Hybrid tunnel oven for biscuits and cakes

Enhance production efficiency and product consistency with a versatile oven system that combines multiple heating methods, ideal for high-speed baking and precise thermal management of various baked goods and confectionery items.

Bakes and Heats Products Efficiently

The Meincke Hybrid Tunnel Oven from Bühler Group offers a unique solution combining direct gas-fired and convection heating methods within its modular design. This enables baked goods producers to achieve uniform baking results and flexible processing for a range of products, including biscuits, cakes, and crackers. With its continuous operation, the oven supports high-speed production while optimizing energy use, cutting energy consumption with its adaptable heating configurations. The system is PLC-controlled and supports full integration into existing production lines. Featuring a robust, 2-meter prefabricated module design, it allows easy customization and expansion to meet evolving production demands. Enhanced energy efficiency and consistent heat distribution make it ideal for maintaining product quality and operational cost-effectiveness. The oven includes recipe-controlled burners enabling swift transitions between products, catering to dynamic production schedules and diverse product lines. Suitable for food industry standards, the Meincke Hybrid Tunnel Oven provides reliable performance tailored for the rigorous demands of large-scale bakeries and confectionery manufacturers.

Benefits

  • Optimizes energy usage, reducing operational costs by integrating hybrid heating systems.
  • Ensures consistent product quality with uniform baking results.
  • Facilitates rapid product changeover, enhancing production flexibility.
  • Modular design allows for seamless line expansions as production needs grow.
  • Minimizes labor requirements through automated PLC-controlled operations.

General


Applications
Biscuits,Baked goods,Snacks,Confectionery,Crackers,Cakes
End products
Digestive biscuits,Granola bars,Chocolate chip cookies,Saltine crackers,Sponge cake,Graham crackers,Croissants,Caramel-coated popcorn,Chocolate bars,Danish pastries,Madeira cake
Steps before
Dough prep,Extrusion,Shaping
Steps after
Cooling,Packing,Palletizing
Input ingredients
raw materials,biscuit ingredients
Output ingredients
biscuits,cakes,baked goods,crackers
Market info
Buhler is renowned for manufacturing advanced process solutions for food, feed, and advanced materials. They are highly regarded for their innovation in milling technology and equipment quality.

Technical Specifications


Oven Length per Module
2 m
Heating System
Direct gas fired / Convection
Burner Output
Up to 50 kW/m²
Heating Configuration
Direct / Indirect
Baking Speed
Fast

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Hybrid (Direct gas,Convection)
Modular design
2 m prefabricated modules
Changeover flexibility
Recipe controlled burner system
Energy efficiency
Optimized for crackers production
Automation level
Recipe-controlled
Moisture control
Full control integrated

Physical Characteristics


Machine Footprint
Modular,2 m long prefabricated modules
Oven Configuration
Hybrid (Combination of direct gas fired and convection)
Control Panel Type
Recipe controlled burner system
Discharge Method
Not Specified

Custom Options


Oven Module Type
Direct Gas Fired / Convection
Modular Design Length
2 m Prefabricated Module
Heating System Control
Recipe Controlled Burner System
Energy Optimization
Combination of Heating Methods
Moisture Control
Full Moisture Control
Line Extensions
Available