Vertical mixing solution for bakery and snacking industry

Streamline your dough processing with robust and reliable spiral and vertical mixers, offering seamless integration into both manual and automated production lines for consistent, high-quality results.

Mixes and Kneads Various Dough Types

The SPI Spiral Mixer with Removable Bowl, offered by VMI, stands out for its robust design, capable of handling a wide range of dough types, from artisan baguettes to vegan veggie steak patties. Its belt and gear transmission system ensures precise control over mixing and kneading operations, making it ideal for both batch and semi-industrial productions. Equipped with a versatile selection of tools—spiral, paddle, whisk, and cutter—it efficiently processes doughs with varying hydration levels. The removable bowl enhances operational flexibility and integrates seamlessly into automated systems, featuring optional ingredient dosing inlets for streamlined production. With a dough capacity ranging from 80 to 750 kg, the SPI mixer is engineered for high output and consistent performance. Crafted from stainless steel, it promises durability and ease of hygiene, supporting 24/7 operation while maintaining rigorous cleanliness with zero retention areas. Its HMI interface allows intuitive control and recipe management, contributing to reduced energy consumption and increased productivity.

Benefits

  • Enhances productivity with 24/7 operation capability for large-scale dough processing.
  • Reduces labor costs through intuitive HMI controls and automated dosing options.
  • Maintains consistent dough quality with versatile tool options for diverse hydration levels.
  • Improves hygiene and maintenance with stainless steel construction and zero retention areas.
  • Offers scalable integration into automated systems, supporting future production growth.

General


Applications
Pizzas,Cookies,Veggie steaks,Snacks,Bread,Bakery,Cereal bars,Pastry,Bagels,Donuts,Sandwich bread,Brioche
End products
Glazed donuts,Oatmeal cookies,Sourdough bread,Sesame seed bagels,Chocolate chip cereal bars,Vegan veggie steak patties,Artisan baguettes,Cinnamon brioche rolls,Multigrain sandwich bread,Ciabatta,Neapolitan pizza dough
Steps before
Ingredient loading,Dough pre-mixing,Hydration adjustment
Steps after
Dough resting,Shaping,Proofing,Baking
Input ingredients
dough,ingredients for bread,pastries,pizzas,donuts,bagels,cereal bars,veggie steaks,ingredient inlets
Output ingredients
bread,pastries,pizza dough,donut dough,bagel dough,cereal bars,veggie steaks,artisan bread,sandwich bread,brioche,cookies,snack products
Market info
VMI Mixing is known for its expertise in designing and manufacturing industrial mixing solutions, specializing in engineered-to-order equipment for diverse industries. They have a reputation for innovation and delivering high-quality, customized mixing systems.

Technical Specifications


Dough Capacity
80 to 750 kg
Hydration Rate
60%
Mixing Tools
Spiral,Paddle,Whisk,Cutter
Automation
HMI for intuitive operation and recipe recording
Operating Hours
24/7
Material Construction
All stainless steel
Maintenance Features
Easily removable housing
Bowl Type
Removable
Mixing Technology
Double mixing tool
Cleaning
Compact design without retention areas

Operating Characteristics


Automation level
Manual / HMI / PLC
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Energy efficiency
Reduced consumption through energy storage and re-injection
Changeover time
Quick due to modular design
CIP/SIP
Easy maintenance and cleaning,compact design
Recipe management
Automated recipe recording
Cleaning method
Manual / Pressure cleaner

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Compact design without retention areas,drain plug,stainless steel construction
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
All stainless steel construction
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ for doughs

Product type Characteristics


Dough type
Low to high hydration,sticky

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Compact design
Bowl type
Removable bowl
Bowl capacity
80 to 750 kg
Design
Stainless steel construction
Discharge method
Manual or automated dosing
Bowl lifting mechanism
Clamp locking system

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / Digital Timers
Integration possibilities
Automated dosing of ingredients
Customization options
Tools (spiral,paddle,whisk,cutter)
Scalability
Designed to scale with production line
Modularity
Customizable with whip,paddle,scraper