- Typical capacity
- Cooking vessels in this class commonly range from 100 litres to over 2,000 litres, with this unit having a stated capacity of 660 litres.
- Heating method
- Units of this type typically employ steam (jacketed), electric, or gas heating systems.
- Agitation
- Most cooking vessels feature an agitator or mixer, which can be single-action, double-action, or scraped-surface, depending on the product viscosity.
- Material construction
- For food and pharmaceutical applications, 304 or 316-grade stainless steel is typically used for all product contact parts.
- Power supply
- Electrical requirements commonly range from 400V 3-phase for motors and controls, with heating elements varying based on capacity and method.
- Temperature control
- Integrated temperature probes and control systems are standard for precise process management.
- Integrated weighing
- Units like this often include load cells for accurate ingredient dosing and batch control.