01.0 Steam blanchers
02.0 Bottle washing equipment
03.0 Brewing equipment
04.0 Butter pats
05.0 Canning equipment
06.0 Carbonating equipment
07.0 Centrifuges
08.0 Cheese cloths
09.0 Cheese moulds/presses and kits
10.0 Cheese vats
11.0 Chocolate conches
12.0 Choppers
13.0 Butter churns
14.0 Cleaners
15.0 Cold storage
16.0 Curd making equipment
17.0 Cutting, slicing and dicing equipment
18.0 Decorating equipment
19.0 Decorticators
20.0 Depositors
21.0 De-stoners
22.0 Distillation equipment
23.0 Dryers
24.0 Enrobers
25.0 Evaporators
Blanching is an important processing stage for a number of reasons: primarily it inactivates enzymes that cause deterioration in colour and flavour during drying and subsequent storage of some fruit and vegetables. In addition it improves the texture of the food and assists the preservation of vitamins. Blanching may be carried out using water or steam.
BLANCHER/SCALDER
This blancher is suitable for both fruits and vegetables. The material is placed in a basket and dipped into a bath of hot water. After a preset time, it is drained and placed in cold water for cooling. Scale is 60 x 60 x 45cm, with a capacity of 90-100kg.
PRICE CODE: 1
GARDENERS CORPORATION
6 Doctors Lane
PB No. 299
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
TRAY-TYPE STEAM BLANCHER
The trays are placed in the blanching compartment, where the food is blanched by steam and then passed automatically to the cooling compartment. Scale is 1.8 x 0.8 x 1.2m.
PRICE CODE: 3
TRAY-TYPE STEAM BLANCHER
FMC CORPORATION
Machinery International Division
P.O. Box 1178
SAN JOSE
California 95108
USA
Lye peeling offers an effective way of peeling some fruits and vegetables. The food is placed in a hot solution (at or near boiling point) of sodium hydroxide for a specified time which varies, depending on the fruit or vegetable to be peeled. The loosened skin is removed by jets of water. Care is needed, as hot lye is very dangerous, and corrosive to some metal equipment.
Lye peeling is often combined with blanching in one complete operation.
BLANCHING & LYE PEELING EQUIPMENT
This consists of three stainless steel tanks. All trays included have perforated sliding lids and dropside handles.
PRICE CODE: 2
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
A variety of bottle washers are available. They include the following variations:
· simple manual bristle washer
· hydro washer (cleaning is performed by jets of water)
· soaker washer (bottles are completely immersed)
· combination of the above.
Manual bottle washers
BOTTLE BRUSHING UNIT
For cleaning bottles.
PRICE CODE: 1
CAN DRAINING
Consists of a rack for placing washed cans/pails/milk churns.
PRICE CODE: 1
MILK CAN WASHER
This is the steaming block type.
PRICE CODE: 1
DAIRY UDYOG
C-229A/230A, Ghatkopar Industrial Estate L.B.S. Marg, Ghatkopar (W)
BOMBAY 400 086
INDIA
BOTTLE WASHER
This is suitable for bottles with a 9.5-10cm diameter. The unit consists of a spring-loaded nozzle which when depressed by an inverted bottle, produces jets of water. Throughput is 600 bottles per hour.
PRICE CODE: 1
ADELPHI MANUFACTURING CO. LTD
Olympus House
Mill Green Road
HAYWARDS HEATH RH16 1XQ
UK
BOTTLE WASHING MACHINE
This machine comprises a soaking tank made from galvanized iron. There is a 0.19kW (0.25hp) motor which turns brushes at 540rpm and a drain lock is provided for rinsing purposes.
PRICE CODE: 1
BOTTLE WASHING MACHINE
JT JAGTIANI
National House, Tulloch Road
Apollo Bunder
BOMBAY 400 039
INDIA
BOTTLE WASHER
BOTTLE WASHER
This is a two-headed bottle washing machine driven by a 0.19kW (0.25hp) single-phase motor. It is supplied with four nylon brushes (two are spare) for washing inside bottles. A large brush is also provided for cleaning exteriors. Inside and outside are washed simultaneously. There are two tanks; one for hot water and one for cold.
PRICE CODE: 2
EMPTY CAN WASHER
This is a horizontal rotary-type washer for N-cans. The machine is capable of handling cans of sizes N 1-10. Cans are either washed by jets of water or sterilized by steam.
PRICE CODE: 2
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
Washers also manufactured by:
MASTER MECHANICAL WORKS PVT LTD
Pushpanjali SV Road
Santa Cruz (W)
BOMBAY 400 054
INDIANARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
Powered bottle washers
MEADOW BOTTLE WASHER
This is a small batch cleaning machine, consisting of a two compartment soap tank, brushing machine and a six-jet rinser set. The bottles are soaked in warm water or mild detergent. An overflow is fined as there is a constant inflow of fresh water from the rinsing process. Requires: 220/240-1-50 AC. Capacity is 120 x ½-litre bottles.
PRICE CODE: 4
MEADOW BOTTLE WASHER
Bottle washers also manufactured by:
THE NORTHERN MEDIA SUPPLY LTD
Sainsbury Way
Hessle HU13 9NX
UKADELPHI MANUFACTURING CO. LTD
Olympus House
Mill Green Road
HAYWARDS HEATH
RH16 1XQ
UK
03.1 Fermentation bins
RCT 127 CYLINDRICAL TANK
This simple cylindrical tank, complete with a fitted lid, is suitable for use as a fermentation bin. Capacity is 180 litres.
PRICE CODE: 2
White food grade polythene or poly-propylene bins and tanks are also widely available in sizes from 10 to 200 litres.
MOULDED POLYTHENE CONTAINERS
Bridge Mills
Rochdale Road, Edenfield
RAMSBOTTOM
BL0 0RE
UK
RCT 127 CYLINDRICAL TANK
03.2 Fermenters
AIR-LIFT FERMENTER SYSTEM
This system can be used for small-scale (including anaerobic) fermentations. Most organisms or cells can be grown and the equipment can easily be cleaned and maintained. In addition, there are no moving parts, bearings, etc. An electronic thermometer is supplied. Total volume: 4.5 litres.
PRICE CODE: 3
GB BIOTECHNOLOGY LTD
4 Beaconsfield Court
Sketty
SWANSEA
SA2 9JU
UK
Butter pats are of simple design and are used to knead and form the butter in order to remove excess moisture, produce a uniform texture, and make it into a form more convenient for use and storage.
LARGE WOODEN BUTTER PATS
These will knead up to 1kg of butter.
PRICE CODE: 1
BUTTER PATS
BUTTER PATS
This is a set of two small wooden butter pats.
PRICE CODE: 1
PLASTIC TRAYS
A small tray used during the butter-kneading process.
PRICE CODE: 1
PLASTIC TRAYS
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
BUTTER SCOOPS
These are used for scooping and handling butter.
PRICE CODE: 1
DAIRY UDYOG
C - 229A/230A,
Ghatkopar Industrial Estate
L.B.S. Marg,
Ghatkopar (W)
BOMBAY 400 086
INDIA
Butter scoops are also manufactured by:
R J FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
Perishable foods which are to be stabilized for extended storage must be sterilized to retain desirable quality factors (flavour, colour, aroma, etc.); to destroy enzymic activity; and most importantly to kill micro-organisms such as Clostridium botulinum which produce deadly toxins, and others which cause undesirable changes in the food quality. Of the different sterilization processes, canning is perhaps the most widely used. The process involves filling the food into a can, fitting the lid using a double seam and heating the can in a retort to sterilize the food. Different retort temperatures and processing times (derived from several complex equations and calculations) are used depending on the type of micro-organisms to be destroyed. Commercially, canning is carried out as either a 'batch' or 'continuous' process. For canning on a small scale, a batch system using retorts or pressure cookers is more appropriate.
Although canning is possible at a small scale, it is not a technology that is recommended, owing to several constraints. For example, the equipment, material and operating costs are high. As well as the retort and canning equipment, the process requires other equipment such as a steam generator and an air compressor. In addition, canning requires experienced workers to operate the equipment; maintenance engineers to service the equipment and microbiologists for examination of the products (thus also requiring access to microbiology media and equipment). It is a technology that should only be undertaken by experienced processors, especially if low acid foods such as fish, vegetables or meats are to be canned.
05.1 Retorts, sterilizers and pressure cookers
VERTICAL AUTOCLAVES
This autoclave consists of a brass inner, mild steel outer body together with a safety valve, pressure gauge and steam release cock. Working pressure is 138-152kPa (20-22psi), with a power range of 1.5-6kW.
PRICE CODE: 3
JT JAGTIANI
National House
Tulloch Road
Apollo Bunder
BOMBAY 400 039
INDIA
*CANNING RETORT MODEL |
CAN TYPE |
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(figures represent no. processed per batch) |
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A10 |
A2.5 |
LLB TALL |
5.5 OZ |
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Diam 610 x H 760mm |
28 |
115 |
225 |
600 |
Diam 610 x H 915mm |
35 |
135 |
260 |
750 |
Diam 680 x H 915mm |
75 |
225 |
400 |
1000 |
Diam 810 x H 915mm |
95 |
240 |
360 |
1230 |
*CANNING RETORT
This retort is fitted with a dial thermometer, pressure gauge, safety valve, petcock, packing gland and winged clamps. Four models are available (see table below).
PRICE CODE: 3
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
CANNING RETORT
INSTRUMENT STERILIZER
This sterilizer is fitted with an immersion heater which has a safety device to cut off the current if the boiler becomes dry. It uses a 230V AC single-phase motor. Size range: 1-2kW.
PRICE CODE: 2
JT JAGTIANI
National House
Tulloch Road
Apollo Bunder
BOMBAY 400 039
INDIA
AUTOCLAVE
This has valves for purging, safety pressure relief and discharge of water and condensates. It is also fitted with a gauge and thermometers. Four models are available.
PRICE CODE: 2
DISENOS Y MARQUINARIA JER S.A.
Emiliano Zapata 51
Col Buenavista, 54710
Cuautitlan Itzcalli
MEXICO
PRESSURE COOKER/CANNER
For quick cooking or small-scale canning using a separate heat source. Both the body and the lid are cast from aluminium. The bottom is machined to ensure good surface-to-surface contact with the heat source and to improve heat transfer. Three sizes are available:
MODEL 15.5 |
Holds 10 pints (5.7 litres) |
MODEL 21.5 |
Holds 18 pints (10.2 litres) |
MODEL 30 |
Holds 19 pints (10.8 litres) |
PRICE CODE: 1
PRESSURE COOKER/CANNER
GIANT CANNER
This canner can be used on wooden stoves and hotplates. The top edge is wrapped around a 0.64cm bar of solid stainless steel. Silver is soldered and sandwich-locked seams are approved for direct contact with food. Two sizes are available: one with a capacity of 54.6 litres liquid and the other with a capacity of 31.8 litres.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
Canning equipment also manufactured by:
GARDENERS CORPORATION
6 Doctors Lane
PB No. 299
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIAREPUTE SCIENTIFIC CO.
13/21 3rd Panjarapole Lane
2nd Floor, SVU Bg CP Tank Road
BOMBAY 400 004
INDIANARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DEHLI 110 001
INDIABABAR STAINLESS STEEL IND (PVT) LTD
Siegt Rd
GUJRANWALA
PAKISTANARMFIELD TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CO. LTD
Bridge House
West Street
RINGWOOD
BH24 1DY
UKFMC CORPORATION
Machinery International Division
P.O. Box 1178
SAN JOSE
California 95108
USARR MILL INC.
45 West First North
Smithfield
UTAH 84335
USA
05.2 Seamers
CANNING MACHINE
This is a small machine with an automatic shutoff system and a 0.19kW (0.25hp) motor. It is equipped with serrated plates for 552cc and 858cc cans, and seals 240-360 cans per hour. Requires 125V, 60Hz.
PRICE CODE: 2
INDUSTRIAL DE PARTES S.A. DE C.V.
Latoneros Num. 99
Col Trabajadores del Hierro
MEXICO DF 02650
MEXICO
BENCH-TYPE DOUBLE SEAMER
This has a 0.19kW (0.25hp) motor. Cans are seamed by placing the can and cover on the base plate, and raising the base plate which then clamps the can between the chuck and plate. When the lever is pulled the automatic seaming operation starts. Throughput is 200-300 cans per hour; size is 6.8cm diameter x 10.2cm height.
PRICE CODE: 2
FMC CORPORATION
Machinery International Division
P.O. Box 1178
SAN JOSE
California
95108
USA
05.3 Miscellaneous canning equipment
HOT LIFTING TONGS
Used for lifting hot cans of all sizes.
PRICE CODE: 1
NARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DEHLI 110 001
INDIA
Also manufactured by:
RR MILL INC.
45 West First North
Smithfield
UTAH 84335
USA
Manual carbonators
IRA SODA WATER MACHINE
This machine makes carbonated drinks using high-pressure carbon dioxide. A pressure regulating valve supplies CO2 from a gas cylinder at an even pressure. A filler/crowner is operated by holding the bottle and pulling a lever. The bottle is sealed by pressing a lever. Capacity is 600 bottles per hour. A motorized version is also available.
PRICE CODE: 2
IRA SODA WATER MACHINE
ESSENCE & BOTTLE SUPPLY (INDIA) LTD
14 Radha Bazar street
CALCUTTA 700 001
INDIA
Powered carbonators
MIRA BACHELOR SODA WATER MACHINE
This is a powered version of the above model. Filled bottles are placed in a cage and rotated. The gas and water are mixed and bottles are then capped using a hand operated crown capper. Throughput is 36, 72, or 108 bottles per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
ESSENCE & BOTTLE SUPPLY (INDIA) LTD
14 Radha Bazar street
CALCUTTA 700 001
INDIA
07.1 Dairy centrifuges
Dairy centrifuges are used to separate the cream from liquid milk, by the application of centrifugal force. The simplest type of equipment is the tubular bowl centrifuge, comprising a vertical cylinder or bowl which rotates inside a stationary casing at between 1500rpm and 5000rpm depending on the diameter. The milk is introduced continuously at the base of the bowl and the two liquids (cream and skimmed milk) are separated into layers which emerge from the two outlets. A variety of disc-bowl centrifuges are also available. In these a stack of conical discs inside a rotating bowl are used to separate the cream.
HAND-OPERATED MILK TEST CENTRIFUGE
This consists of a table and centrifuge.
PRICE CODE: 2
DUDYOG HAND-OPERATED MILK TEST CENTRIFUGE
PRICE CODE: 2
DUDYOG MILK TEST CENTRIFUGE MACHINE
This electric centrifuge has a speed indicator.
PRICE CODE: 2
DUDYOG SWISS MODEL
This electric centrifuge can carry out 36 tests for milk.
PRICE CODE: 2
DAIRY UDYOG
C-229A/230A, Ghatkopar Industrial Estate
L.B.S. Marg, Ghatkopar (W)
BOMBAY 400 086
INDIA
BEL FRESH CREAM
Makes small quantities of cream, with a capacity of 0.3 litres.
PRICE CODE: 1
MINI-CREM 80
Throughput is 80 litres per hour.
PRICE CODE: 1
RJ FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
BATCH-TYPE THREE-POINT CENTRIFUGE
This centrifuge is driven by a single- or two-speed vertical motor running at 1440 rpm. All models require a 3-phase 50Hz AC power supply. Capacity is 25, 35, 60kg.
PRICE CODE: 2
K S SEETHARAMAIAH & SONS PVT LTD
29/1 Jaraganahalli
10th K M Kanakapura Road
BANGALORE 560 078
INDIA
ELECREM ELECTRIC CREAM SEPARATOR
Four models are available.
MODEL |
CAPACITY (litres) |
80 |
80 |
1 |
125 |
2 |
200 |
3 |
315 |
PRICE CODE: 3
ELECREM ELECTRIC CREAM SEPARATOR
ELECREM 5
This machine separates cream on a larger scale. It is available with a 50 litre receiving vessel or a 140 litre mounted wall-tank, and requires 110V. Throughput is 500 litres per hour.
PRICE CODE: 4
R J FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
CREAM SEPARATOR
This model comprises a motor, barrel skimmed milk catcher, cream catcher, inlet jar and whole milk reservoir. The thickness of the cream can be regulated. Throughput is 80 litres per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
Other versions are available with through-puts of 125-500 litres per hour.
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
Dairy centrifuges also manufactured by:
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
07.2 Honey centrifuges
Honey centrifuges operate by forcing honey out of the combs by centrifugal force. The extractor comprises a cylindrical container with a centrally-mounted fitting to support combs or frames of uncapped honey. There is also a mechanism to spin the frames which throws the honey out of the uncapped combs to the inner wall of the bowl. The honey then collects in the bottom of the bowl. A honey gate allows the honey to be drained out when required. Electrically operated high speed extractors increase the speed gradually to prevent damage to the combs.
HONEY CENTRIFUGES
Manual honey centrifuges
Country |
Manufacturer |
Equipment name |
Capacity (kg) |
Price code |
Other information |
Australia |
Guilfoyle, John L (Sales) Ltd |
2-frame bench s. steel extractor |
|
1 |
H: 57cm Diam: 43cm |
2-frame bench extractor |
|
1 |
H: 62cm Diam: 54cm Other sizes are available |
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4-frame non-reversible extractor |
45 |
1 |
H: 88cm Diam: 60cm |
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2-frame reversible extractor |
45 |
1 |
H: 88cm Diam: 60cm |
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Pender Beekeeping Supplies Pty Ltd |
Budget bench extractor |
|
1 |
|
|
Economy bench extractor |
|
1 |
|
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2-frame manual reversible extractor |
|
1 |
Produces 91kg/h. Other sizes are available |
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Bench extractor |
|
1 |
Produces 36kg/h |
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4-frame manual reversible extractor |
|
2 |
|
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4-frame non-reversible bench extractor |
|
2 |
Optional manual/electric power |
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Austria |
Puff, Stefan GmbH |
Honey extractor model mini 3 |
|
1 |
|
Denmark |
Swienty |
8001 3-frame extractor |
|
2 |
Other sizes are available |
8080 4-frame extractor |
|
2 |
Other sizes are available |
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USA |
Dadant & Sons Inc. |
Junior bench extractor |
79 |
2 |
Throughput is 2 frames/load |
Little wonder extractor |
136 |
2 |
Throughput is 4 frames/load |
Powered honey centrifuges
Country |
Manufacturer |
Equipment name |
Price Code |
Australia |
Guilfoyle, John L. (Sales) Ltd |
2-frame bench steel extractor motor |
2 |
Electric motor |
2 |
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Pender Beekeeping Supplies Pty Ltd |
Auto self-radial honey extractor |
2 |
|
Auto self-centring base drive |
2 |
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Austria |
Puff, Stefan GmbH |
Reversible honey extractor |
2 |
07.3 Juice centrifuges
DYNAMIC PAG1
This is a citrus fruit juice extractor. Halved fruits are placed in the top of the extractor and hand pressure on the lever activates the motor. Maximum juice is extracted whilst the pips and pulp are retained in the extractor. Throughput is one x 170g glass of juice in 30 seconds, and the machine's weight is 6kg.
PRICE CODE: 2
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD
TN22 5AO2
UK
CENTRIFUGE JUICER
This is suitable for apples, pineapples etc. The machine has a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor.
PRICE CODE: 2
NARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DEHLI 110 001
INDIA
07.4 Filter centrifuges
The centrifuge illustrated is an example of a manual filter centrifuge.
FILTER CENTRIFUGES
This can be made by taking a stainless steel drum with perforated holes (the drum of an old washing machine is perfect) and attaching it to a central shaft.
The shaft is made to rotate through the use of a toothed cogs and a flywheel.
The drum is encased in an outer container. This can be made from any material but if the filtrate is to be collected, the container must be made from food grade plastic or a similar material. At the top of the outer container there is an inlet feed chute for pouring the liquid and at the base there is a collecting chute.
MODE OF OPERATION
The liquid is fed in at the top through the inlet chute. Simultaneously, the handle is turned and the drum is made to rotate. This rotation causes the material to be thrown against the drum wall and the filtrate drains out through the perforated holes and is finally collected at the base. If necessary the drum can be lined with a filter cloth.
ALL PRICE CODE: 1
Manufactured by:
RJ FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UKGEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDSLEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
09.1 Cheese moulds
PLASTIC CHEESE MOULDS
These moulds can be used for making small cheeses. They comprise a series of plastic cylindrical moulds with followers. Capacity: 4549. Dimensions: 8 x 10cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
COULOMMIER MOULD
This is a mould for cheese production, comprising two stainless steel hoops of diameters 15 and 11.5cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
Other dimensions are also available.
CHEESE MOULD
This is a cylindrical stainless steel cheese mould with two hardwood followers. Two sizes are available: 18 x 13cm, and 15 x 11.5cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
RJ FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
CHEESE MOULDS
These wooden moulds have stainless steel hoops which are used for holding and moulding the cheese. Six sizes are available: 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 3.5 and 4kg.
PRICE CODE: 1
CHEESE MOULD
This is an earthenware mould complete with a cheese cloth. Capacity: 500g.
PRICE CODE: 1
In addition, various plastic cheese moulds are available without cloths and with capacities of 650g or 2kg.
CHEESE MOULD
This is a plastic cheese mould without cloths. Capacities: 650g or 2kg.
PRICE CODE: 1
CHEESE MOULDS
These special moulds are for soft cheese. Different moulds are available for: Ricotta, Camembert, Roquefort, Brie, and Baby Gouda cheeses. Draining stones are also available.
PRICE CODE: 1
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
09.2 Cheese presses
CHEESE PRESS
This is a table-top model, which can also be used for pressing fruit. The press comes supplied with a mould, drip-tray, weights and recipes. It is capable of making 1.4-1.8kg cheeses.
PRICE CODE: 1
R&G WHEELER
Hoppins
Dunchideock
EXETER
EX2 9UL
UK
CHEESE PRESS
DELUXE CHEESE PRESS
This machine does not require any weights. Hoops are available for pressing 9 litres or 18 litres. Recipes and instructions are included.
PRICE CODE: 1
A low-cost cheese-press kit is also available (PRICE CODE: 1).
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
Many other versions are available from:
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDSR J FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
09.3 Cheese kits
CHEESE BOARD
This is a small board for holding cheeses up to 10cm².
PRICE CODE: 1
SOFT CHEESE KIT
This small-scale soft cheese package comprises: muslin, starter culture, rennet, stainless steel ladle, and recipe book.
PRICE CODE: 1
COULOMMIER CHEESE KIT
This is a complete kit for small-scale cheese production. It comprises a stainless steel mould, cheese mats, two cheese boards, rennet, starter culture, and a recipe.
PRICE CODE: 1
RJ FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
CHEESE KIT
This is a complete kit for making cheese, comprising a press, two earthenware cheese moulds with cheese cloths, one large cheese cloth for curd, one curd-cutter, two thermometers, one bottle of calf rennet, one cheese culture, one yoghurt culture and one recipe book. The kit makes two 500g cheeses.
PRICE CODE: 1
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
CHEESE VAT
This machine is equipped with a variable-speed stirrer, and a chart recorder measures the pH of the milk. Water is circulated through the jacket at a pre-selected temperature. Capacity is 1kg of cheese from a 10 litre batch of milk.
PRICE CODE: 2
ARMFIELD TECHNICAL EDUCATION
CO. LTD
Bridge House
West Street
RINGWOOD
BH24 1DY
UK
Refining and conching are two important steps in the manufacture of chocolate. Refining involves the crushing and shearing of cocoa and sugar particles to produce a product with the desired particle size. Chocolate for the UK or USA markets should be refined to an average particle size of between 20m m and 30m m, whereas European tastes demand a lower size range of 15pm to 22m m, which gives a smoother product.
Conching is used to develop flavour and to remove undesirable volatile components (e.g. acetic acid), produced during the fermentation of the cocoa beans. The duration of conching is an important factor because most of the flavour changes occur within the first 24 hours. Likewise the temperature at which conching takes place is important, in order to achieve the desired taste/texture. For example, milk chocolate should be conched at 45° to 60°C, whereas plain chocolate should be conched at 55° to 85°C for British taste and up to 100°C for European tastes.
Generally the refining/conching process is as follows. Cocoa powder, icing sugar and the required fats are placed in the feed hopper of the unit. Heating and blending takes place and air is drawn through the mixture. The mix is circulated through a unit in which rotating cylinders press against spring loaded grinding bars to achieve the required particle size reduction. The chocolate mass is then held at the required temperature for a predetermined time to conche it. It should be noted that high quality chocolate production is difficult to achieve technically (requiring experience and expertise) and that the equipment is generally expensive. However, re-melting commercial chocolate for coating/re-using is a viable small-scale industry in many countries.
CHOCOLATE REFINER/CONCHE
This machine can be supplied with an automatic tensioning device to give the most efficient use of the motor. Capacity: 50-100kg.
PRICE CODE: 4
BCH EQUIPMENT
Mellor Street
ROCHDALE
OL12 6BA
UK
ACMC TABLE-TOP TEMPERER
This machine can be used for melting and tempering chocolate. It comprises a 5.7 litre stainless steel bowl, a polyethylene scraper and a thermometer holder. The heat source is a 2.1kW lamp operating on 110V AC (also available for 230V AC).
PRICE CODE: 3
GFE BARTLETT & SON LTD
Maylands Avenue
HEMEL HEMPSTEAD
HP2 7EN
UK
CHOCOMILL CHD250
This is a refiner for chocolate pastes. The mixture is fed into the grinding chamber by means of a heated pump mounted on the outside of the machine. It is then subjected to high shear by the steel discs operating at speed. A screen at the front of the machine allows finished chocolate to pass through. Capacity: 18 litres. Throughput: 200kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 4
CHOCOMILL CHD250
ALUMCRAFT ARGENTINA S.C.A.
Mercedes 568
1407 BUENOS AIRES
ARGENTINA
12.1 Fruit and vegetable choppers
HERB MILL
This mill is used for chopping small amounts of fresh herbs.
PRICE CODE: 1
HERB MILL
LAKELAND PLASTICS
38 Alexandra Buildings
WINDERMERE
LA23 1BQ
UK
BEAN CHOPPER
This diagonally cuts string beans. The unit houses three blades and will clamp to any surface between 0.6 and 2.5cm thick. Height: 17.8cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
ROTATING CHOPPER
Used primarily for household- or small-scale operations, this chopper is suitable for solid or leafy vegetables. The degree of fineness can be controlled.
PRICE CODE: 1
RR MILL INC.
45 West First North
Smithfield
UTAH 84335
USA
TOMATO CHOPPER
This chops tomatoes into small pieces suitable for canning or further processing. The unit comprises a 0.75kW (1 hp) three-phase motor, and a circular ring of 35.6cm diameter with holes of 2.5cm. It also has eight beaters which pulverize the tomatoes. A larger version is available with a throughput of 1.25 tonnes per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
GARLIC CHOPPER
The chopping blades are made from high carbon steel and are copper plated. The knives and the bowl turn simultaneously. A baffle turns the garlic pieces for finer chopping. The machine uses a 1.4kW (2hp) motor. Throughput is 600-900kg per hour. Scale (bowl): Height 25cm, Diameter 76cm.
PRICE CODE: 3
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
12.2 Bowl choppers
BOWL CHOPPER SM45 HS
This chopper is used for the manufacture of all types of sausage. A digital display indicates bowl speed and mixing temperature. The hand starter determines the bowl speed and the speed of the knife shaft. Standard knives will cut, mix and emulsify the meat into an homogeneous sausage emulsion. The power of the motor is 6.8kW (9hp). Dimensions: length 138 x width 95 x height 115 cm.
PRICE CODE: 4
KRAEMER UND GREBE GMBH & CO.
Postfach 2149 & 2160
D-3560 Biedenkopf
WALLALL
GERMANY
MEDIUM AND LARGE MEAT GRINDERS/CHOPPERS
These can be used for medium scale meat chopping. They are similar to the small models except that they do not clamp but are bolted to the surface for more stability. Size range: Models 12, 22, 32. A small meat grinder is also available.
PRICE CODE: 1
MEDIUM AND LARGE MEAT GRINDERS/CHOPPERS
MEAT CHOPPER ACCESSORIES
Three meat chopper attachments are available: stuffers for sausage filling; belt drive pulleys for replacing manual operation; and plates for making hamburgers, sausages and lard.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
Meat choppers also manufactured by:
TALSABELL S.A.
Poligono Industrial V
Salud 8-46.950
VALENCIA
SPAIN
13.1 Manual churns
HAND-OPERATED BUTTER CHURN
This churn is used for small-scale butter production and comprises a glass jar with a handle which turns the churning blade. Capacity is 3 litres. A version with a small motor attached is available (Manuelba 20 Butter Churn).
PRICE CODE: 1
R J FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire SY12 9DF
UK
HAND-OPERATED BUTTER CHURN
BUTTER CHURN
This wooden butter churn is mounted on a cast iron stand, and comes equipped with a clamping device. Sizes range from 20 litres to 125 litres.
PRICE CODE: 1
LAKSHMI MILK TESTING MACHINERY CO.
A90 Group Industrial Area
Wazirupa
NEW DELHI 110 052
INDIA
BUTTER CHURN
Three models are available: cedar, redwood or shatterproof plastic.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron, OHIO 44636
USA
Butter churns also manufactured by:
DAIRY UDYOG
C-229A/230A, Ghatkopar Ind. Est.
L.B.S. Marg, Ghatkopar (W)
BOMBAY 400 086
INDIAGEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDSJ.J. BLOW LTD
Oldfield Works
Chatsworth Road
CHESTERFIELD S40 2DJ
UK
13.2 Butter churns (powered)
ELECTRIC BUTTER CHURN
This churn comprises a plastic jar and electric motor, with variable speed control. Churning time is between 15 and 25 minutes. Capacity: 5 or 10 litres. A stainless steel version is also available.
PRICE CODE: 2
ELECTRIC BUTTER CHURN
BUTTER CHURN/KNEADER
This machine washes and kneads butter in one process. It comprises a wooden tub and 'dasher', and the dasher's blades work the cream. It is driven by an electric motor (380V) with slow or fast speeds. A sight-glass measures the liquid level, and a tap drains the buttermilk. Capacity is 100-160 litres.
PRICE CODE: 2
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
Powered butter churns also manufactured by:
RJ FULLWOOD & BLAND LTD
ELLESMERE
Shropshire
SY12 9DF
UK
14.1 Fruit and vegetable cleaners
WASHING MACHINE
This machine is used to wash fruit and vegetables and is fabricated from carbon steel. Two models are available: one that immerses the product, and another using a rotating perforated drum. Both versions have a 0.75kW (1hp) motor and a cylinder diameter of 91cm. Dimensions: 380 x 152 x 170cm. Throughput: two tonnes per hour.
PRICE CODE: 4
MAPISA INTERNATIONAL S.A. DE C.V.
Eje 5 Oriente Rojo Gomez 424
Col Agricola Oriental
MEXICO DF 08500
MEXICO
ROOT CROP WASHER
This machine consists of a peeling drum with an abrasive surface, a hopper and a mesh slide. A water spray is provided throughout the whole operation in order to facilitate the process. A suitable batch size is 15-20kg per hour, with an overall throughput of 100kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
ROOT CROP WASHER
VISAYAS STATE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
8 Lourdes Street
PASAY CITY 3129
PHILLIPINES
LV 2000 VEGETABLE WASHER
This model gently washes salads, fruits and fish, it comes complete with a centrifugal drier for salads. The machine will also defrost fish. Capacity: leafy vegetables 3kg, root crops 15kg. Dimensions: 91 x 60 x 60 cm.
PRICE CODE: 4
CRYPTO PEERLESS LTD
Bordesley Green Road
BIRMINGHAM B9 4UA
UK
WASHER/PEELER, MODEL ROT 3
WASHER/PEELER, MODEL ROT 3
This is a batch rotary washer/peeler, designed for cassava and equipped with a 3.7Kw (5hp) electric motor. The machine comprises a wooden cylinder with a water spray. Throughput: 100-160kg gari/h. Dimensions: 120 x 150cm. Other sizes are also available.
PRICE CODE: 3
INDUSTRIAS MAQUINA D'ANDREA S.A.
Rue General Jardim 645
SAO PAULO
01223
BRAZIL
POTATO WASHER
This machine requires a 2.7kW (3.6hp) motor. Throughput: 200kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 4
INDUSTRIAS TECHNICAS 'DOLORIER'
Alfredo Mendiola 690
Urbanizacion Ingenieria
LIMA
PERU
14.2 Grain cleaners
Grain cleaners are designed for use after winnowing primarily to separate all chaff, straw, weed seeds, broken and inferior seeds, dust, and other contaminants.
Cleaning and grading the grain makes it more suitable for a number of uses: grain required for seed purposes should be clean and uniform; better prices can be obtained for graded samples; and removal of insects and other foreign matter during cleaning ensures better and safer storage. In addition, pre-cleaned grain improves the efficiency of the drying machine, during the drying process, and results in a more uniformly-dried sample. Some machines will simultaneously clean and grade a sample of grain or seed, while others will perform only one of these functions.
PORTABLE GRAIN CLEANER
This machine is constructed of wood and steel (an International Rice Research Institute design), and comprises a single shaft, horizontal oscillating screen and fan. It uses a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor or alternatively a 0.75kW (1hp) petrol engine, and has a multi-crop capability owing to the use of two screens, the top one being interchangeable. The weight of the cleaner plus motor is 72kg. Length 123cm, width 67cm, height 126cm. A grain purity of up to 98% can be obtained. Fuel consumption is 0.5 litres per hour, and throughput is up to 1000kg per hour of rice.
PRICE CODE: 3
JCCE INDUSTRIES
242 Mayondon
Los Banos
Laguna
PHILIPPINES
A similarly-designed cleaner is manufactured by:
ALPHA MACHINERY & ENGINEERING CORP.
1167 Pasong Tamo Street
MCC Makati
METRO MANILA D 708
PHILIPPINES
GRAIN CLEANER
The machine consists of a hopper, sieve and grain outlet and is powered by a 0.5kW (0.7hp) single phase 1500rpm electric motor, with a throughput of 1000kg per hour of paddy.
PRICE CODE: 2
TANZANIA ENGINEERING &
MANUFACTURING DESIGN ORGANIZATION
P.O. Box 6111
Arusha
TANZANIA
SEED AND GRAIN CLEANER
This comprises an all-steel construction with pneumatic feeding, variable air regulation, two screens, and two air-separators. There is also an integral three-phase 3.7kW (5hp) motor. Length 316cm, width 146cm, height 256cm. Throughput: 700-1000kg per hour of wheat.
PRICE CODE: 2
ORIENTAL MACHINERY (1919) PVT LTD
25 R N Mukherjee Road
CALCUTTA 700 001
INDIA
PADDY CLEANER
This cleaner removes stones and dust from paddy. The dust blower uses an aspirator to remove light impurities and dust, while the lower part of the machine contains vibrating sieves to eliminate the larger impurities. Throughput is 2-3 tonnes per hour.
PRICE CODE: 3
DEVRAJ & COMPANY
Krishan Sudama Marg
Firozpur City
PUNJAB
INDIA
MOBILE VILLAGE SEED CLEANER
This cleaner is used for cereal grains. It has a tubular frame construction, and is mobile with a small petrol or diesel engine. There are screening slots of 2.11mm, 2.24mm or 4.37mm, and lipped riddles of 9.5mm or 12.7mm apertures. The cleaner has a weight of 550kg, with a throughput of 1-1.5 tonnes per hour.
PRICE CODE: 3
INLAND SALES & SERVICE
11-13 Railway Parade
Merredin, WA 6415
AUSTRALIA
MOBILE VILLAGE SEED CLEANER
TWO-SCREEN GRAIN SEED-CLEANER/GRADER
Used primarily for wheat, this cleaner is able to clean both large and heavy grains as well as small and light seeds, due to its adjustable air separation. A three-screen version is also available. Length 140cm, width 102cm, height 147cm. Screen size: 62 x 57cm. Motor size 0.75kW (1hp). Throughput: 300-600kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
COSSUL & CO. PVT LTD
123/367 Industrial Area
Fazalgunj
Kanpur
UTTAR PRADESH
INDIA
SEED CLEANER/GRADER
This comprises an all-metal construction with built-in dust collectors and pneumatic feed, with variable air regulation. In addition there are two screens, each of dimensions 143 x 112cm, and two air-separators. The machine requires a three-phase 5.6kW (7.5hp) electric motor. Overall size is length 306cm, width 250cm, height 257cm, and throughput is 1500-2000kg per hour (wheat).
PRICE CODE: 2
SHAKING-TYPE UNPOLISHED RICE SEPARATOR
This machine requires a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor. Throughput is 850-1200kg per hour. Larger models are available.
PRICE CODE: 2
KOREA FARM MACHINE & TOOL
INDUSTRIAL CO-OP.
11-11 Dongja-Dong
Youngsan-Gu
SEOUL
KOREA
Grain purifiers also manufactured by:
DEVRAJ & CO.
Krishan Sudama Marg
Firozpur City
PUNJAB
INDIA
Cleaners (wheat/paddy) also manufactured by:
DANDEKAR MACHINE WORKS LTD
Dandekarwadi, Bhiwandi
Dist Thane
MAHARASHTRA 421 302
INDIA
Cleaners/graders also manufactured by:
BEHERE'S & UNION INDUSTRIAL
WORKS
Jeevan Prakash
Masoli
DAHANU ROAD 401602
Dist Thane
INDIACV KARYA HIDUP SENTOSA
JL. Magelang 144
YOGYAKARTA 55241
INDONESIA
ICELESS REFRIGERATOR
This cooled storage unit is not commercially available. The unit comprises an open timber frame cupboard with metal trays. Burlap is cut and fitted around the unit. Information and design can be obtained from:
ILO - SDSR
P.O. Box 60598
NAIROBI
KENYA
DOMESTIC GAS REFRIGERATOR
This is used for cooling and storing food. The unit has an electrical backup system and locking doors. It uses 8.6 litres of gas per week, and has a storage capacity of 16.8 litres. Total shelf space = 1.04m². In addition, there is extra storage space in the side of the door. Dimensions: Height 162 x width 63 x depth 63cm.
PRICE CODE: 4
KEROSENE REFRIGERATOR
The unit is filled with kerosene and lighted at the back. It can hold over 13.6 litres of kerosene which is enough for four weeks' operation. Designed for the tropics, the cooling unit is able to maintain full cooling and freezing capacities in temperatures up to 50°C. The fridge has a storage space of 0.8m² and the freezer compartment has a storage space of 0.1m². Spare parts are readily available for the refrigerator.
PRICE CODE: 4
'BEST' GAS REFRIGERATOR
This can be used for freezing and cooling foodstuffs. Full freezing performance can be maintained in temperatures of over 38°C. There is an optional flip-switch for electrical backup cooling. The cabinet is rust-resistant and has door storage. It uses 3.2kg of gas per week. In total there is 0.9m² shelf space and 0.3m² space in the freezer.
PRICE CODE: 4
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
Refrigerators also manufactured by:
T A INDUSTRIAL DIVISION
P.O. Box 3910
HARARE
ZIMBABWEQUICKFREEZE (PVT) LTD
P.O. Box 368
Southerton
HARARE
ZIMBABWE
16.1 Curd cutters
A range of stainless steel and plastic cutters are manufactured by:
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
16.2 Curd tubs
These are used for making and storing curd. They are specially designed for curd, being resistant to whey corrosion (aluminium and several plastics are not suitable), and they also insulate the product. There is a range of six sizes available, from 15 to 230 litres. Also in this range are: one plastic tub (80 litres); one enamel cauldron (27 litres) which can be placed on a gas cooker; and an enamel cauldron (27 litres) which has a heating element and a thermostat.
PRICE CODE: 1 (LARGEST = PRICE CODE 2)
CURD-MAKING SET
This contains everything needed to make curd, including a special bag for draining the curd, a bottle of rennet, a cheese culture and a description of the process.
PRICE CODE: 1
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
17.1 Cutters
Manual cutters
ROTARY CUTTER
This is used for cutting biscuits etc., and comprises a 25cm cutting wheel.
PRICE CODE: 1
GARDENERS CORPORATION
6 Doctors Lane
PB No. 299
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
CIRCLE COOKIE CUTTERS
These are made from stainless steel and can be used to cut plain or fluted shaped biscuits. Size range: Diameter 5, 6.5, 7.5, 9, 10, and 11cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
MINI BISCUIT CUTTERS
This set comprises 12 different shaped mini biscuit cutters. They are also suitable for canapes and aspic jelly.
PRICE CODE: 1
LAKELAND PLASTICS
38 Alexandra Buildings
WINDERMERE LA23 1BQ
UK
MINI BISCUIT CUTTERS
CHEESE CUTTER
This cutter has two handles to give better control when cutting cheeses.
PRICE CODE: 1
GEBR. RADEMAKER
P.O. Box 81
3640 AB MIJDECHT
NETHERLANDS
COREMASTER II
This cores and cuts fruit. The fruit is cored and simultaneously wedged leaving a neat 1.2cm diameter core which can easily be separated from the wedges. Available for 6 or 8 wedges per fruit. A WEDGEMASTER II version is also available which cuts fruit into 6, 8, 10, or 12 wedges.
PRICE CODE: 1
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD TN22 5AO2
UK
COREMASTER II
PINEAPPLE PUNCH
This hand operated machine cuts pineapples into round slices for canning.
PRICE CODE: 1
NARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
CROWN CUTTER
This hand-operated machine cuts fruit and vegetables into crown- or basket-shapes. There are three slicing rings which can cut various sizes of produce. This machine is ideal for preparing tomatoes, oranges, melons and grapefruit.
PRICE CODE: 2
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD TN22 5AO2
UK
CROWN CUTTER
TOMATO PRO 1V
This tomato slicer has a pusher-head which forces the fruit through a fixed set of blades. A choice of blade spacing is available and maintenance simply consists of a blade tension adjustment and occasional replacement. Dimensions: length 50.8 x width 25.4 x height 25.4cm. Other models available are ECONOPRO, and TOMATO PRO II.
PRICE CODE: 2
APPLE CORER AND DIVIDER
A simple metal tool that removes the core and cuts each apple into fourteen equal segments.
PRICE CODE: 1
LOBSTER KING SAFETY CUTTER
This safety opener cuts fresh or frozen lobsters and clams. With a guide adjusted for a centreline cut, the stainless steel blade splits the shell so that the flesh can be easily removed in one piece. When fitted with the 1.3cm chopping board on the platform, the Lobster King can also cut pineapple, cabbage, root vegetables and cheese. Dimensions: 50.8 x 30.5cm.
A MINI LOBSTER KING version is also available.
PRICE CODE: 2
All the above from:
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD TN22 5AO2
UK
TATER KING SCOOPER
This hand-operated scoop skins and wedges potatoes easily and quickly. Cooked potatoes are halved then scooped to obtain four uniform wedges per half for deep frying or roasting.
PRICE CODE: 1
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD TN22 5AO2
UK
ROOT CROP STRIP-CUTTER
This cutter may be used for cutting root crops into french-fry sticks. It is provided with two sets of horizontal-cutting blade assemblies to cut peeled root crops. The machine is driven by a pedal mechanism utilizing the chain and pedals of a normal bicycle. Throughput is 86kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 2
VISAYAS STATE COLLEGE OF
AGRICULTURE
8 Lourdes St
PASAY CITY 3129
PHILIPPINES
CABBAGE CUTTER
This cutter slices cabbage and other firm fruit and vegetables, using serrated stainless steel knife blades. The vegetable is placed in the wooden tray and the knife box is pushed over it. Length 53 x width 20cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
FRENCH-FRY CUTTER
This cuts potatoes into thin french-fry chips. Two sizes are possible: regular or shoestring. The potato is placed inside the machine and the handle is pressed downwards. The machine has a rust resistant, tin plated body with a plastic base. Throughput is 25 regular or 49 shoestring per cut. Length 22.9 x width 7.6cm. A spiral cut french-fry cutter is also available.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
BREAD DIVIDER
This cuts dough into small pieces or balls prior to baking. Dough is placed in a circular steel ring under cutting blades. The top is pressed down and the dough is cut to form round balls of equal shape and size.
PRICE CODE: 1
KLAUY NAM THAI THOW OP
1505 07 Rama 4 Rd. Wangmai
Patumwan
BANGKOK 10330
THAILAND
Powered cutters
KOMET CRUSHER
This cutting machine can reduce the size of nuts, kernels or copra. It works like a pair of scissors, cutting the material without loss of oil, which would otherwise occur through milling, chopping, tearing or squeezing. The machine can also be used to crush the residue after the first pressing. Power requirements: 220/380V, 150Hz, 1.1kW (1.5hp) 1410rpm, (V-belt drive). The unit can be driven by petrol/diesel or from a tractor output shaft. Throughput is 100/300kg per hour. Dimensions: length 100 x width 40 x height 50cm.
PRICE CODE: 3
IBG MONFORTS + REINERS GMBH & CO.
Postfach 20 08 53
Monchengladbach 2 D4050 GERMANY
CHIPPER RCII
This machine cuts potatoes into chips, with a choice of ten sizes. The standard equipment includes one universal rotor and one knife block, together with a built-in hopper and safety switch. The unit is powered by a 0.25kW (0.3hp) motor, and throughput is 1500kg per hour. Dimensions: 53 x 36 x 68cm.
PRICE CODE: 4
CRYPTO PEERLESS LTD
Bordesley Green Road
BIRMINGHAM B9 4UA
UK
LIME QUARTERING MACHINE
This can be used to quarter and prepare limes. The machine has four circular knives, driven by four 0.19kW (0.25hp) motors, which rotate at 650rpm in the same direction towards the centre. The feeder is available in the following sizes; 3.8, 5.1, 6.4, 7.6cm diameter, to accommodate limes of different sizes. Throughput: 1016kg sour limes per shift.
PRICE CODE: 3
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
R2 CUTTER, SLICER, JUICER
This model has three different attachments: the cutter attachment is suitable for chopping, mixing and blending operations; the slicer attachments are available with eight different discs; and the juicer has two different sized cones. The machine has a 0.19kW (0.25hp) single-phase motor and requires a 110/220V, 50Hz electricity supply. Bowl capacity: 2 litres. Dimensions: 39.6 x 21.3 x 36.5cm. An additional machine, MODEL 17, can be used for cutting, slicing, shredding, and grating.
R2 CUTTER, SLICER, JUICER
PRICE CODE: 2
SPANGENBERG BV
Grootkeuken Professionals
De Limiet 26
4124 PG VIANEN
NETHERLANDS
DOUGH CUTTER
This machine cuts dough into 18-36 portions, each weighing 20-100g. Dimensions: 50 x 60 cm.
PRICE CODE: 2
MAQUINARIA OVERENA S.A. DE C.V.
Av. Division del Norte 2894
Col Parque San Andres
MEXICO DF 04040
MEXICO
CUTTING, SLICING, SHREDDING, MODEL 17
This machine can cut, slice, shred, and grate (using different discs).
PRICE CODE: 3
WODSCHOW & CO. A/S
Industrisvinget 6
Postbox 10
2605 BROENDBY
DENMARK
FOOD CUTTER
This can be used for cutting meat and vegetables. Two models are available: FC14 and FC19. The FC14 has a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor with a capacity of 2-3kg, whilst the FC19 has a 0.75kW (1 hp) motor and a capacity of 67kg. Both have trimming boards and an aluminium body.
PRICE CODE: 4
CRYPTO PEERLESS LTD
Bordesley Green Road
BIRMINGHAM B9 4UA
UK
Steam cutters
PLAIN UNCAPPING KNIVES
These remove wax layers from uncapped honey cells. They are the bent-handle type with a blade length of either 25 or 30cm. The knives should be periodically placed in boiling water to aid uncapping.
PRICE CODE: 1
PUFF, STEFAN GMBH
Neuholdaugasse 36
8011 Graz
AUSTRIA
PLAIN 254MM HONEY KNIFE
This is used for uncapping small amounts of honey comb. Weight 0.91kg.
PRICE CODE: 1
DADANT & SONS INC.
Hamilton
IL 62341
USA
UNCAPPING KNIVE
This knive is steam-heated and has a 25cm blade.
PRICE CODE: 1
STUART ECROYD BEE SUPPLIES
P.O. Box 5056
Papanui
Christchurch 5
NEW ZEALAND
Steam-heated knives also manufactured by:
PENDER BEEKEEPING SUPPLIES PTY. LTD
17 Gardiner Street
Rutherford
NSW 2320
AustraliaB.J. ENGINEERING
Swallow Ridge
Hatfield
NORTON
Worcester WR5 2PZ
UKHONNINGCENTRALEN A/L
Ostensjoveien 19
0661 Oslo 6
NORWAY
17.2 Slicers
SHREDDER/SLICER
This can be used for fruit and vegetables. It comprises a series of stainless steel blades, a plastic body and a 'finger-safe' food pusher. The slices can be wafer thin, medium or thick, and the shreds can be one of two thicknesses.
PRICE CODE: 1
EGG SLICER
This slices eggs in the conventional way, with the advantage of being hand-held.
PRICE CODE: 1
THREE-DRUM FOOD MILL
This hand-operated grater, slicer and shredder has a stainless steel rotary drum for each operation. It can be used right- or left-handed.
PRICE CODE: 1
LAKELAND PLASTICS
38 Alexandra buildings
WINDERMERE
LA23 1BQ
UK
VEGETABLE SLICER VS-2
This is used for slicing soft and semi-soft vegetables. It can cut up to 35 slices, 0.32cm thick. A safety shield is included which can be removed for cleaning. Weight: 10kg.
PRICE CODE: 2
ONION KING II
This slicer is used for slicing onions and other firm produce. The produce is positioned under the puller head, and with one swift pull, the whole item is sliced. Variations on this model are available.
PRICE CODE: 2
MITCHELL & COOPER LTD
Framfield Road
UCKFIELD
TN22 5AO2
UK
FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SLICER
This slicer can be used for most fruits and vegetables. The thickness of slices can be adjusted.
PRICE CODE: 1
NARANGS CORPORATION
25/90 Connaught Place
Below Madras Hotel
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
ELLIOT HAND-OPERATED SLICER
This slices pineapple into a hollow cylinder shape for canning. The cored pineapple fruits are fed by hand to a V-block, located underneath the cutting assembly. When the pineapple fruit rests on the knife assembly, it passes through a series of slots which cut the pineapple cylinder into slices. Throughput: 600-720 pineapple fruits per hour. Dimensions: 91 x 61 x 168cm.
PRICE CODE: 3
ELLIOT HAND-OPERATED SLICER
FMC CORPORATION
Machinery international Division
P.O. Box 1178
SAN JOSE
California 95108
USA
BEAN SLICER
This slicer cuts beans from end to end into strips. Beans are fed into the hopper and the handle is turned. Three blades are housed in the slicer, and as the beans are sliced they become tenderized, improving the flavour. The machine will clamp to any surface between 3.8 and 3.5cm. Height: 9.5cm
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636 USA
POTATO CHIPPER
This potato chipper can be mounted on a bench or on a pedestal. Chipping is done by means of a hand-operated lever that presses the potato. The chipper is available in either a heavy- or light-duty version.
PRICE CODE: 1
MITCHELL AND JOHNSON PVT LTD
P.O. Box 966
BULAWAYO
ZIMBABWE
Manual slicing equipment also manufactured by:
GARDENERS CORPORATION
6 Doctors Lane
PB No. 299
NEW DELHI 110 001
INDIA
R 301 ULTRA PROCESSOR
This multi-purpose preparation machine slices, dices, shreds, grates, kneads and emulsifies. The cutting and mixing tools are optional extras. It uses a 220V, 50Hz single-phase electricity supply.
PRICE CODE: 2
SPANGENBERG BV
Grootkeuken Professionals
De Limiet 26
4124 PG VIANEN
NETHERLANDS
GRAVITY-FEED SLICERS
This range of meat slicers comprises three models, each with different blade size. GS22 has a 20cm blade, the GS25 has a 25cm blade and the GS30 has a 30cm blade. All models have a slice adjustment of 0-0.15cm, built-in knife sharpeners, and are belt-driven with a manual-feed carriage.
PRICE CODE: 3
CRYPTO PEERLESS LTD
Bordesley Green Road
BIRMINGHAM
B9 4UA
UK
BREAD SLICING MACHINE
A 36-blade arrangement, powered by a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor, slices loaves up to 33cm in length. Throughput is 450 loaves per hour. Size range: Mini, medium, heavy.
PRICE CODE: 2
BREAD SLICING MACHINE
BIJOY ENGINEERS
Mini Industrial Estate
P.O. Arimpur, Trichur District
KERALA 680 620
INDIA
Bread slicers also manufactured by:
SUPREMA EQUIP PARA IND DE PANIFICA
Estrada Municipal SMR 340
N 532/600 Jardim Boa Vista
SUMARE SP
BRAZILKLAUY NAM THAI THOW OP
1505 07 Rama 4 Rd. Wangmai
Patumwan
BANGKOK 10330
THAILAND
VEGETABLE SLICING MACHINE
This machine includes a 0.37kW (0.5hp) motor and reduction gear. The cutting knives are mounted on metal holders and rotate in a cast aluminium hopper. Vegetables are fed into the hopper, sliced, and then fall onto a removable stainless steel tray. Width 46 x Depth 69cm.
PRICE CODE: 3
THAKAR EQUIPMENT COMPANY
66 Okhla Industrial Estate
NEW DELHI 110 020
INDIA
HALLDE RG 100
This general-purpose slicer can be used for slicing, dicing, shredding, chopping and grating. It has a wide feed opening to minimize the need for pre-cutting. Long products such as cucumbers can be fed through a large feed tube for continuous cutting. There is a 0.25kW (0.3hp) motor which uses a 240V electricity supply. Cutting tools (made from stainless steel) for slicing, dicing, or grating are also available. Throughput: 300kg vegetables per hour. Dimensions: 42.5 x 22.3 x 59.5cm.
PRICE CODE: 3
SPANGENBERG BV
Grootkeuken Professionals
De Limiet 26
4124 PG VIANEN
NETHERLANDS
R 301 ULTRA PROCESSOR
This multi-purpose preparation machine slices, dices, shreds, grates, kneads and emulsifies. The cutting and mixing tools are optional extras. It uses a 220V, 50Hz single phase electricity supply.
PRICE CODE: 2
ROBOT COUPE
10 Rue Charles Delescuze
BP 135
BAGNOLET 93170
FRANCE
17.3 Dicing equipment
ROOT CROP CUBER/SORTER
This machine uses pre-sliced roots at 1.25cm thickness as the raw material for cubing. The pre-slicing is done using a simple hand-operated cutter. Throughput: 150kg per hour.
PRICE CODE: 1
ROOT CROP CUBER/SORTER
VISAYAS STATE COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE
8 Lourdes St
PASAY CITY 3129
PHILIPPINES
RAW PAP-AYA CUBING MACHINE
This machine dices papaya for further processing. The machine is fitted with a die and a punch to give 0.6cm cubes. It uses two rollers, one acting as the cubing roller and the other as a plain type. It is fitted with a 0.75hp (0.56kW) three-phase motor and gear reduction box. Other versions available: Pedal (50kg per hour), power operated (125kg per hour).
PRICE CODE: 2
RAYLONS METAL WORKS
Kondivitta Lane
Andheri-Kurla Road
BOMBAY 400 059
INDIA
CREAM WHIPPER/DECORATOR
This hand-operated machine whips and pipes cream. It comes complete with five nozzle attachments for piping and garnishing. Total capacity: 0.25 litres whipped cream.
PRICE CODE: 1
MULTI-COLOUR ICING GUN
This machine comprises a dispensing head with separate reservoirs for different coloured icing sugars. There is also a lightweight icing gun for single-handed operation. The set contains six different sized nozzles.
PRICE CODE: 1
BISCUIT STAMPS
This set adds decorative detail to baked products. The small hand-held ceramic stamps leave an impression when pressed onto a shortbread or biscuit mixture. Four designs are available: rose, thistle, celtic cross, or dragon.
PRICE CODE: 1
LAKELAND PLASTICS
38 Alexandra Buildings
WINDERMERE LA23 1BQ
UK
BISCUIT STAMPS
Lake/and Plastics also manufacture the following equipment:
COMPLETE BISCUIT MAKER
TALA FLOWERS
ICING SETS
Manual decorticators
UNATA 5200
This hand-operated combined decorticator and winnower has a built-in ventilator which separates the pellicles from the kernels directly. Throughput: 90kg per hour. Dimensions: 125 x 75 x 48 cm.
PRICE CODE: 2
UNATA 5202 PEANUT DECORTICATOR
This decorticates and winnows in one process. Peanut pods are brought in via a funnel and broken by the pressure generated between a rotating drum and a counter drum composed of simple metal bars. When the hulls are broken, a fan separates them from the nuts. Throughput: 60-120kg per hour. Manual and motor-driven models are available.
PRICE CODE: 2
UNION FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE
G. Van den Heuvelstraat 131
3140
RAMSEL
BELGIUM
Manual decorticators
Commodity |
Country |
Manufacturer |
Equipment name |
Price code |
Throughput (kg per hour) |
Other information |
Maize
|
Belgium |
Ateliers Albert & Co. SA |
CORN-SHELLER R250 |
2 |
250-300 |
Optional electric power |
Union for Appropriate Technical Assistance |
UNATA 5200 |
2 |
90 |
|
||
India |
Dandekar Brothers-Engineers |
HAND-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
|
|
|
Cossul & Co. Pvt Ltd |
HAND MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
37-50 |
|
||
HAND & POWER-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
100-120 |
Throughput with power is 200-300kg per hour |
|||
Rajan Universal Exports (MFRS) Ltd |
MAIZE SHELLER MASTER |
1 |
35-2500 |
Other models are available |
||
Ghana |
Agricultural Engineers Ltd |
HAND-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
250 |
|
|
Japan |
Cecoco |
CORN SHELLER |
2 |
100-150 |
|
|
CORN SHELLER |
2 |
300-350 |
|
|||
Liberia |
Agro Machinery Ltd |
HAND-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
250 |
|
|
HANDY MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
50-120 |
|
|||
Malawi |
Ministry of Agriculture |
CHITEDZE HAND-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
30 |
|
|
Nigeria |
Institute for Agricultural Research |
MAIZE SHELLER, MANUAL |
1 |
13-49 |
Commercially unavailable |
|
Philippines |
Agricultural Mechanization Development Programme |
ITA CORN SHELLER |
1 |
22-30 |
|
|
Tanzania |
Tanzania Engineering & Manufacturing Design Organization |
MAIZE SHELLER |
2 |
500 |
Has capacity for tractor power |
|
UK |
Alvan Blanch Development Co. Ltd |
MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
50 |
|
|
USA |
Almaco |
MANUAL EAR CORN SHELLER |
1 |
100 |
|
|
Lehman Hardware & Appliances Inc. |
CORN OFF |
1 |
|
|
||
Zimbabwe |
G. North & Son (Pvt) Ltd |
HAND-DRIVEN MEALIE SHELLER |
1 |
|
Sheller weighs 6kg |
|
Multi Spray Systems |
HAND-OPERATED MAIZE SHELLER |
1 |
|
Sheller weighs 200g |
||
Groundnuts (Peanuts) |
India |
Dandekar Brothers-Engineers |
BABY STYLE GROUNDNUT DECORTICATOR |
1 |
50 |
Can be electrically operated using 0.75kW motor |
Belgium |
Union for Appropriate Technical Assistance |
UNATA 5202 PEANUT DECORTICATOR |
2 |
60-120 |
Other manual and motor driven models are available |
|
Philippines |
Agricultural Mechanization Development Programme |
AMDP HAND-OPERATED PEANUT SHELLER |
1 |
18-20 |
Can be converted to pedal drive |
|
Cashew nuts |
Thailand |
Department of Agriculture |
CASHEW NUT SHELLER |
1 |
|
|
Walnuts |
USA |
RR Mill Inc. |
BELLCORN SHELLER |
1 |
|
Also shells dry ear corn |
Lehman Hardware & Appliances Inc. |
NUT CRACKER |
1 |
|
Also cracks other small nuts |
||
Peas |
USA |
Lehman Hardware & Appliances Inc. |
TEXAS PEA SHELLER |
1 |
|
Shells dream, blackeye, and purple hull peas. Can also be motorized |
Longan fruits |
Thailand |
Chiangmai Commerce Organization |
LONGAN HULLER |
1 |
|
|
Cocoa |
UK |
John Gordon & Co. Engineers Ltd |
COCO BREAKING/WINNOWING SYSTEM |
2 |
|
Machine can be supplied with electric motors |
Coffee |
UK |
John Gordon &Co. Engineers Ltd |
NO. 10 AFRICA HULLER |
2 |
36 |
Can also shell dry cherry (22kg/h) |
BUKOBA COFFEE HULLER |
2 |
9 |
Shells dry and parchment |
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Rice |
Japan |
Cecoco |
TWO-MAN HAND HULLER |
2 |
250 |
Also hulls sunflower seeds (10-150kg/h) |
HAND RICE POLISHER |
1 |
10-15 |
Power drive available |
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UK |
John Gordon & Co. Engineers Ltd |
JAVA RICE HULLER |
1 |
14 |
|
|
UK |
Alvan Blanch Development Co. Ltd |
HAND HULLER |
1 |
15 |
|
Powered decorticators
Commodity |
Country |
Manufacturer |
Equipment name |
Throughput kg per hour |
Price code |
Power (kW) |
Maize |
Brazil |
Messrs. Laredo |
CORN HUSKER/SHELLER |
60 |
2 |
1.5 |
Colombia |
Penagos Hermanos & CIA. Ltda |
MAIZE SHELLER |
300-600 |
3 |
0.3 |
|
Ghana |
Agricultural Engineers Ltd |
HANDY MAIZE SHELLER |
50-120 |
2 |
|
|
India |
Mohinder & Co. Allied Industries |
MAIZE SHELLER |
1000-1500 |
3 |
2.2 |
|
Rajan Universal Exports (MFRS) Ltd |
MAIZE SHELLER |
400-600 |
3 |
1.5 |
||
Japan |
Cecoco |
CORN SHELLER |
250-300 |
3 |
3.7 |
|
Nigeria |
Institute for Agricultural Research |
MAIZE DEHUSKER/SHELLER |
300-400 |
2 |
3 |
|
Grains (varioum |
Belgium |
Union for Appropriate Technical Assistance |
DECORTICATOR |
50-150 |
2 |
|
Zimbabwe |
ENDA Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd |
MINI DEHULLERS |
|
4 |
|
|
Groundnuts (Peanuts) |
India |
Dandekar Brothers (Engineers & Co) |
'BABY STYLE' GROUNDNUT DECORTICATING MACHINE |
50 |
2 |
0.7 |
Japan |
Cecoco |
PEANUT HUSKER/SHELLER |
40-50 |
2 |
|
|
Nigeria |
Institute for Agricultural Research |
GROUNDNUT AND COWPEA SHELLER |
250 |
3 |
2.5 |
|
Palm nuts |
Ghana |
Agricultural Engineers Ltd |
PALM NUTCRACKER |
300-500 |
2 |
3.7 |
India |
Rajan Universal Exports (MFRS) P Ltd |
MOBILE PALM OIL NUT CRACKER |
500 |
2 |
1.1 |
|
Pulses (various) |
India |
Dandekar Machine Works Ltd |
DAL SCOURER |
750-950 |
3 |
3.7 |
Gardeners Corporation |
PEA HULLERS |
|
3 |
0.7 |
||
Japan |
Cecoco |
BEAN DEHUSKING & SPLITTING MACHINE |
180-240 |
3 |
3.7 |
|
Sunflower seeds |
UK |
Lewis C. Grant Ltd |
SUNFLOWER HULLER No. 15D |
1250 |
4 |
4.1 |
Sorghum/millet |
Botswana |
Rural Industries Innovation Centre |
TSHILO/DEHULLER (SORGHUM DEHULLER) |
|
1 |
|
Rice |
India |
Dandekar Machine Works Ltd Devraj & Company |
RUBBER ROLL SEALER |
900-1100 |
3 |
2.2 |
RUBBER ROLL SHELLER |
|
2 |
2-5 |
|||
EMERY CONE POLISHER |
300 |
3 |
3.7 |
|||
DEVRAJ DISC POLISHER |
350-400 |
3 |
7.5 |
|||
JM5 (V BELT) TYPE |
500-700 |
2 |
3.7 |
|||
JM5 (KING) GEAR TYPE |
800-1000 |
3 |
3.7 |
|||
Kisan Krishi Yantra Udyog |
CENTRIFUGAL PADDY DEHUSKER |
400-500 |
3 |
1.5 |
||
RUBBER ROLL SHELLER WITH HUSK ASPIRATOR |
500-700 |
3 |
3.7 |
|||
Northern India Flour Millers Corporation |
MODERN RICE HULLER |
200-300 |
3 |
3.7 |
||
Japan |
Cecoco |
HORIZONTAL ABRASIVE ROLL TYPE RICE POLISHER |
300-1200 |
4 |
3.7 |
|
AUTO RUBBER ROLL RICE HULLER |
360 |
4 |
0.4 |
|||
Thailand |
Ruang Thong Machinery Lp. |
RUANG THONG RICE HULLER |
50 |
2 |
1.5-2.2 |
|
100 |
2 |
3-3.7 |
||||
200 |
3 |
6 |
||||
PIN THONG RICE MILL |
200-250 |
3 |
9 |
|||
UK |
Lewis C. Grant Ltd |
HULLER WITH FABRICATED STAND 2C |
230-260 |
3 |
11 |
|
2C HULLER COMBINE |
230-260 |
3 |
11 |
|||
NO. 2 MAIZE HULLER |
180 |
3 |
11-15 |
|||
1 RICE HULLER & POLISHER |
230-290 |
4 |
11 |
|||
Mackies Pty Ltd |
BON ACCORD RICE HULLERS |
80-130 |
3 |
3.7-4.5 |
||
|
300-400 |
3 |
6.7-8.9 |
|||
Coffee |
Brazil |
INCOBI |
RICE AND COFFEE PROCESSOR |
|
2 |
3 |
India |
Kemajuan |
HULLER E303 |
100-250 |
2 |
3.7 |
|
Rajan Universal Exports (MFRS) Ltd |
COFFEE HULLER |
125-185 |
2 |
3.7 |
||
UK |
Denlab International (UK) Ltd |
COFFEE HULLER AH4 |
210 |
3 |
3.7 |
|
John Gordon & Co. (Engineers) Ltd |
AFRICA HULLERS |
700 |
4 |
15 |
||
Lewis C. Grant Ltd |
NO. 5 AFRICA HULLER |
114-173 |
4 |
2.2-3 |
||
Mackies Pty Ltd |
MACS AFRICA HULLERS |
170 |
3 |
2.2-3 |
||
325 |
3 |
4.5-6 |
'Baby style' groundnut decorticator
Lehman nutcracker
2C Huller combine
UNATA 5202 peanut decorticator
'Texas' pea sheller
No. 5 Africa Huller
These pieces of equipment are used for the moulding and forming of specific products such as bread, biscuits, pies and confectionery.
'TRIPLEX' COOKIE FORMER
This deposit and high-speed wire-cutting machine enables a wide range of biscuits to be produced. All operating controls are located on one side of the machine. Machine speed, feed run speed, length of wire stroke and band height are adjustable while the machine is running. A clutch is provided to disconnect the wire cutting mechanism while running continuous bar goods. The wire-cutting mechanism can make up to 250 cuts per minute.
PRICE CODE: 4
BAKER PERKINS
Westwood Works
Westfield Road
PETERBOROUGH
UK
CHERRY PITTER
This plastic, hand-operated pitter removes the stones from cherries. A punch action forces the stone through the cherry and into a waste container. The cherry is left with a small hole in the centre and drops into a separate bowl. The unit clamps to any surface between 1.6 and 4.1cm thick. Throughput is 2520 cherries per hour. Height: 19cm.
Other models include the Traditional Cherry Pitter and the Faster Cherry Pitter.
PRICE CODE: 1
CHERRY PITTER
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron
OHIO 44636
USA
Similar models, but motor-driven rather than manual, are also available from Lehman Hardware.
Manufacturers of glassware for distillation:
QVF/CORNING PROCESS SYSTEMS
Corning Ltd
STONE
Staffordshire
ST15 OBG
UK
23.1 Solar dryers
Drying foods in the sun is probably the oldest method of food preservation. At the simplest level, the food is spread on the ground or on mats, and the moisture at or near the surface of the food is heated and vaporized by heat from the sun and ambient air. However, there are a number of disadvantages with sun drying. These include: the intermittent nature of solar energy throughout the day and different times of the year; the possible contamination of the food material by dirt, or insects; exposure to the elements (such as rain and wind), causing spoilage and losses; and the exposure of the crops to rats, chickens and other pests.
Most solar dryers incorporate a platform, raised above the ground, and often some kind of covering to combat the problems mentioned above. The purchase of a solar dryer may require a high capital investment initially, but it is argued that the gains from producing a higher-quality product will quickly offset these costs. A careful assessment of the requirements of the producer is therefore necessary to establish whether higher income can be obtained from better quality products. Solar dryers may be more suitable if processing high value foods rather than low-value staple crops. In addition, the introduction of combination solar/fuel fired dryers may be a desirable option to overcome the problems of intermittent sunshine that often adversely affects solar drying.
SOLAR FOOD AND CROP DRYER
This dryer is not commercially available. Two wooden boxes are made, one to fit inside the other. The inner box should have a 6cm gap all the way around for holding insulation. A few trays, with mesh bases are required to hold the material for drying, and ventilation holes are required all around the sides of the box. Plastic sheeting is used to form a clear lid over the dryer which retains heat inside the unit. Dimensions: 2.6 x 1.2 x 0.4m. Information available from:
ILO - SDSR
P.O. Box 60598
NAIROBI
KENYA
FORCED CONVECTION SOLAR CROP DRYER
This dryer is not commercially available. It has a centrifugal/axial flow fan to blow air through the drying chambers. Gas, electric and firewood heaters are also available for combination dryers. Information from:
INSTITUTE FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH
Samaru, Ahmadu Bello Uni
PmB 1044
ZARIA
NIGERIA
TRIPLE PASS SOLAR COLLECTOR/DRYER
This dryer can be Used for cereals and tubers and consists of a flat plate collector, drying cabinet and dehumidification chamber. These units result in high heat-gain through the collector, and sustained and Uniform drying for both day and night-time.
PRICE CODE: 2
TRIPLE PASS SOLAR COLLECTOR/DRYER
DEHUMIDIFIED AIR SOLAR-HEATED TRAY DRYER
This dryer comprises several built-in modules each consisting of a flat plate collector, dehumidification chamber and drying cabinet. All major components are detachable and so can be added to, increasing the overall capacity. A wind-operated suction pump draws air through, and temperatures of up to 90°C can be reached. Throughput: 200kg (fish), in four days.
PRICE CODE: 3
DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERING
Faculty of Engineering
University of Nigeria
NSUKKA
NIGERIA
DEHUMIDIFIED AIR SOLAR-HEATED TRAY DRYER
Solar dryers also manufactured by:
SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION DIVISION
Pakistan Research Council of
Scientific & Industrial Research
39 Garden Rd
KARACHI 0310
PAKISTANM/S DALTRADE (NIG) Ltd
Plot 45 Chalawa Indust. Est.
P.O. Box 377
KANO
NIGERIA
23.2 Fuel-fired dryers
CARDAMOM DRYER
This machine comprises a drying bin, and a heating chamber powered by an electric fan which requires motors, 0.55kW (0.74hp) 1500rpm single-phase. The heaters require 8kW. Capacity: 1000kg per charge. Dimensions: 930 x 350 x 250cm.
The cardamon dryer is not commercially available. Information from:
CARDAMOM DRYER
TANZANIA ENGINEERING & MANUFACTURING DESIGN ORGANIZATION
P.O. Box 6111
ARUSHA
TANZANIA
KILN DRYER
This kiln dryer comprises a drying bin, furnace, and air circulatory systems, and will run continuously for 24 hours. It is used to dry onions at a throughput of 3.3 tonnes/3 days. Dimensions: 360 x 327 x 488cm.
PRICE CODE: 4
FOREST PRODUCTS & RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
Officer in Charge, Packaging Prg
LAGUNA
PHILIPPINES
DRYER
A general-purpose dryer (for paddy and other grains) can be manufactured locally. The power source can be a petrol/kerosene engine, electric motor or a rice-husk burner. This dryer is not commercially available. Capacity: 1 tonne.
INTERNATIONAL RICE RESEARCH INSTITUTE
PHILIPPINES
BATCH DRYER
A rice dryer, based on an IRRI design, uses a 3hp (2.2kW) petrol engine or a 1.5kW (2hp) motor to drive a 47cm diameter vane-axial type fan and to supplement heating. Primary heat is provided by a rice-hull furnace or kerosene burner. There is an automatic safety burner shut-off mechanism. The weight (without engine) of the burner and fan is 40kg. Airflow is 1800 cfm at 2200 rpm, with a static pressure of 20mm water. Temperature: 43°C. Fuel consumption: 0.75 litres per hour petrol + 2.0 litres per hour kerosene or 3.4kg/h rice-hull. Drying bin dimensions: Length 277cm, width 190cm, height 92cm. Drying rate 23% moisture (w.b.) paddy (1 tonne) to 14% in 5-6 hours.
PRICE CODE: 3
VERTICAL BIN BATCH DRYER
This rice dryer is constructed of wood and steel and uses a 2.2kW (3hp) motor or a 3.7kW (5hp) engine. Heat is supplied by a kerosene burner. Consumption: 1.5 litres per hour petrol + 2.7 litres per hour kerosene. Air at 43°C is blown by the blower (2000 rpm) through a grain bed 46cm thick at a flow rate of 1612 cubic metres per hour (3600 cfm) and 3cm water static pressure. Weight with engine: 364kg. Dimensions: length 344cm, width 173cm, height 158cm. Capacity: 2 tonnes paddy per load. Drying rate: 2% per hour.
PRICE CODE: 3
JCCE INDUSTRIES
242 Mayondon
Los Banos
LAGUNA
PHILIPPINES
MULTI-CROP DRYER, TILTING BED TYPE
This tilting bed dryer is manually-operated and uses rice husk as a fuel. The 1500 rpm multi-vane centrifugal fan gives an airflow of 3500cfm. In addition, a fixed-flat bed type is available (Model FS 35).
PRICE CODE: 2
MULTI-CROP DRYER, FIXED TWIN-BED TYPE
This dryer is indirectly heated from rice husk. It comprises a burner, blower and two holding beds totalling 90-100 cavans. Each bed can be operated simultaneously or alternately. Model FD50 has a capacity of 45-50 cavans/bed x 2. Throughput: 1517 cavans per hour. Size range: 30-35 cavans/bed x 2. (Model FD35)
PRICE CODE: 0
MARINAS MACHINERY
MANUFACTURING CO. INC.
Rizal Street
Pila
LAGUNA
PHILIPPINES
TRAY DRYER
This dryer has proved successful in drying many products, particularly the higher value foods such as fruit and herbs.
It consists of sixteen trays, each measuring 3ft by 4ft. The capacity of the dryer varies according to the product being dried, but as an example, it will dry 300-400kg of herbs (net weight) per day.
The heat source can be powered by diesel, gas or electric. The dryer requires 1200 cubic feet of hot air per minute.
Work is continuing on the dryer in an effort to reduce the cost of the forced hot air system.
Plans, construction guide and a video (in Spanish) are all available from ITDG.
ITDG
Myson House
Railway Terrace
RUGBY
Warwickshire CV21 3HT
UK
Fuel fired dryers also manufactured by:
ARMFIELD TECHNICAL EDUCATION CO. LTD
Bridge House
West Street
RINGWOOD BH24 1DY
UKCECOCO
P.O. Box 8
Ibaraki City
Osaka 567
JAPANTECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
S & T Comm'n of Liaoning Province
1-2 San Hao Street
He Ping District
SHENYANG
CHINAAGRICULTURAL MECHANIZATION
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME
AMDP, CEAT, UP Los Banos College
LAGUNA, 4031
PHILIPPINESC.V. KARYA HIDUP SENTOSA
Jl. Magelang 144
YOGYAKARTA, 55241
INDONESIAP.T. RUTAN MACHINERY TRADING CO.
P.O. Box 319
SURABAYA
INDONESIA
23.3 Electric dryers
SUN PANTRY OVEN DRYER
This drier is designed for small-scale drying, and uses heat from an oven (temperature range of 41°71°C). The individual trays can also be used for sun-drying. The dryer is made from hardwood and comes with four drying trays which have aluminium screens, covered in acrylic for safe contact with the food. Drying space: 4955cm². Dimensions: height 17 x weight 43 x depth 33cm.
PRICE CODE: 1
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron, OHIO 44636
USA
DRYER
This electric or gas dryer, can be made to order. It is made of stainless steel and has double doors at the front.
PRICE CODE: 2-3
KLAUY NAM THAI THOW OP
1505 07 Rama 4 Rd. Wangmai
Patumwan
BANGKOK 10330
THAILAND
Electric dryers also manufactured by:
LEHMAN HARDWARE & APPLIANCES INC.
P.O. Box 41
4779 Kidron Road
Kidron, OHIO 44636
USA
23.4 Vacuum dryers
ROTARY VACUUM DRYERS
This vacuum dryer is suitable for producing granular, powdery materials. It has a capacity of 250 litres and gives low temperature, uniform drying.
PRICE CODE: 4
DALAL ENGINEERING PVT LTD
36-37 Jolly Maker Chambers II
Nariman Point
BOMBAY 400 021
INDIA
23.5 Spray dryers
SPRAY DRYER
This dryer produces powdered foods and is designed for product testing or small-scale production of high-value foods. The concentrate feed-rate may be varied using a peristaltic pump, and the temperature of the drying air is controlled by a 3kW heater.
PRICE CODE: 4
ARMFIELD TECHNICAL EDUCATION CO LTD
Bridge House
West Street
RINGWOOD BH24 1DY
UK
These continuous machines are used to coat foods in chocolate, batter or other coating materials. The food passes on a wire conveyor belt through a curtain of coating material.
PRE-BOTTOMING ENROBER
This pre-bottoming enrober will handle all types of chocolate and other coating substances and is complete with an automatic tempering system. The main body of the machine is made from stainless steel. It comes complete with water cooled table/tables and band drive. All electrical controls are built into the machine. During operation untempered chocolate is held in the lower tank and is pumped by the vertical screw through the tempering tube to the stirred bottomed bath.
PRICE CODE: 4
BAKER PERKINS
Westwood Works
Westfield Road
PETERBOROUGH
UK
Enrobers also manufactured by:
SOLLICH GMBH & CO. KG
D-4902
BAD SALZUFLEN
GERMANYROBINSONS OF DERBY
DERBY
UK
Pre-bottoming enrober
Plate evaporators are used in the process of evaporation. They are designed to minimize residence time at processing temperatures and thus minimize damage to heat-sensitive products.
Plate evaporators are expensive and are not recommended for most small-scale processing operations.
Plate evaporators are available from:
APV EVAPORATORS
APV Company Ltd
CRAWLEY
West Sussex
UK