Continuous processors replace multistep batch mixing process

Cut cleaning time

Jun 9th, 2019
Readco Kurimoto sanitary continuous processors
Readco Kurimoto sanitary continuous processors

Readco Kurimoto sanitary continuous processors mix multiple ingredients to speed the production of chocolate candies and confections with creams, nut butters and other ingredients in their centers. Offering uninterrupted, 24/7 operation, the self-cleaning processors mix and blend fruits, nuts, sugars, cheeses, cookie doughs, flavors, and other wet and dry ingredients as a homogeneous product with dark, milk, semisweet and other types of chocolate. The USDA- and optional 3-A-compliant stainless-steel processors come with one-piece, removable shafts and end plates.

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