High-capacity industrial grinder for frozen and fresh raw materials

Effortlessly grind both deep-frozen blocks and fresh materials with high throughput, ensuring precision and flexibility in diverse food production processes.

Grinds and Processes Frozen and Fresh Materials

The Handtmann Inotec IW Grinder series, including models IW 300 and IW 400, offers robust industrial grinders ideal for diverse food and pet food processing applications. These grinders are designed to handle both deep-frozen blocks and fresh materials, enabling seamless integration into continuous and automated production lines. The IW Grinder’s unique conveyor and feed screw mechanisms, along with a universal cutting set, allow for high throughput and consistent particle size ranging from 3 to 30 mm. With hopper volumes between 550 and 670 liters and outputs up to 8,000 kg/h, these grinders efficiently serve meat manufacturers, dairy producers, and seafood processors.

Crafted from stainless and food-grade materials for longevity and hygiene, the IW series operates under a fully automated line control system, ensuring safety and ease of maintenance. This adaptability makes the grinders suitable for producing a wide range of end-products, including bratwurst, Gouda cheese spread, and vegan nuggets. The IW Grinder series offers optional blade and hole plate sets, enhancing flexibility across various product types. For operations prioritizing energy efficiency and continuous production, the grinders feature a durable design that minimizes maintenance costs and extends service life.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with high throughput for diverse materials.
  • Minimizes maintenance expenses with durable construction and long service life.
  • Streamlines operations through seamless integration into automated lines.
  • Ensures consistent product quality with precise grinding capabilities.
  • Offers versatile processing with interchangeable cutting and hole plate options.

General


Applications
Sausage and meat products,Convenience foods,Soups,Sauces,Pet food,Confectionery,Stews,Vegan products,Meat substitute products,Fish and seafood,Vegetarian products,Dairy products
End products
Gouda cheese spread,Chocolate truffles,Alfredo sauce,Lentil patties,Beef stew,Tomato bisque,Chicken-flavored kibble,Bratwurst,Vegan nuggets,Tofu sausages,Ready-to-eat lasagna,Salmon fillet portions
Steps before
Automated feeding,Lifting and tilting,Material handling
Steps after
Conveyor belt transfer,Buffer hopper storage,Box system filling
Input ingredients
frozen blocks,fresh raw materials,deep-frozen blocks,fresh material
Output ingredients
ground materials,final grain sizes 3 to 30 mm,conveyor belts,buffer hoppers,box systems,cutter trolleys
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.

Technical Specifications


Hopper size
550 - 670 litres
Output
5,200 - 8,000 kg/h (raw material frozen)
Hole plate diameter
250 - 400 mm
Grain size
3 to 30 mm (IW 300/IW 400
Operating temperature
Processes up to -20 °C
Automation level
Automated belt feed or lifting and tilting device
Material
Stainless or food-grade plastic steel

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / Integrated line control
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Cleaning method
Easy-to-clean design
Energy efficiency
High processing capacity
Changeover time
Minimal due to universal cutting set
CIP/SIP
Not specified (manual cleaning due to easy-to-clean design)
Integrated steps
Conveyor and feed screw,slicing,and grinding
Flexibility
Processes both frozen and fresh materials
Reliability
Consistent feed capacity and digital process monitoring
Maintenance level
Low due to durable components
Product handling
Automated belt feed or lifting and tilting device

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Yes
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel,food-grade plastic
Density/particle size
3 to 30 mm

Product type Characteristics


Raw material state
Frozen / Fresh

Physical Characteristics


Hopper Volume
550 - 670 litres
Output Capacity
5,200 - 8,000 kg/h
Hole Plate Diameter
250 - 400 mm
Feed/Discharge Method
Automated belt feed or lifting and tilting device
Material of Machine Parts
Stainless or food-grade plastic steel
Grain Size Range
3 to 30 mm
Machine Design
Hygienic,easy-to-clean

Custom Options


Integration with processing line
Automated line control
Control panel type
Digital process monitoring
Feed method
Automated belt feed or lifting and tilting device
Universal cutting set
Processing of frozen and fresh materials without changing blades
Outlet options
Conveyor belts,buffer hoppers,box systems,cutter trolleys