Vakona - Vakona 300 Fm2 Tumbler

Applications & Use Cases

• Marinating meat, poultry, and seafood products to enhance flavour and tenderness.
• Massaging various food items to improve texture and protein extraction.
• Tumbling ingredients for even coating and mixing in food production.
• Curing meat products such as bacon and ham for preservation and flavour development.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of equipment, drum capacities commonly range from 200 to 400 litres, with a working capacity typically around 60-70% of the total volume depending on product density.

Power supply

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

Construction material

As stated, units are typically constructed from stainless steel, suitable for food contact and easy cleaning.

Footprint

While specific dimensions vary, tumblers of this capacity typically occupy a floor space of approximately 1.5m x 1.0m.

Control system

Commonly features include programmable logic controllers (PLCs) with user-friendly interfaces for setting cycle times, vacuum levels, and rotation speeds.

Vacuum system

Most units are equipped with an integrated vacuum pump to facilitate product absorption and improve processing efficiency.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the primary benefit of using a vacuum tumbler?

  A vacuum tumbler significantly reduces processing times for marinating and curing by opening up muscle fibres, allowing marinades and brines to penetrate more deeply and evenly.

• Can this equipment be used for products other than meat?

• What maintenance is typically required for a tumbler of this type?

• Is it possible to control the speed and direction of the tumbling action?

• What safety features are commonly found on these machines?