Process
A typical Baker Perkins mixing and forming system comprises Tweedy™ mixers, Accurist2.1™ divider, Conical Rounder, First Prover, and Multitex4™ molders. For an 800g loaf, this plant would be rated from 4,000 loaves per hour. Plants rated at 9,200 per hour can be configured with an additional mixer and molder. For such a high output, the amount of equipment required is particularly small; this keeps capital costs and footprint down and reduces labor and maintenance costs.
The Tweedy™ mixer’s integrated control system ensures that dough is not mixed until the plant requires it. It manages pairs of mixers as a single entity and can dynamically adjust to compensate for stoppages and schedule changes.
The dough is mixed in small batches resulting in a consistent feed of fresher dough, minimizing downstream waste, giveaway and downtime caused by dough gassing.
The Accurist2.1™ divider keeps production costs low with sustained high accuracy, full wash-down capability and five-year major service intervals. The pressure-controlled servo ram reduces dough damage to maintain consistency of weight control and quality. The Multitex4™ Moulder combines gentle dough handling with high-efficiency panning for consistent quality. Accurate, repeatable settings make running adjustments unnecessary, even at the start of a run, meaning that 100% efficiency is achieved from the first dough piece. Pieces are then discharged via panning bends, or direct to tin.
Equipment
Tweedy™ Mixer
- Suitable for most types of tin and artisanal bread, rolls and pizza
- Accurate integrated weighing system for precise recipe control
- Highly efficient mixing tool design for rapid energy input
- Hygienic ingredient platform with wash-down area
- Wash-in-place system for mixing bowl and lid
- Acoustically sealed to reduce noise
- Tweedy™ SuperCool mixer reduces dough temperatures for warmer climates
- ATEX certified
- Dedicated provers rest the dough before moulding
- Individual pockets are air dried for reliable discharge
- Synchronised bucket feed for accurate pocket fill at high rate
- Air circulation system prevents build up of moisture on dough surface
- Quick-change pockets made from hygienic metal-detectable plastic mesh
- Special purpose, flour-free resting systems can transport the dough piece while allowing the dough pieces to rest
Proving Options
Accurist™ Divider Range
High-output servo-controlled and mechanical dividers delivering sustained high accuracy while preserving dough structure.
- 2.5g to 3.5g SD on 900g pieces
- Five-year major service intervals
- Adjustable ram pressure minimises dough damage
- 15 minute clean down with full foam clean-and-rinse capability
- Low-usage oiling system improves hygiene and reduces costs
- 3,000, 5,000 and 9,000 per hour mechanical dividers available
- Gentle sheeting and tight coiling optimize volume and texture
- Ingredient costs may be reduced without affecting quality
- Runs continuously without jamming
- Repeatable settings allow fast and efficient changeovers
- Controlled panning enhances shape and consistency
- Optional attachment for seeded loaves
Multitex4™ Moulder
Conical Rounder
- Integrated air blowers for hygienic, dust-free operation
- Long-lasting non-stick surface coating minimises cleaning
- Adjustable troughs allow precise set up for consistency
- Tight tolerances minimise chipping
- Soft start/stop protects machine and avoids power spikes