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French Fries production Line by Marcelissen, custom-made
Making a professional French fries production line requires attention and skill, both of which are traits we value highly at Marcelissen and on which we continue to develop. We therefore understand that a good product starts with developing a good production process. The customer’s wishes play a vital role in this process. At Marcelissen we therefore also attach great value to co-engineering.
When making a chips production line, we always take into account the fact that different potato specialties require a specific processing process. Whether it’s fresh fries, slices or cubes, we think along with you and find the right solution.
Image 1: An example French fries production line of Marcelissen.
As the name suggests, a production line for French fries consists of several machines, each taking on its own role in the production process. You can also take a look at our complete overview of machines. A number of links within the production line will be discussed in detail.
Storage Bunker
Image 2: A storage bunker for the storage of potatoes.
To start with, to store all potatoes you need a so-called storage bunker, consisting of different sizes and shapes. These can also vary greatly in capacity, from 500 kg to as much as 10,000 kg. There are also bunker variants with an outfeed conveyor. With these types, the speed of the belt can be adjusted with a frequency converter. Contact us for more details about bunker and buffer equipment for a French fries line.
Drum Roller Peeler – SKR
Image 3: Drum Roller Peeler – SKR
For the process of peeling potatoes, it is very important that there is a regular supply of potatoes during the peeling process, so that the potato can be peeled evenly. However, the transit time can be adjusted by means of a transport screw. The speed of the rollers, the drum and the screw can all be adjusted as well. The capacity is up to a maximum of 6,000 kg/hour. See the table below for technical specifications of the Drum Roller Peeler.
Technical specifications
| SKR 24/2500 | SKR 24/3000 | SKR 28/2500 | SKR 28/3000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | Up to 4.000 Kg/Hr* | Up to 6.000 Kg/Hr* | Up to 5.000 Kg/Hr* | Up to 7.000 Kg/Hr* |
| Product infeed | Continuously | Continuously | Continuously | Continuously |
| Dimensions | 4300 x 1500 x 2100 mm | 4800 x 1500 x 2100 mm | 4300 x 1500 x 2100 mm | 4800 x 1500 x 2100 mm |
| Number of rollers | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Length of rollers | 2500 mm | 30000 mm | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
| 106 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm | 106 mm | |
| Power consumption | 6,75 kW, 400V 50 Hz | 6,75 kW, 400V 50 Hz | 6,75 kW, 400V 50 Hz | 6,75 kW, 400V 50 Hz |
| Water consumption | 0 – 2,5 m³/hr | 0 – 2,5 m³/hr | 0 – 2,5 m³/hr | 0 – 2,5 m³/hr |
| Materials | AISI 304 Stainless Steel, glass blasted. Drive components and other parts are made of standard material. | AISI 304 Stainless Steel, glass blasted. Drive components and other parts are made of standard material. | AISI 304 Stainless Steel, glass blasted. Drive components and other parts are made of standard material. | AISI 304 Stainless Steel, glass blasted. Drive components and other parts are made of standard material. |
* Depending on the type of product, specifications and infeed
Video: Demonstration of the Drum roller scraping machine, at 0:32.
Hydro Cutter for a French Fries line
Image 4: Hydrocutter – SH
For cutting perfectly straight chips and wedges, our customers use a hydro cutting system by Marcelissen. With a capacity of up to 15,000 kg/hour, the Hydro Cutter – SH is ideal for our French fries production line.
The machine consists of a water collection tank, a centrifugal pump, a venturi, a knife block, a decelerator and a discharge belt.
The washed potatoes are collected in the collection tank. From here they are sucked up by a special centrifugal pump without damaging the potatoes. The potatoes are then transported to the venturi, where the speed is accelerated, behind the venturi tube, the knife block cuts the potato into the desired shape; fries or wedges.
Marcelissen Venlo bv can adapt the complete cutting system to your wishes.
Sliver Remover (roller sorter)
Image 5: Sliver Remover SR2
After cutting fresh fries, cubes or slices, there are inevitably short and thin pieces in the product stream, after all potatoes are not squared or rectangular. In order to realise a high quality end product, these short and narrow pieces have to be sorted out, we do this by means of our Sliver Removers.
This machine is specially constructed to separate too small product particles and/or waste from sliced and whole products. The main advantage of this sorter is that the roll opening during the production process can be easily, quickly and precisely adjusted from 3 to 23 mm or 4 to 24 mm.
The new generation Sliver Removers are very easy to maintain, the rollers can be adjusted during the production process and no water is needed for cooling and lubricating the bearings. When processing potato products, there is always the possibility to add a spray tube with which the released starch can be rinsed away.
All rollers have the same rotation direction and are equipped with spirals. This creates a good product distribution, which is very important in achieving a good sorting quality. The product to be sorted moves across the rollers with the direction of rotation of the rollers, whereby breakage is excluded.
The waste can be disposed of underneath the machine. A spray tube is mounted above the rollers for the removal of any sticking parts.
The roll opening of Sliver Removers can be adjusted up to a maximum opening of 20 mm between the rollers. Furthermore, nowadays we have a split-sizer where on one machine two halves can be adjusted separately, this gives 3 sorting possibilities.
The plastic rollers are available in cream and blue and always come with an FDA certificate. Optionally, the Sliver Removers can also be equipped with stainless steel rollers.
Capacity: up to 20.000 Kg/hour
The Process of making a French fries production line
For our French fries production lines, we go through a number of steps so that our customer also knows which steps are about to be taken. By doing so, the optimal processing line is set up specifically for your situation. However flexible we are in determine and manufacturing your optimal solution, when it comes to identifying the requirements, we use a fixed approach:
- Identification of customer’s wishes & needs (sketching)
- In cooperation with Engineering and R&D, the most optimal solution is determined for each project. Only when we agree on the best suited solution does the actual engineering start, always in co-creation with the customer.
- Production
- Testing phase
- Installation at the customer’s site
- Commissioning of the production line
- Evaluation & feedback
- Service & maintenance
Do you think there are improvements to be made in the production process within your company? Please contact us, we will be happy to help you.
Why Marcelissen?
Our personal approach and excellent service for both large and small food processing projects make the difference. By talking to companies on location about questions and future challenges, we have learned over the years how to really improve and optimize processes.
Highest quality
Powerful, low-maintenance machines with the highest quality.
Innovative technologies
Focus on continuing improvement, innovation and growth.
Reduction of wastage & waste
We always strive for sustainable business operations for ourselves, our customers and a better world.
Co-creation
Long-term partnerships with our customers & partners in order to really help them improve their processes.
Efficiency
Machines & production processes are set up in the most efficient way.
Our clients
At Marcelissen we have already been able to set up various machines and production lines for various customers, and we are proud of that. Think of large parties such as ‘Farm Frites’, ‘Celavita’, ‘Aviko’ and ‘McCain’, but also farmers and catering businesses. We have been able to meet all their specific needs. For more information about our previous collaborations, read a customer case here.
Contact
If you are interested and/or have questions about the possibilities of a French fries line, please do not hesitate to contact us. It’s best to fill in the contact form, so you can ask a question right away. We will then contact you. We are also happy to advise you about individual machines. We are at your service!
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