Flake ice weighing and batching system for dough processing
Optimize your dough’s freshness and consistency with precise flake ice weighing and batching, enhancing production speed and hygiene standards while reducing manual handling.
Automates Flake Ice Weighing and Batching
The MAJA VS5 from Marel is an automated flake ice weighing and batching system designed for efficiency and precision in bakery and dough production. It distinguishes itself by seamlessly integrating into industrial and artisan bakeries to optimize ice addition in dough processing. The system automates the traditionally manual task of flake ice handling, reducing labor while enhancing accuracy and hygiene standards. Ideal for producing baguettes, sourdough loaves, and other bakery products, the MAJA VS5 accommodates up to 300 kg of ice with precision weighing accuracy within 250 grams. Its discharge screws and compact storage silo ensure optimal freshness and quality of ice. Factory integration is simplified with recipe control software for precise portion control, while the system operates within an ambient temperature range from +2°C to +15°C. Engineered for industrial scale operations, the MAJA VS5 runs on 3.30 kW and requires a compressed air connection of 6 bar. Maintenance is supported globally with Marel’s network of service professionals and spare parts availability.
Benefits
- Enhances production speed and accuracy by automating ice addition in dough processing.
- Improves hygiene standards by eliminating manual handling of flake ice.
- Customizable batch sizes and discharge cycles for tailored production control.
- Integrates seamlessly with existing production lines via recipe control software.
- Supports energy-efficient operation with precise control over its electrical and compressed air use.
- Applications
- Dough,Bread,Industrial bread production,Bakery dough processing,Bakery products,Artisan bread
- End products
- Panettone,Baguettes,Multigrain bread,Pizza dough,Rye bread,Sandwich loaves,Artisan rolls,Bagels,Croissants,Gluten-free bread,Sourdough loaves,Ciabatta,Brioche,Whole wheat bread,Focaccia
- Steps before
- Ingredient Preparation,Weighing,Mixing
- Steps after
- Kneading,Baking,Packing
- Input ingredients
- flake ice
- Output ingredients
- dough
- Market info
- Marel is known for its advanced food processing equipment, specializing in systems and services for poultry, meat, and fish industries. It is recognized for innovation, quality, and improving processing efficiency and sustainability.
- Batching performance
- 10 kg in 24 sec
- 20 kg in 40 sec
- Weighing accuracy
- ±250 g
- Temperature range
- +2°C to +15°C
- Total silo width
- 1561 mm
- Depth
- 2455 mm
- Height
- 2130 mm
- Electrical connection
- 3AC/50Hz/400V/NPE,3.30 kW
- Compressed air connection
- 6 bar,10 liters/min
- Weight
- 1150 kg
- Working mechanism
- Flake ice weighing and batching
- Automation level
- Full process automation
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Cleaning method
- Manual handling avoided
- Changeover time
- Not specified
- Energy efficiency
- Not specified
- Integration potential
- Recipe control software
- Portion control
- Precise portion control
- Capacity
- Up to 300 kg
- Discharge method
- Screws dispense batches
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Machine footprint
- W
- Discharge method
- Screw discharge
- Tank shape and size
- Compact silo,300 kg capacity
- Control panel type
- Integrated with recipe control software
- Integration possibilities
- Recipe control software integration
- Control panel type
- Operator managed and system integrated
- Compact footprint
- Compact silo system
- Discharge method
- Discharge screws inside silo