Deighton - Formatic R180 Cookie Machine

Applications & Use Cases

• Producing a variety of formed cookies and biscuits in bakeries and food manufacturing facilities.
• Forming dough for savoury crackers, pet treats, and other pressed food items.
• Small to medium-scale production lines requiring consistent product shape and weight.
• Speciality food producers looking to automate manual forming processes.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, throughput can typically range from 2,000 to 10,000 pieces per hour, depending on product size and drum configuration.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly operate on a 240V single-phase electrical supply, as specified for this unit, or sometimes 400V three-phase for larger models.

Footprint

A Formatic R180 typically requires a floor space of approximately 0.8m x 0.7m, plus space for operator access and material handling.

Product weight range

Commonly, these machines can produce items ranging from 5g to 200g, adjustable via drum selection and operational settings.

Material compatibility

Suitable for various dough types, including shortbread, cookie dough, and other formable mixtures, often with a fat content that aids release.

Construction material

Typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel for hygiene and durability, with robust mechanical components.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products can a Formatic R180 typically produce?

  These machines are versatile and commonly used for forming cookies, biscuits, meatballs, burgers, and other portioned products from various doughs and mixes. The specific product shape depends on the forming drum used.

• Are forming drums included with this type of machine?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used Formatic R180?

• Can the production speed be adjusted on these machines?

• What are the typical safety features on a Formatic R180?