafood, and gourmet salads, it delivers precision in mixing dog kibble, tofu, chicken nuggets, and more. The mixer operates in both batch and continuous modes, offering flexibility and a high-speed operation to meet various production demands.

Equipped with a PLC control system and a touch panel for intuitive recipe management, it provides easy automation and integration into existing production lines. Optional cryogenic cooling or steam injection enhances energy efficiency by rapidly adjusting product temperatures. Constructed from stainless steel, the mixer ensures durability and compliance with food safety standards, while optional vacuum processing supports optimal protein handling and prevents gas inclusions. Designed with changeable rotational directions and a pneumatically-operated discharge, it facilitates quick batch turnover and easy maintenance. Highly customizable, the alco Double-Shaft Paddle Mixer is adaptable to your specific production environment and engineering requirements.

Benefits

  • Ensures uniform product consistency, enhancing end-product quality.
  • Supports versatile operations, reducing the need for multiple machines.
  • Minimizes energy usage with efficient cooling and heating options.
  • Facilitates easy recipe management, optimizing production efficiency.
  • Streamlines cleaning and maintenance, decreasing downtime.

General


Applications
Seafood,Special applications,Pet food,Meat,Gourmet salads,Sweets,Plant-based protein,Fine foods,Poultry,Mixed vegetables
End products
Chicken nuggets,Vegetable stir-fry mix,Chocolate truffles,Fish patties,Dog kibble,Pâtés,Ground beef,Tofu,Caesar salad
Steps before
Grinding,Portioning,Slicing,Injection,Marination
Steps after
Cooling,Frying,Coating,Packing
Input ingredients
meat mixtures,gourmet salads,mixed vegetables,fine foods,plant-based products,sweets,special applications,sensitive products
Output ingredients
homogeneous raw masses,standardized product masses,mixed 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


Mixing waves type
Two horizontal,parallel mixing waves
Production speed
Continuously adjustable
Discharge mechanism
Pneumatically driven discharge flaps
Rotational directions
Changeable
Insulation
Insulated walls
Temperature monitoring
Product temperature monitoring
Cooling options
Vacuum cooling or cryogenic gas
Control system
PLC control with touch panel
Cryogenic injection
CO2 or nitrogen
Vacuum chamber
Available
Weighing technology
Batch scale capability
Steam injection
Direct steam injection

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / Touch Panel
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Changeover time
Optimized for Quick Changeover
Air incorporation control
Yes
Energy efficiency
High

Material Compatibility


Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel

Product type Characteristics


Batch size flexibility
Customizable for different requirements
Multiple Product Types
Meat,vegetables,plant-based products

Physical Characteristics


Discharge method
Pneumatically driven discharge flaps
Control panel type
Touch panel with recipe management
Construction material
Stainless steel and food-approved materials

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touch panel
Discharge method
Pneumatically driven discharge flaps
Cooling option
Vacuum cooling / Cryogenic gas
Rotational directions
Changeable
Production speed
Continuously adjustable
Recipe management
Yes