Dough portioning system for bakery operations
Achieve precise dough portioning with minimal waste using our advanced system, ensuring cost-effective production tailored to high-value raw materials.
Portions Dough and Food Products Precisely
The VF 608 B from Handtmann is a versatile portioning machine designed to meet the demands of bakeries, food processing companies, and laboratories seeking precise and efficient dough and product handling. The machine features a vane cell feed system offering high portioning accuracy, crucial when processing high-cost raw materials like dough and gluten-free mixtures. With a capacity of up to 2,000 kg/h and a filling pressure of up to 40 bar, the VF 608 B accommodates a wide range of applications, from artisanal bread and pastries to plant-based meat substitutes and pet food.
This machine is engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing production lines or function as a stand-alone unit, making it suitable for continuous and high-speed operations. The VF 608 B boasts a 100-liter hopper and is customizable with additional accessories like a splitter hopper and rotor for hot products. It’s ideal for producing end products such as crusty bread, croissants, energy bars, and more.
Engineered for efficiency, the VF 608 B optimizes product quality through gentle filling and portioning, allowing for dough dividing without additional release agents. It supports automation with options for integration, enhancing throughput and reducing labor involvement. Designed for easy cleaning and maintenance, it supports various production environments, ensuring high hygiene standards and reliability.
Benefits
- Enhances product consistency and quality with high portioning accuracy.
- Streamlines operations with versatile integration into existing or new production lines.
- Reduces operational costs by minimizing the need for release agents or flour.
- Maximizes production efficiency with high throughput and flexible applications.
- Simplifies maintenance with design features that support quick cleaning and component access.
- Applications
- Sauces,Snacks,Bread,Vegetarian,Cereal bars,Fish and seafood,Fruit bread,Soups,Dough,Salads,Cake,Fruit paste,Gluten-free dough,Pet food,Convenience products,Baked goods,Sausage and meat products,Vegan and meat substitute,Confectionery,Stews,Pastries,Dairy products
- End products
- Baguettes,Energy bars,Vegan cheese,Ready-to-eat pasta dishes,Doughnuts,Marzipan,Vegan sushi,Macarons,Lasagna,Chocolate truffles,Cheese spreads,Canned pet food,Muffins,Fillings for ravioli,Cereal granola bars,Fruit jellies,Croissants,Éclairs,Gluten-free tortillas,Puff pastry,Quiches,Crusty artisan bread,Crab cakes,Soy-based dairy alternatives,Premade soups,Creamy salad dressings,Smoked salmon pate,Vegan sausages,Pet kibble,Plant-based meatballs
- Steps before
- Grinding,Mixing,Massaging
- Steps after
- Linking,Tying,Sausage separating,Dosing,Forming,Cutting,Co-extruding,Inline grinding,Digital Solutions,Product handling,Automation
- Input ingredients
- dough,raw materials,hot products
- Output ingredients
- baked goods,fillings,snacks,bread,confectionary,convenience products,range of breads,pastries,fruit paste,cake,cereal bars,fruit bread,gluten-free dough
- Market info
- Handtmann is known for its engineering expertise in providing high-quality, tailor-made processing solutions, particularly in the food industry, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and technical support in portioning and filling equipment.
- Portioning capacity
- 2,000 kg/h
- Filling pressure
- up to 40 bar
- Hopper capacity
- up to 100 litres
- Portioning range
- up to 100 kg
- Portioning accuracy
- High accuracy for all dough and products
- Hourly output
- High,ensuring efficient production
- Working mechanism
- Vane cell feed system
- Integrated steps
- Portioning and filling
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Automation level
- Compact control system
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch / Inline Continuous
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Product consistency
- Dough,fillings,snacks
- Product type
- Baked goods,convenience products,confectionery
- Heat sensitivity
- Yes,with optional rotor for hot products
- Hopper Size
- 100 litre
- Portioning Capacity
- 2,000 kg/h
- Filling Pressure
- up to 40 bar
- Portioning Range
- up to 100 kg
- Mobile version
- Yes
- Control panel type
- Compact control system
- Integration possibilities
- Can be integrated into existing line solutions
- Mobility
- Mobile version
- Hopper size
- Splittable 40/60 litre hopper
- Rotor type
- Rotor for hot products,10 slots
- Accessory options
- Accessory board