Potato chips are a very popular snack, and their production process is highly mechanized and automated. So what equipment is needed from raw potatoes to finished potato chips? Below are the main equipment used in potato chip production.
Машина для мойки и чистки картофеля
This machine is mainly used for washing and removing the outer skin of potatoes. The potato skin is removed through the friction of a brush. Simultaneously, a water spray system continuously washes away impurities, ensuring the potato surface is clean. If the raw material has a high mud content, a bubble washing machine can be added at the front end to improve the overall washing effect.
Slicer
This machine slices potatoes into thin, even slices, typically between 1 and 2 mm thick. The equipment uses a high-speed rotating blade to slice the potatoes, resulting in uniform slice thickness.
Rinsing equipment
Rinsing can remove the starch from the surface of potato slices and prevent oxidation and discoloration.
Frying machine
Potato chips are fed into the oil tank by a conveyor belt and deep-fried at a constant oil temperature (usually 160–180℃). The frying time is generally 1–3 minutes. Available heating methods include electric heating, gas heating, or thermal oil heating.
Oil removal machine
This machine reduces the oil content of potato chips, increases crispness, reduces greasiness, and extends product shelf life.
Seasoning equipment
By rolling and turning, the seasoning powder is evenly adhered to the surface of the potato chips to produce potato chips with different flavors.
By combining the above equipment appropriately, an automated линия по производству картофельных чипсов can be formed, achieving continuous potato chips production. In addition, to further enhance the automation level of the production line, some factories also add conveyor, packaging equipment, etc. If you would like to learn more about potato chips production equipment, please contact us.
