High capacity continuous puffer for popcorn
In the food processing industry, especially when dealing with high volume popcorn production, having an automated system to ensure consistent product quality is crucial. Maintaining efficiency while minimizing operation and maintenance costs can be quite challenging without the right technology.
Automate and control popcorn puffing process
The puffer by AC Horn Manufacturing is a high capacity, continuous system designed for popcorn production. This puffer features the latest PLC controls and top-quality components, offering variable speed controls for both drum and fan speed. The robust drum design prevents product trapping, enabling efficient airflow for different pellet shapes and sizes. The forced air combustion system, coupled with internal laminar baffling, precise burner controls, and extra insulation, ensures low operating and maintenance costs. Available models include the M420, M449, and M539, capable of processing 200 lbs/hr, 600 lbs/hr, and 1,500 lbs/hr respectively, varying by recipe and customer process requirements.
Benefits
- High throughput with models processing up to 1,500 lbs/hr
- Automated operation with advanced PLC controls
- Cost-effective with low operating and maintenance costs
- Flexible processing for various pellet shapes and sizes
- Consistent product quality through robust design