Intermediate container for raw material preparation

Streamline your snack and cereal production with this solution that ensures consistent raw material supply, optimizing your process flow and minimizing downtime.

Stores and Conveys Raw Materials Continuously

The Intermediate Container SZB from Hebenstreit GmbH is engineered to enhance your production line’s efficiency by maintaining a continuous feed of raw materials. This unit features a robust screw conveyor for precise material handling and a monitoring sensor to ensure optimal levels and avoid production downtime. It excels in processing a variety of products such as cornflakes, protein bars, and pet kibble, accommodating solid, powder, and granular forms.

Integrating seamlessly with your existing setup, the Intermediate Container SZB supports automated operations for uninterrupted manufacturing. Its energy-efficient design helps minimize running costs, contributing to sustainable production practices. Crafted from durable materials, it provides excellent resistance to wear and is easy to maintain, maximizing uptime and reliability.

Ideal for food processing and snack production, it is adaptable to different plant configurations, ensuring smooth operation across various stages, including extrusion, drying, and conveying. With Hebenstreit’s commitment to customer support, the Intermediate Container SZB can be tailored to specific customer needs, guaranteeing a perfect fit for your operational requirements.

Benefits

  • Ensures continuous production with efficient raw material management.
  • Minimizes downtime with automated level monitoring and quick material reloading.
  • Reduces operational costs by optimizing energy usage during conveying and storage.
  • Adapts to diverse product forms, expanding production capabilities.
  • Low maintenance requirements increase equipment reliability and lifespan.

General


Applications
Wafers,Biodegradable packaging,Croûtons,Snacks,Pet food,Functional flours,Protein crisps,Cereal bars,Pork rind snacks,Extruded products,Breakfast cereals,Whole grain products
End products
Cornflakes,Chocolate-coated cereal bars,Malt-infused snacks,Multi-grain croissants,Potato rings,Legume chips,Hollow wafer tubes,Compostable snack packs,Pet kibble,Breakfast biscuit crisps,Crispbread,Vegan protein chips,Coated wafer bars,Pork cracklings,Protein bars
Steps before
Raw Material Preparation,Extrusion
Steps after
Drying,Seasoning,Cooling,Co-Extrusion,Cutting,Embossing,Conveying
Input ingredients
raw materials,screw conveyor
Output ingredients
processed raw materials
Market info
Hebenstreit is known for specializing in the manufacture of industrial equipment for wafer production, offering advanced technology and customization for the food industry, with a reputation for high-quality and reliable machinery.

Technical Specifications


Intermediate Container Capacity
Approx. one hour of production
Stirring Capability
Supports emptying
Filling Method
Screw conveyor
Level Monitoring
Sensor-based

Operating Characteristics


Filling mechanism
Via screw conveyor
Level monitoring
Sensor-based
Automation level
Sensor-driven
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Stirring function
Supports emptying

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Process type
Extrusion,Raw Material Preparation,Co-Extrusion

Physical Characteristics


Container capacity
Approx. capacity for one hour of production
Discharge method
Stirrer supported emptying
Filling method
Screw conveyor
Sensor monitoring
Level sensor

Custom Options


Stirring mechanism
Screw conveyor filling,stirrer for emptying assistance