GEA Koppens - Koppens 400mm Batter and Breader

Applications & Use Cases

• Coating chicken, fish, and other protein products with various batters and breadcrumbs.
• Preparing convenience foods such as nuggets, schnitzels, and cutlets for further processing or frying.
• Applying tempura batter to seafood and vegetables in large-scale food production.
• Creating a consistent and even coating on products to improve texture and appearance.
• Processing vegetarian and vegan alternatives requiring a coated finish.

Typical Specifications

Belt Width

This unit features a 400mm wide belt, suitable for medium-volume production lines.

Construction Material

Units of this type, especially from Koppens, are typically constructed from stainless steel for hygiene and durability in food processing environments.

Typical Throughput

Throughput for a 400mm system can vary significantly but is generally suited for processing several hundred kilograms per hour, depending on product size and type.

Power Supply

Industrial food processing equipment commonly requires a 3-phase electrical supply, typically 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Coating Types

This class of equipment is designed to handle a range of wet batters (tempura, adhesion batter) and dry breadcrumbs (panko, standard breading).

System Configuration

As described, this unit includes both a batter enrober (TD Tempura Enrober) and a breader (PR Breader), allowing for a two-stage coating process.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Stainless steel construction facilitates wash-down procedures, and units typically feature designs for easy disassembly of key components for cleaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary advantage of a 400mm wide belt system?

  A 400mm belt offers a good balance between production capacity and footprint, making it suitable for medium-scale operations or as part of a larger line.

• Can this machine handle both wet and dry coatings?

• What kind of products are best suited for this type of equipment?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used batter and breader machine?

• Is this unit suitable for integration into an existing processing line?

• Are spare parts readily available for Koppens equipment?