Intermeshing mixing and grinding for ground meat products
Achieve consistent mixing and grinding with a single, versatile unit designed for high-speed processing of fragile meat products, ensuring precise granulometry and rapid absorption of ingredients for superior product quality.
Mixes and Grinds Ground Meat Products Efficiently
The GEA CombiGrind I from GEA is a versatile intermeshing mixer-grinder designed specifically for efficient processing of ground meat products. Combining gentle mixing with high-capacity grinding, it ensures excellent product structure and density. This equipment is ideal for producing a variety of meat products such as patties, sausages, meatballs, and nuggets. With a mixing capacity ranging from 1500 to 2200 liters and grinder diameters of 200 to 280 mm, it supports both fresh and frozen meat processing.
The CombiGrind I integrates seamlessly into existing production lines or functions as a standalone unit, equipped with optional features like liquid CO2 or N2 cooling for bacterial control and extended product shelf life. Its hygienic design facilitates easy cleaning, while user-friendly maintenance is ensured with features like leakproof shaft seals and a cleaning trolley. With cutting-edge modularity, including options for hard particle sorting and variable mixing speeds, this robust machine supports the customizable configurations essential for diverse food processing operations.
Benefits
- Enhances production efficiency with reduced mixing time by up to 20%.
- Maintains superior product quality with consistent granulometry and color definition.
- Extends product shelf life by minimizing bacterial growth with advanced cooling options.
- Facilitates seamless integration and standalone operation for flexible production needs.
- Simplifies maintenance with a hygienic design and easy-to-clean components.
- Applications
- Meatballs, Ground meat products, Case-ready portions, Nuggets, Pre-ground meat products, Patties, Fragile meat products, Hamburgers, Salami, Ground meat sausages
- End products
- Chicken nuggets, Turkey burger patties, Pepperoni, Beef meatballs, Minced beef, Plant-based burger patties, Beef burger patties, Chorizo, Bratwurst, Vegan sausages, Pre-packaged minced meat portions, Turkey meatballs, Chicken mince, Pork mince
- Steps before
- Pre-grinding, Pre-mixing, Ingredient loading
- Steps after
- Forming, Packaging, Cooling, Sterilization
- Input ingredients
- pre-ground meat, fragile meat products, fresh and frozen meat mixtures, liquids, spices, additives
- Output ingredients
- ground meat products, case-ready portions, hamburgers, various types of salami, patties, ground meat sausages, meat balls, nuggets
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Mixing capacity
- 1500 L, 2200 L
- Grinder unit
- Ø 200 mm, Ø 280 mm
- Dimensions
- 1795x1284x1805 mm, 1847x1692x1921 mm
- Electric power
- 55-77 kW, 92.5-105.5 kW
- Mixing and grinding system
- Intermeshing
- Cooling options
- Liquid CO2 or liquid N2
- Quantity Options
- 3- or 5-piece cutting sets
- Automation
- Advanced process control
- Hard particle sorting
- Automatic sorting system
- Working mechanism
- Intermeshing mixing, grinding
- Integrated steps
- Mixing and grinding in one unit
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Cleaning method
- Manual with hygienic design
- Changeover time
- Minimal due to integrated design
- Automation level
- Automated control for cooling and mixing
- Energy efficiency
- Measured via motor torque load
- Biological compatibility
- Yes
- Cleanability
- High
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- Stainless Steel
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Machine footprint
- 1795x1284x1805 mm / 1847x1692x1921 mm
- Mixing capacity
- 1500 l / 2200 l
- Grinder unit diameter
- Ø 200 mm / Ø 280 mm
- Compact footprint
- Yes
- Control panel type
- PLC-controlled
- Discharge method
- Optional discharge gate
- Integration possibilities
- Stand-alone or in-line integration
- Modular design
- Optional discharge gate, cooling, dosing, weighing, hard particle removal