Cretors Flothru FTCC12 Screw Coater Popcorn

Applications & Use Cases

• Applying glazes, seasonings, or flavourings to snack foods such as popcorn, nuts, or crisps.
• Evenly coating confectionery items with chocolate, sugar, or other decorative finishes.
• Distributing oils or other liquid ingredients onto dry food products.
• Blending various dry ingredients with a liquid binder for agglomeration or flavouring.

Typical Specifications

Typical throughput

For this class of industrial screw coater, throughput can typically range from several hundred kilograms to over a tonne per hour, depending on product density and desired coating thickness.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly require a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz, to power the screw drive and any heating elements.

Construction material

Industrial food processing coaters are typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and corrosion resistance.

Coating method

This equipment utilises a rotating screw within a jacketed vessel to tumble and coat products, ensuring even distribution of the coating agent.

Temperature control

The jacketed vessel commonly allows for temperature control, which is crucial for applying coatings like caramel or chocolate that require specific processing temperatures.

Footprint

Screw coaters of this length (3200mm screw) will require a significant linear footprint within a production line, plus space for access and maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of coatings can this machine apply?

  A screw coater like the Cretors Flothru FTCC12 is suitable for applying a wide range of liquid or semi-liquid coatings, including caramel, chocolate, glazes, oils, and seasoning slurries, to dry products.

• Is this unit suitable for continuous production?

• What maintenance is typically required for a screw coater?

• Can the coating rate be adjusted?

• What products are best suited for this type of coater?