Industrial chopper/blender for frozen fruit processing
In fruit processing operations, especially when dealing with frozen products, maintaining quality while reducing processing time is crucial. Traditional thawing methods can lead to significant losses in product quality and efficiency.
Quickly process frozen concentrates and juices
The Chopper/Blender by JBT is designed to address the challenges of processing frozen fruit products. This unit quickly reduces frozen products to a flowable or pumpable consistency, allowing for immediate further processing. The Chopper/Blender can handle various container sizes, from five-gallon pails to fifty-five-gallon drums, accommodating diverse processing needs. It can process a fifty-five-gallon drum of 45° Brix concentrate in about 2½ minutes, a fifty-five-gallon drum of single strength juice in approximately 4 minutes, and a five-gallon pail of pulp in approximately 2 minutes. The water jacket maintains a consistent temperature of 190 °F (87.7 °C) to ensure the quality of the processed products. This unit features a heavy-duty chopper assembly with spiral cutter blades and a 5 hp motor with a 200 to 1 speed reducer. It operates on 220/440 V power, supporting both 60 HZ and 50 HZ frequencies.
Benefits
- Rapid processing of frozen concentrates and juices
- Maintains product quality with consistent temperature control
- Accommodates various container sizes up to fifty-five gallons
- Heavy-duty construction ensures durability
- Versatile in handling different types of frozen fruit products