Tortilla toaster oven for uniform toasting

Achieve precise and uniform toasting of tortilla chips and tacos with high fuel-efficiency, ensuring optimal tracking and durability within high-speed, continuous operations.

Toasts and Insulates Corn-Based Products Efficiently

The Tortilla Toaster Oven from Heat and Control is engineered to provide continuous, high-speed toasting of corn-based products such as tortilla chips, tacos, and tostadas. This equipment employs a carefully controlled toasting process with draft control and a pre-mix burner system, resulting in uniform color and texture across all products. With a processing capacity ranging from 750 to 2,500 lbs./hr for tortilla chips and up to 6,000 dozen/hour for tortillas, it meets the demand of large-scale production lines. The oven’s fully insulated casing minimizes heat loss, enhancing fuel efficiency and maintaining optimal toasting conditions. Designed for seamless integration into existing production systems, it supports automation with precise control for consistent quality output. The oven is constructed with corrosion-resistant materials, ensuring longevity and reliability in high-throughput environments. Customizable configurations and engineering support are available to meet specific production requirements.

Benefits

  • Enhances product consistency with precise toasting control.
  • Minimizes fuel costs through efficient heat retention.
  • Boosts production capacity to meet high-demand operations.
  • Reduces maintenance with a robust, corrosion-resistant construction.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing production lines for improved workflow.

General


Applications
Tostadas,Formed shells,Tortillas,Tortilla chips,Restaurant style tortilla chips,Corn chips,Taco shells
End products
Hard taco shells,Multi-grain tostadas,Spicy taco shells,Flat formed taco shells,White corn tortilla chips,Blue corn tortilla chips,Triangular corn chips,Yellow corn tortilla chips,Restaurant-style crispy tortilla chips,Gluten-free tortillas,Whole grain tostadas,Low-fat tortillas,Round tortilla chips
Steps before
Corn Cooking,Soaking,Corn Grinding / Masa Preparation,Conditioning,Sheeting
Steps after
Inspection,Product Cooling,Packaging,Seasoning
Input ingredients
corn,masa,corn flour
Output ingredients
tortilla chips,restaurant style tortilla chips,corn chips,taco and formed shells,tortillas,tostadas
Market info
Heat and Control is known for its expertise in manufacturing food processing and packaging equipment, providing innovative solutions and high-quality systems for industries like snacks, prepared foods, and pharmaceuticals, with a strong reputation for reliability and technical support.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
750-2,500 lbs/hr of tortilla chips
Capacity
up to 6,000 doz/hr of corn tortillas
Toasting Configuration
Single or 3-pass oven
Heat Loss
Double insulated stainless steel casing
Fuel Efficiency
High
Production Type
High volume
Automation
Precisely controlled conditions

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
PLC / SCADA
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Energy efficiency
High fuel-efficiency
CIP/SIP
CIP 121°C / SIP 135°C
Cleaning method
Manual
Integrated steps
Corn cooking,soaking,Corn grinding,Sheeting,Toasting
Toasting configuration
Single or 3-pass oven
Working mechanism
Draft control,pre-mix burner system

Material Compatibility


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

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact
Belt configuration
Single or 3-pass oven
Insulation
Double insulated stainless steel casing
Heat retention
High fuel-efficiency
Feed/Discharge method
Continuous belt

Custom Options


Control panel type
Digital / Touchscreen
Oven configuration
Single / 3-pass
Insulation type
Double insulated stainless steel casing