Nut butter mill for snack food processing

Efficiently transform various nuts into smooth, spreadable butters with precision grinding and blending capabilities, ideal for producing consistent, high-quality nut spreads and pastes.

Grinds and Blends Nuts into Smooth Butter

The Nut Butter Mill from AC Horn Manufacturing is engineered to offer precision grinding for a variety of nuts, setting it apart through its single-disk attrition process that ensures consistent texture and blend. Ideal for snack food manufacturers, industrial R&D, and university labs, it produces high-quality peanut, almond, and cashew butters with ease.

Utilizing different mill plates, this versatile equipment guarantees precise control over the grind profile, addressing both food and industrial product needs. With model options like the 8″ Model 148 capable of 1,000-2,000 lbs/hr, to the more robust 24″ Model 247 handling up to 7,500 lbs/hr, it’s adaptable to different scales of operation.

The mill’s integration into production lines is seamless, offering bench-top applications and continuous operations for streamlined processing. Its energy-efficient design contributes to reduced operational costs, while optional materials ensure durability against corrosion and wear. For further customization, engineering support is available to meet specific processing requirements, making it a trusted choice for nut processing solutions.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality by ensuring uniform nut butter consistency.
  • Supports diverse applications with customizable grind profiles.
  • Increases production efficiency with high-capacity models up to 7,500 lbs/hr.
  • Minimizes operational costs through energy-efficient motor technology.
  • Adapts to various processing needs with flexible customization options.

General


Applications
Snacks,Industrial products,Nuts,Food products,Nut butter
End products
Nut paste,Sunflower seed butter,Nutritional nut supplements,Protein nut bars,Cashew butter,Peanut butter,Nut spreads,Nut fillings for confectionery,Almond butter
Steps before
Roasting,Blanching,Granulating
Steps after
Mixing,Packaging
Input ingredients
peanuts,tree nuts,stabilizer,salt,dextrose
Output ingredients
nut butter,creamy smooth consistency
Market info
AC Horn Manufacturing is renowned for its expertise in manufacturing industrial equipment for food processing, particularly in nut processing, popping equipment, and material handling systems, known for high-quality engineering and reliable performance in demanding industrial applications.

Technical Specifications


Mill Disc Size
8" to 24"
Max Output (Model 148)
1,000-2,000 lbs/hr
Max Output (Model 248)
2,000-6,500 lbs/hr
Max Output (Model LNB-18)
7,500 – 12,000 lbs/hr
Max Output (Model 247)
4,000-7,500 lbs/hr
Mill Speed
3,600 RPM
Mill Plate Options
6 different plates available

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Single-disk attrition
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Grinding precision
High precision
Automation level
Manual
Output capacity
1,000-12,000 lbs/hr

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Biological compatibility
Food-grade
Cleanability
Easy to clean
Corrosive resistance
Stainless steel
Density/particle size compatibility
Various nut sizes

Product type Characteristics


Consistency of product
Creamy smooth

Custom Options


Mill plate type
6 different plates available
Grind profile customization
Adjustable via plate type
Capacity customization
Multiple models available (8",18",24")
Speed adjustment
3600 RPM
Additional technical support
Available upon request