Metra - Stirred Melting Tank 500kg

Applications & Use Cases

• Melting and holding chocolate, compound, and other confectionery masses.
• Preparing glazes, icings, and fillings for bakery products.
• Heating and maintaining temperature for fats, oils, and syrups.
• Tempering small batches of chocolate for artisan production.
• Re-melting scrap or rework material in confectionery operations.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, capacities commonly range from 200kg to 1000kg, with this unit specified at 500kg.

Power supply

Units of this type typically operate on a three-phase industrial power supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Heating method

Most stirred melting tanks utilise a water jacket or direct electric heating elements to maintain precise temperatures.

Agitation

Equipped with a motor-driven stirrer to ensure uniform heating and prevent scorching or separation of product.

Material construction

Typically constructed from food-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 or 316) for hygiene and durability.

Temperature control

Commonly features integrated temperature probes and digital controllers for accurate temperature management.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary function of a stirred melting tank?

  Its primary function is to melt solid ingredients, such as chocolate or fats, and hold them at a consistent, controlled temperature while continuously stirring to maintain homogeneity.

• Can this tank be used for tempering chocolate?

• What kind of maintenance does a stirred melting tank require?

• Is insulation important for these tanks?

• What safety features should I look for?