Preconditioning is valuable to many extrusion processes.

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By heating, mixing and hydrating the materials beforehand, the shear required within the extrusion process is reduced, flavour and texture developed, and wear decreased. Output increases of up to 30% can be expected.

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Further useful effects may include delicate and controlled denaturing of protein structures, destruction or deactivation of undesirable enzymes, and modifications of starches to improve functionality and improve processability.

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This can also increase the efficiency of the extruder, its output, and can optimise the final product as expansion is easier to control.

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Injection of liquid protein sources, colour and flavour is also facilitated, improving the perception and quality of the product.

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Extrusion-Link can offer preconditioners for outputs of 100-15,000kg/hr.

 

Key benefits

• Optimisation of extruder process.

• Greater range of materials can be used.

• Discharge temperature measurement and diversion chute ensure only optimum feed material enters the extruder.

• Twin shaft with adjustable paddles.

• Hygienic design with multiple access doors ensures easy cleaning.

• Safety interlocked for operator safety.

• Short delivery.

• Very competitive price

• Compatible with our EL range of extruders and as an addition to existing lines.