Shuffle-Mix - Fruit Feeder

Applications & Use Cases

• Incorporating whole or macerated fruit pieces into ice cream, yogurt, or dessert bases.
• Adding nuts, chocolate chips, or confectionery inclusions to various food products.
• Distributing viscous components or sauces into a main product stream.
• Enhancing product texture and flavour profiles in continuous processing lines.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 500 kg/hr to several tonnes/hr, depending on the specific model and inclusion type.

Power supply

Units of this type typically require a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Inclusion size suitability

Fruit feeders are generally designed to handle inclusions from small particulates up to pieces several centimetres in diameter, often with adjustable settings.

Integration

These units are typically designed for inline integration with continuous processing systems, such as ice cream freezers or yogurt lines.

Materials of construction

Contact parts are commonly manufactured from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) to meet hygiene standards.

Control system

Basic units may feature manual controls, while more advanced models often include PLC-based systems for precise dosing and synchronisation.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a fruit feeder used for?

  A fruit feeder, also known as an inclusion feeder, is used to accurately and consistently add solid or semi-solid ingredients, such as fruit pieces, nuts, or chocolate, into a main product stream during food processing.

• How does a fruit feeder work?

• Can this unit handle different types of inclusions?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used fruit feeder?

• Is this suitable for continuous production?