In the food industry, the mixing or kneading system plays a key role in achieving a homogeneous, stable and high-quality final product.The geometry of the paddles, the movement inside the bowl and the intensity of the process directly influence texture, ingredient distribution and product integrity.
FUERPLA develops different mixing technologies designed to meet a wide range of production requirements in the food industry.
In this technical newsletter we review two main mixing systems used in industrial production:
Planetary mixing system with patented paddle
Twin parallel arm mixing system
Each system is designed to meet specific product characteristics and production needs.
FUERPLA Planetary Mixing System (Circular Mixers)
Models:
AO-85 · AO-120 · AO-160 (vacuum versions)
FUERPLA circular mixers use a patented planetary mixing system designed to achieve extremely homogeneous and progressive mixing.
One of the key technical features is that the paddle requires 24 rotations to pass through the same point in the bowl again. This ensures that the product is worked from multiple trajectories, eliminating dead zones and guaranteeing consistent mixing. This allows excellent results both with a full bowl and with partial loads.
The planetary system performs a gentle yet highly efficient mixing action, making it one of the most versatile solutions for food processing.
System advantages
- Highly homogeneous mixing
- Excellent performance with different load levels
- Progressive product movement
- Gentle handling of delicate ingredients
- High versatility for different applications
Typical applications
This system is especially suitable for:
- Meat products
- Fish and seafood preparations
- Vegetable mixes
- Marinated or seasoned products
- Cheese-based preparations
- Products containing visible ingredients
Special paddles available for the A-160 model
The A-160 can be equipped with special paddles designed for specific applications, allowing the mixing process to be adapted to particular products.
These include:
Special paddle for Spanish potato omelette production, designed to preserve the structure of the ingredients.
Special paddle for seafood mixing, ideal for shrimp, prawns and similar products, ensuring gentle product handling and maintaining product integrity during mixing or marination.
This flexibility further enhances the versatility of the planetary mixing system.
Twin Parallel Arm Mixing System
Model:
AO-350
The AO-350 vacuum mixer uses a twin parallel arm mixing system, a technology designed for more demanding industrial processes and higher production capacities.
In this system, both arms operate simultaneously inside the bowl and can run at different speeds if required, allowing the mixing process to be adapted to the product characteristics.
Working under vacuum also improves product quality in many applications, enhancing texture and stability.
Main characteristics
- Intensive and controlled mixing
- High production capacity
- Excellent ingredient incorporation
- Efficient vacuum processing
- Adjustable mixing dynamics
Typical applications
This system is commonly used for:
- Large-scale food production
- Structured meat mixtures
- Emulsified products
- Processes requiring uniform ingredient distribution
- Mixing and massaging processes combined
🤝Choosing the Right Mixing System
There is no single mixing system suitable for every product. The right choice depends on factors such as:
- product type
- ingredient structure
- production volume
- downstream processing
For this reason, FUERPLA develops different mixing technologies, allowing manufacturers to select the most suitable solution for their production process.
