Continuous molding with controlled temperature and weight consistency for pasta filata cheeses
The Rotary Molder with Pre‑Cooling is designed for the continuous forming of pasta filata cheeses, providing precise control of product temperature, shape, and weight throughout the molding process.
After stretching, the cheese mass is fed directly into the rotary molding system, where it is formed into the required format under stable and repeatable conditions. An integrated pre‑cooling section immediately stabilizes the product temperature after molding, preserving the structural integrity, elasticity, and organoleptic properties of the cheese before downstream handling or packaging.
The rotary configuration enables continuous and efficient production, ensuring uniform portioning and consistent weight in every unit produced. Controlled pre‑cooling prevents deformation and moisture migration, resulting in improved dimensional accuracy and product appearance.
This equipment is ideally suited for high‑capacity Mozzarella, Oaxaca, and analog cheese production lines, where consistency in shape, texture, and weight is essential. Its hygienic design and robust construction support reliable operation, efficient cleaning, and seamless integration into modern continuous cheese processing lines.
The Rotary Molder with Pre-Cooling receives pasta directly from the stretcher. Screw conveyors drive the product into the rotary head where carousel molds define the exact shape and weight. During table rotation, the product undergoes controlled thermal exchange through a cold water circulation system with integrated pump and heat exchanger. The pre-hardened product is discharged directly into the brine or cooling tank to complete thermal stabilization.
Technical Features
Superior-Grade Sanitary Construction: Main body and screw chamber in AISI 316; structure in AISI 304. Contact surfaces with Teflon coating or sandblast treatment to prevent product adhesion.
Integrated CIP System: Automatic head cleaning without disassembly or manual intervention. Uniform, validatable hygiene, reduced downtime, and minimal cross-contamination risk.
Format Versatility: Interchangeable heads for cylindrical, rectangular, and parallelepiped shapes. Ergonomic Head Transport Cart for fast and safe format changes.
Automated Process Control: PLC with automatic weight adjustment and precise temperature control, ensuring high grammage accuracy and reducing give-away losses.
Applications: Mozzarella Cheese, Analog Cheeses, Cheddar and Asadero Cheese. Capacity up to 2,000 kg/h.
Ensure food safety and line profitability through exact volumetric molding that eliminates manual handling, reduces cleaning downtime with the integrated CIP system, and protects equipment integrity with ergonomic format-change accessories.
