Cacao Plant Technical Specifications – High-Efficiency Processing Systems by Alper Makina
Alper Makina’s Cacao Plant offers a complete solution for the production of high-quality chocolate and cacao products. The plant includes various machines designed for the efficient processing of cacao nibs, cacao liquor, cacao butter, cacao powder, and more. With innovative technology and carefully engineered components, the Cacao Plant ensures superior quality and productivity in every batch.
Raw Cacao Silo
The Raw Cacao Silo is designed for the efficient storage of cacao beans before processing. With a capacity of 6 tons, it ensures that raw material is available for continuous production, reducing downtime.
Cacao Roaster & Elevator
Continuous Roaster: The cacao roaster is designed for continuous processing of cacao beans, ensuring that they are evenly roasted to bring out the best flavor.
Stainless Steel Roaster Belt: The roaster belt is made of durable stainless steel, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Electrical Resistance Heating: The roaster is heated by electrical resistances, providing reliable and efficient heating.
Insulated Outer Covers: The outer covers of the roaster are insulated, maintaining energy efficiency.
Capacity: 250 Kg/h, making it suitable for high-volume cacao processing.
Cacao Liquor Production Line (KFM-450)
The KFM-450 Cacao Liquor Production Line is the core of the cacao processing system. This system consists of a pre-grinder and ball-mill designed to grind cacao nibs into cacao liquor with optimal flow characteristics. The KFM pre-grinder grinds cacao nibs to a fineness of 100 microns, after which the liquor is transferred to the ball mill. The ball mill then refines the cacao liquor to a final fineness of 25-30 microns. This system is crucial for producing cacao liquor for chocolate and cacao powder production.
Capacity: 450 kg/h
Pre-grinder Motor: 30 kW
Ball Mill Motor: 2×22 kW
Pump Motor: 3×0.75 kW
Double Jacketed & Thermostatically Controlled System: Ensures consistent product quality.
Mass Storage Tank (ST-4000)
The Mass Storage Tank is designed to store produced chocolate mass, maintaining its temperature for optimal processing.
Volume: 4000 liters
Mixer Motor: 3 kW
Electric Resistance: 2×4.5 kW
Alkalization Conche
The Alkalization Conche is used for alkalizing cacao liquor before further processing.
Capacity: 750 liters
Steam Pressure: 4 bar
Steam Consumption: 80 Kg/h
Motor Power: 15 kW
Cacao Butter Press
The Cacao Butter Press is used for extracting cacao butter from cacao liquor.
Number of Pressing Chambers: 4
Total Loading Capacity: 40 kg
Capacity per Hour: 120 kg
Pressure on Product: 800 Kg/cm²
Steam Consumption: 20 Kg/h
Cacao Powder Plant
The Cacao Powder Plant is designed for grinding broken cocoa cake into fine cocoa powder. This system includes several stages to ensure that the powder is of the finest quality.
Main Mill Motor: 42 kW
Turbo Mill Motor: 15 kW
Capacity: 500-600 Kg/h (depending on fat content & fineness)
Cooling Towers: Three double-jacketed cooling towers cool the powder and air to the ideal temperature.
Chiller (C-50)
The Chiller is responsible for providing cold water to the processing system, maintaining the desired temperature throughout.
Water Temperature: 10-15°C
Cooling Capacity: 50,000 Kcal/hour
Water Tank: 1000 Liters (insulated)
Refrigerant: R404A
Key Features of the Cacao Plant
High Capacity: The plant is designed for large-scale production, with systems capable of processing up to 600 kg/h of cacao powder.
Precision Control: Each system component, from grinding to heating, is controlled for optimal product consistency.
Energy Efficiency: With insulated covers, thermostatically controlled systems, and the use of electrical resistances, the plant ensures energy-efficient operation.
Versatility: The plant is capable of producing a wide range of cacao products, including chocolate liquor, cacao butter, and cacao powder.
By choosing Alper Makina’s Cacao Plant, manufacturers gain access to a complete, high-efficiency system for cacao processing, ensuring the production of premium-quality products at every stage. Contact us today to learn more about how our Cacao Plant can elevate your production process.
