Comtec - Pie Press

Applications & Use Cases

• Producing individual pies, tarts, and quiches in bakeries and patisseries.
• Forming pie bases and lids from various dough types for savoury and sweet products.
• Used in small to medium-scale food production for consistent product sizing.
• Creating pastry shells for ready meals or desserts in catering operations.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For a single-station unit of this type, throughput typically ranges from 300 to 800 pies per hour, depending on operator efficiency and product complexity.

Power supply

Units in this class commonly operate on a standard single-phase (230V, 50Hz) or sometimes a three-phase (400V, 50Hz) electrical supply, often with a pneumatic air supply requirement.

Footprint

A single-station pie press typically requires a compact footprint, often around 600mm to 1000mm in width and depth, suitable for smaller production areas.

Dough compatibility

These machines are typically designed to work with a range of shortcrust, puff, and other pastry doughs, often requiring specific dough consistency for optimal performance.

Die changeover

Die changeover for different pie sizes or shapes is typically a manual process, designed to be relatively quick and straightforward for operational flexibility.

Construction material

For food contact and hygiene, the primary construction materials for this class of equipment are typically stainless steel and food-grade plastics.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of pies can this machine typically produce?

  A single-station pie press is generally capable of producing a variety of round or oval pies, tarts, and quiches, limited by the available dies. Common products include meat pies, fruit pies, and flans.

• Is this machine suitable for both hot and cold press applications?

• What maintenance is typically required for a used pie press?

• Are spare parts and additional dies readily available for unknown manufacturer models?

• What safety features are commonly found on these machines?