Modular cooling die for texturised plant proteins

Engineered for lab-scale extrusion, this modular cooling solution tailors plant-based meat textures with precision, allowing real-time adjustments and enhanced product consistency.

Cools and Texturizes Plant-Based Proteins

The Modular Cooling Die from Brabender offers unparalleled flexibility for plant-based food production. Designed for R&D labs and food manufacturers, it enables precise control over the cooling and texturization of protein-rich products like soy-based meat alternatives and vegan patties. The die features independent temperature control across three heating/cooling zones, allowing tailored processing for varied textures. It supports real-time material measurement through six strategic openings, enhancing process monitoring and quality control. This modular design accommodates easy adaptation for different product dimensions, meeting specific production needs. Ideal for laboratory-scale and pilot-scale operations, it integrates seamlessly into existing extrusion setups, offering customizable nozzle dimensions for diverse plant protein applications.

Benefits

  • Enhances product versatility with modular design for customizable textures.
  • Improves process control with real-time monitoring of pressure and temperature.
  • Increases flexibility in production, accommodating various plant-based inputs.
  • Facilitates rapid R&D iteration through easy adaptation to new product dimensions.
  • Integrates smoothly with existing extrusion systems, optimizing workflow efficiency.

General


Applications
Meat-like textures,Protein-rich products,Vegetable products,Plant-based food products,Texturized plant proteins
End products
Wheat gluten protein strips,Meatless mince,Vegan meatballs,Soy-based meat alternatives,Plant-based chicken substitutes,Meat-free sausages,Textured vegetable protein chunks,Vegan burger patties,Protein-rich snack bars,Plant-based jerky
Steps before
Raw material selection,Grinding,Mixing,Pre-treatment of plant proteins
Steps after
Pressure measurement,Temperature measurement,Texturisation,Product dimension adjustment,Cooling
Input ingredients
wheat gluten,soybeans,raw materials,texturised plant proteins
Output ingredients
meat-like textures,vegetable products with meat-like textures,texturised plant proteins
Market info
Brabender is renowned for producing high-quality, engineered-to-order lab equipment for material testing, particularly in food and plastics industries, specializing in precision instruments for measuring, preparation, and processing.

Technical Specifications


Modular Design
Yes
Temperature Control Zones
3 Zones
Process Control Openings
6 Openings
Material Measurement Capability
Pressure,Temperature
Product Dimension Adaptation
Customizable
Compatible Raw Materials
Wheat Gluten,Soybeans

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Inline Continuous
Temperature control
Independent for three zones
Monitoring capability
Pressure and temperature measurements
Changeability
Modular design for different textures
Real-time structural measurement
Available through openings

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Extruder compatibility
R,D lab extruders
Product texture
Meat-like textures

Physical Characteristics


Modular design
Yes
Nozzle dimension adaptation
Customizable
Heating/cooling zones
3 zones
Machine footprint
Not specified
Die construction
Modular (bottom and top half)
Openings for measurement
6 along the die

Custom Options


Die size
Customizable
Product dimensions
Modular design for various sizes
Nozzle dimension
Individually adaptable
Temperature control
Independent for each zone