Laboratory refiner/conche for chocolate processing
In the production of artisanal chocolates and confectioneries, small to medium-scale operations often face challenges in maintaining product consistency and quality. Processes like refining and conching are integral to achieving the desired texture and flavor of chocolate products.
Multi-purpose refining and conching for consistent quality
The Laboratory Refiner/Conche by Macintyre Probat is a versatile 5-in-1 manufacturing solution designed for small to medium production capacities. This unit functions as a cocoa liquor mill, sugar mill, mixer, refiner, and conche. It features a specially designed shaft equipped with grinding bars and a pressure adjustment mechanism, allowing you to achieve and maintain a consistent quality from batch to batch. The compact and hygienically closed design ensures easy operation and low maintenance. Additional features include automatic conching procedure control and temperature control systems, making it suitable for producing chocolates, compounds, coatings, pralines, truffles, and fillings. The unit has a 45 kg batch capacity and dimensions of 1362 mm in length, 1068 mm in width, 953 mm in height, and weighs 846 kg.
Benefits
- Combines five processing functions into one unit
- Ensures consistent product quality across batches
- Compact, easy to operate, and low maintenance
- Automatic control of conching and temperature systems
- Ideal for diverse chocolate and confectionery products