Turning seed disinfection into a competitive advantage

Ventilex approaches this challenge through its partnership with ThermoSeed™, using hot humid air instead of chemicals to eliminate seed-borne pathogens. The result is a treatment process that is fully chemical-free while preserving seed vitality — a crucial distinction in an industry where overheating can damage germination potential.

What makes this application particularly compelling is its combination of biological precision and industrial scale. Ventilex systems can process disinfected seeds at volumes of up to 25 tons per hour, making the technology viable not just for large commercial seed processors serving national and export markets.

Precision thermal control where germination is at stake

Unlike conventional thermal treatment systems, the Ventilex installation is designed so that “every seed will be in the conditioning unit for the exact same amount of time,†ensuring uniform pathogen control without hotspots that compromise germination. After conditioning, seeds move into a fluid bed dryer/cooler where moisture is removed in controlled stages to stabilize the product before storage or packaging.

For seed entrepreneurs, this is more than a compliance response to tightening environmental rules: it is a scalable route to cleaner, higher-value seed production with consistent germination performance.

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Save time with a fast and easy to maintain bagging solution

STATEC BINDER’S PRINCIPAC is a fully automatic, high-performance bagging solution for open-mouth bags. It can process up to 2000 bags per hour, making it one of the leading bagging solutions.

The open mouth bagging machine can process both pillow and gusset bags with filling weights ranging from 10 kg to 50 kg. It can process bags made of woven polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and paper. The prefabricated bags are separated from the magazine and individually transported to the pickup station with the help of vacuum suction cups. These bags are then opened to maximize their volume by the suctions bar, and are clamped to the filling spout. The product is measured to the specified level and is filled into the bag. Upon finishing the filling process, the bags are placed on the conveyor belt and then transported to the bag sealing machine. The bag is then sown, heat-sealed or hot-glued depending on its material.

It is ideally suited for any type of free-flowing bulk products such as petrochemical bulk materials, chemicals, sugar or rice. It can also have an additional equipment such as a dustproof filling spout for powdery products such as flour.

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Processes Chocolate and Cocoa for Optimal Pre-Refining

The Pre-Refiners HVS from Hamburg Dresdner Maschinenfabriken are designed to enhance your chocolate and cocoa processing. Available in the HVS 140E and HVS 100E models, these pre-refiners stand out for their automatic roller gap settings and compact hydraulic systems with pressure buffers, enabling continuous operation without production interruption. With a capacity of up to 6000 kg/h at 175 µm, these machines efficiently process both dry and soft masses, ideal for producing chocolate bars, cocoa powder, and nut pastes. The pre-refiners integrate seamlessly into your production line, featuring energy-efficient hydraulic units that reduce energy consumption. Made with stainless steel, they ensure durability and hygiene, with a design that supports easy maintenance and cleaning.

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Mixes and Homogenizes Chocolate and Confectionery Ingredients

The Double Shaft Batch Mixer HBM from Hamburg Dresdner Maschinenfabriken is tailored for rigorous demands in chocolate, cocoa, and confectionery processing. Its distinctive dual-shaft configuration and frequency-controlled main drives ensure intensive mixing and effective homogenization, essential for processing chocolate bars, cocoa powder, nut butters, and grain mixes. Operated in batch mode, the HBM mixer manages up to 6,000 kg/h, with precise control over discharge speeds via a frequency drive discharge screw, reducing product residues to a minimum.

This mixer effortlessly integrates into food production lines, maintaining excellent emptying capabilities and ensuring the release of bound fats. The system supports chocolate manufacturers in achieving consistent product quality. Built to industry standards, it offers configurations in stainless steel to enhance durability and sanitation. Plus, with minimal cycle times ranging from 15 to 20 minutes per batch, it ensures productivity without compromising quality. Maintenance is simplified, supporting CIP systems, thus promoting operational efficiency and reducing downtime.

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Grinds Sugar into Consistent Icing Powder

The Bauermeister UCOM Sugar Grinding Mills are engineered for precision and efficiency in food processing. These mills feature explosion-resistant construction compliant with Atex 2014/34/EU regulations, ensuring safety in sugar processing facilities. They are specifically designed to produce icing sugar with fineness up to 90%

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Roasts Cocoa Beans Continuously and Evenly

The Continuous Drum Roaster FRC from Hamburg Dresdner Maschinenfabriken efficiently roasts cocoa beans with precision and uniformity, enhancing flavor development in chocolate production. Utilizing a steady drum rotation and controlled heat application, it processes up to 30 tons per hour, suitable for high-volume operations. The roaster integrates seamlessly into existing production lines with its PLC-controlled system, offering remote monitoring for operational ease. Designed for energy efficiency, it reduces consumption by 15% thanks to its variable-speed drive. Constructed from durable stainless steel, it resists corrosion for longevity and compliance with food safety standards. Its easy-to-clean design features a built-in CIP system, minimizing downtime and contamination risk. Customizable settings allow adaptation to specific roasting profiles, supported by expert engineering services for optimal configuration.

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Refines and Conches Chocolate Mass

The Traditional Batch Conche PVS 2000-6000 from Hamburg Dresdner Maschinenfabriken is designed to meet the rigorous demands of artisan and industrial chocolate production. It refines chocolate mass through an intricate conching process that enhances texture and flavor. Ideal for applications including chocolate bars, cocoa powder, and nut butter, this equipment supports small-batch to high-volume operations. Featuring a robust construction, it integrates seamlessly into existing production lines with batch processing capabilities. Energy efficiency is optimized through its advanced motor control, reducing operational costs by up to 15%. Available in corrosion-resistant materials for long-term durability, it meets industry standards for food safety and hygiene. The equipment offers an intuitive interface for easy operation and maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent product quality. Customization options are available to fit specific production needs, supported by expert engineering teams.

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Roasts and Mixes Specialty Malts and Grains

The Industrial Malt Roaster FRD M by Hamburg Dresdner Maschinenfabriken is engineered to transform green or dry malt into high-quality specialty malts. Utilizing an external heating oven with hot air distribution, it ensures even roast and prevents hot-spots, critical for consistent aroma development. Ideal for the food and beverage industry, it accommodates grains such as barley, crystal malt, and roast malt, resulting in products suited for malt production, brewing, and distilling. With batch sizes reaching up to 4,000 kg, it employs a gentle Mixing process, ensuring homogeneity and quality retention in high-moisture conditions. The robust design, featuring a front gate with axial movement and a round cast drum rear, minimizes wear and avoids product deposits. This malt roaster is compatible with additional processes like cooling and integrates seamlessly into existing operations. Optional material configurations and engineering support allow customization for unique production requirements.

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High product quality for your local demand

Kuipers’ complete processing lines for various snacks are designed as a turnkey project and incorporated into a mainframe with two sidebars which gives the entire fryer plant a clean and safe design.

The sunflower seeds frying line is configured to ensure optimal heat distribution and heat treatment regardless of the type of snack you wish to process. This ensures the lowest possible Free Fatty Acid development and frying oil turnover time. It is especially designed with low heat load heat exchangers combined with constant removal of the dirt allowing the quality of the frying oil to remain adequate much longer than other conventional systems. This oil can then be used for a longer time period which saves processing costs drastically. It is also equipped with a centralised control panel which is embedded into a computer program and continuously communicates with the other control boards, thus checking and controlling all the process parameters.

The frying oil in the fryer can be heated either with thermal oil or electrical elements. The continuous frying lines can be customised and applied to process other snacks like onion, mash potato products, peanuts, shrimp crackers, mini croutons, samosas or corn nuts to cater to the local demands.

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Transfers bagged powders into silos or lines

The bag lifter and emptying station from Agriflex is designed for unloading sacks into your storage or dosing system without working at height. Bags are placed on the floor, picked up by a self-tilting lifting device and raised to the pouring level, where the operator empties them into an enclosed hopper.

The emptying station can function as a small buffer silo or as a direct loading point into pneumatic conveying, enabling you to treat bagged ingredients as if they were supplied in bulk. Optional dust extraction and integrated sifting remove foreign bodies and improve workplace hygiene. Capacity and hopper design can be customised to your bag sizes and downstream flow requirements.

Use it to feed flour, sugar, seeds or premix into silos, or to top up micro-ingredient systems. By allowing operators to work from the ground with mechanical lifting, you reduce ergonomic risk and improve safety while maintaining continuous supply to your production line.

• Applications: Bakery, Biscuits, Confectionery, Premix handling
• End Products: Bagged bread flour, Bagged sugar, Seed mixes, Baking improver blends
• Processes: Emptying, Feeding, Conveying, Sieving (with sifter option)
• Equipment Groups: Bag emptying stations, Bag lifters
• Industry: Food, Bakery, Confectionery
• Department: Logistics, Processing
• Operation: Batch, Semi-continuous, Industrial
• Product Types: Powder, Granules, Seeds

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