COCOA MASS

How to Pump Cocao Mass Hygienically and Almost Maintenance-Free

Save time and money when pumping cocoa mass in the future

Long maintenance times for pumps mean long downtimes for the systems and, as a result, severe losses. Especially in food production, such as the processing of cocoa mass, a failure of a single pump can paralyse an entire production line.

NETZSCH Pumps & Systems, the global specialist in complex fluid management, has developed a pump for cocoa mass and other intermediate products, such as nut or almond pastes, that delivers almost maintenance-free. We show you how to reduce your maintenance times when pumping cocoa mass and simultaneously pump in compliance with even the strictest food safety guidelines.

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This is why pumps are indispensable in cocoa mass processing

Fine grinding is essential in producing chocolate and other fat-based confectionery masses. On the one hand, intermediate products such as cocoa masses, nut or almond pastes are finely ground. On the other hand, premixes of coarse recipe ingredients are also finely ground. The horizontal agitator bead mill Master Refiner from NETZSCH Grinding & Dispersing was explicitly designed for applications in the food and confectionery industry. Pumps are necessary to convey the raw material mixtures to the mill reliably. This is the only way to ensure a smooth process flow in the processing of cocoa mass. That’s the point when NETZSCH Pumps & Systems comes into the picture. The challenges for pumps in the food industry are exceptionally significant and complex.

These are the challenges to be aware of when pumping cocoa mass

One of the most apparent requirements for cocoa mass pumps is the high demand for hygiene and cleanliness. Since cocoa mass, nut or almond pastes are foodstuffs, the pump and the connected lines must be hygienic and easy to clean. In addition to the highest demands on hygiene, pumping cocoa mass demands everything from the machines regarding viscosity and the associated accelerated wear. The pumped media, such as cocoa mass, have a high density, making it difficult to pump them with conventional gear or centrifugal pumps. In addition, they often contain solids that can damage and clog the pump parts. As a specialist in complex media, NETZSCH has the optimal solution for pumping cocoa mass into its portfolio.

800

rpm operational speed

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With the TORNADO® T.Sano® with smooth surface, you can pump even the most demanding media in compliance with the strictest hygiene regulations.

How to pump cocoa mass almost maintenance-free and hygienically

The TORNADO® T.Sano® all-metal rotary lobe pump covers all these requirements and offers you even more advantages. Equipped with a belt drive, the rotary lobe pump operates completely oil-free. The benefit for you is eliminating contamination of your products by lubricating oil when using the T.Sano®. Due to the choice of materials, the pump is also particularly suitable for chocolate and confectionery production. All components of the T.Sano® rotary lobe pump that come into contact with the media are made of stainless steel to comply with food safety guidelines. This ensures excellent cleanability and long service life. Another decisive advantage that the T.Sano® offers is its CIP (Cleaning-In-Place) capability. This enables you to clean the cocoa mass pump in a circular or continuous process without prior disassembly.

In addition, the innovative belt drive eliminates the risk of product contamination and time-consuming maintenance tasks such as lubrication and oil changes. As a result, you significantly reduce your maintenance costs and maintenance times, thus reducing cost-intensive system downtimes. Should maintenance work be required, you can not only clean the pump without prior dismantling but also fully service it thanks to the innovative FSIP® concept (Full Service In Place). In addition, the TORNADO® rotary lobe pump guarantees high operational reliability thanks to its unique design. The pump chamber, rotary lobe and seals are essential elements free of dead space and flow-optimisation. Therefore, nothing stands in the way of hygienic and almost maintenance-free pumping of cocoa mass. What are you waiting for? Let our experts advise you and reduce your maintenance costs in the future.

TORNADO® T.Sano® all-metal rotary lobe pump 

  • Medium: Raw material mixtures for cocoa mass
  • Capacity: Max. 70 m³/h
  • Speed: Max. 800 rpm
  • Pressure: Max. 12 bar
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