High-sme extruder for structured meat analogs

Enhance production versatility with precise extrusion control, accommodating high SME requirements for intricate food textures and uniform product quality. Ideal for innovative manufacturers seeking to refine product characteristics or diversify their portfolio with advanced cooking and mixing processes.

Extrudes, Mixes, and Conditions Diverse Materials

The Magnum ST Series from Wenger is a robust twin screw extruder designed to handle diverse applications in food, pet food, aquatic feed, and industrial product manufacturing. Utilizing parallel-shaft twin screws, this series excels in managing extreme product viscosities and high Specific Mechanical Energy (SME) inputs, making it particularly effective for processes requiring precise cooking, mixing, and conditioning. This equipment is built for continuous, high-speed operations with automatic control systems for seamless integration into existing production lines. Capable of processing up to 16,800 kilograms per hour, the Magnum ST Series offers considerable throughput. Energy-efficient design minimizes power consumption, while the option to enhance versatility through compatible components such as high-intensity preconditioners and automated ingredient feed systems ensures optimal performance. Constructed from durable materials to withstand harsh processing conditions, the extruder supports easy maintenance with features like quick-release barrels and an overhead rail system for tool management, ensuring reduced downtime and operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality with higher SME for finer texture and nutritional stability.
  • Increases production efficiency with throughput capabilities up to 16,800 kg/hr.
  • Minimizes operational costs by utilizing energy-efficient motor designs.
  • Facilitates easy maintenance through quick barrel and component access, reducing downtime.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing lines with automated control systems, optimizing process continuity.

General


Applications
Rte cereals,Hybrid products,Ingredients,Textured vegetable proteins,Snacks,Pet food,Meat analogs,Aquatic feed,Industrial products,Protein crisps,Breadings
End products
Cornflakes,Granola clusters,Plant-based burger patties,Shrimp feed,Breadcrumb coatings,Protein-infused snack bites,Protein-enriched treats,Fish pellets,Extruded snack chips,Industrial polymers,Biodegradable packaging materials,Soy protein isolate,Pea protein chunks
Steps before
Mixing,Preconditioning,Weighing,Feeding,Raw Material Metering
Steps after
Cooling,Drying,Coating,Packaging
Input ingredients
textured vegetable proteins,structured meat analogs,ingredients,protein crisps,breadings,RTE cereals,snacks,hybrid products,traditional kibble,semi-moist,high fresh meat inclusion,treats,floating feeds,sinking feeds,slow-sinking feeds,Recirculating Aquaculture System feeds,specialty feeds
Output ingredients
extruded textured vegetable proteins,extruded structured meat analogs,extruded ingredients,extruded protein crisps,extruded breadings,extruded RTE cereals,extruded snacks,extruded hybrid products,extruded pet food kibble,extruded semi-moist pet food,extruded high fresh meat inclusion pet food,extruded pet food treats,floating aquatic feeds,sinking aquatic feeds,slow-sinking aquatic feeds,Recirculating Aquaculture System feeds,extruded specialty feeds
Market info
Wenger is known for its expertise in manufacturing extruders and dryers for pet food, aquatic feed, and food processing industries, renowned for reliability, innovation, and custom-engineered solutions worldwide.

Technical Specifications


Maximum Speed
1,200 rpm
Power Levels
165 kWhr/t SME
Screw Diameter
57–168 mm
Max Capacity
1,000–16,800 kg/hr
Max Installed Power
60–1,000 kW
Torque at Lower Shaft Speeds
High Torque
Automation
APM with HMI
Barrel/Shaft Removal
Hinged cone head for quick removal
Bin Capacity
Up to 4,250 liters
Control System
Automatic Control Systems with HMI
Mixing Intensity Settings
Three settings in High Intensity Preconditioner
Operating Characteristics
Heat and pressure for continuous reactions

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Yes
Screw Diameter
57 – 168 mm
Max Capacity
1000 – 16800 kg/hr
Barrel/Shaft Removal
Quick removal with hinged cone head
Overhead Rail System
Yes
Control Panel Type
Automatic Control Systems

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI with color graphics and formula storage
Mixing intensity options
Three settings for High Intensity Preconditioner (HIP)