Product Overview
Twin-Paddle Dough Mixer with Detachable Bowl is an industrial batch mixer designed for multi-product commercial bakeries. Featuring heavy-duty counter-rotating twin paddles and a fully detachable hydraulic bowl system, this mixer allows uninterrupted batching by enabling offline dough resting or product changeovers while the main drive remains active.
Specification
|
Model |
Cap |
Dim (LxWxH) |
U/P (V/KW) |
Weight |
|
PC-125GK |
Five bags of flour |
1186x2096x1517mm |
380V/17KW |
1620kg |
Machine-Specific Mechanical Features
Detachable Bowl System: The bowl unclamps via a quick-release hydraulic lock, allowing it to be rolled out on heavy-duty casters for offline resting, remote dumping, or sanitation.
Twin-Paddle Mixing: Overlapping dual paddles rotate inward at differential speeds, creating a cross-folding action that cuts hydration time by up to 25% compared to single-shaft designs.
Fluid Cooling Connection: Integrated quick-connect couplings link the internal bowl jacket to external factory chilled fluid lines during docking to control dough temperature.
Spline Coupler: Hardened steel spline-and-socket couplings self-align and lock automatically as the mixing head lowers.
Safety & Containment
Dual-Button Control: Requires two-handed operator activation to lower the mixing head or engage hydraulic clamps, keeping hands clear of pinch points.
Safety Light Curtains: Optical sensors surround the docking bay, instantly halting all head movement and paddle rotation if an operator enters the perimeter.
Anti-Drop Valves: Lift cylinders feature pilot-operated check valves that lock hydraulic fluid in place, preventing the head from falling during power loss.
Sealed Dust Canopy: A heavy-gauge canopy with a silicone compression gasket seals the bowl rim to contain fine powder and dynamic splashes.
Production Process Flow
Docking & Clamping: A clean detachable bowl rolls into the chassis; hydraulic jaws lock the trolley base to the machine frame, centering the drive socket.
Sealed Dosing: The pneumatic canopy lowers to seal the bowl rim, allowing ingredients to enter through integrated inlet ports from external feeding systems.
Overlapping Blending: Twin paddles execute a low-speed routine, rapidly pulling dry ingredients into liquids to establish uniform hydration without splashing.
Gluten Development: The PLC increases paddle speed to cross-shear the mass, developing the gluten structure while direct-contact sensors monitor core temperature.
Quick Release: The canopy lifts, the drive uncouples, and the trolley rolls out immediately to downstream areas so the next batch bowl can dock without delay.
Factory & Hard-Power Focused
Timeline & Footprint:
Established in 2013, expanding into a 12,000 square meters manufacturing base strategically situated in Foshan's high-tech industrial center.
Human Resources:
A robust workforce of 400+ employees, including a dedicated engineering division led by national senior baking machinery experts.
Compliance & Intellectual Property:
Operating under strict EU CE Certification standards, supported by multiple proprietary utility and design patents.
Global Reach & Client Base:
Empowering over 3,000 global customers with reliable export capabilities across Europe, Southeast Asia, Northeast Asia, and international markets.
FAQ
Q: Can we buy extra bowl trolleys separately, and are they all identical?
A: Yes. We manufacture all interchangeable trolley bowls on high-precision CNC welding fixtures. Every bowl cart is built to identical tolerances, guaranteeing that any bowl in your facility will dock and lock perfectly with the main mixer base.
Q: How do the polyurethane trolley wheels withstand the extreme weight of a full 250kg batch?
A: The wheels are rated for heavy industrial loads, but they do not support the mixing forces. When the trolley docks, the machine's hydraulic clamping system lifts the trolley base slightly off the floor, transferring all mixing torque and downward pressure directly to the steel machine frame.
Q: Since the mixing head lifts vertically, how do we clean the paddles without dripping water onto the floor?
A: The machine is supplied with a dedicated stainless steel wash-cap. When the active bowl trolley is rolled out, you slide this shallow catch-pan under the raised head. Operators can then spray down the paddles, and the wash water drains safely through the pan hose rather than spilling onto your mixing room floor.
Q: How does the twin-paddle design compare to a spiral or Z-blade mixer?
A: Spiral and Z-blades are designed for high-stress, low-hydration tearing and stretching (like bread or bagels). This twin-paddle design is optimized for high-hydration doughs, cookie batters, sponge doughs, and fillings where uniform blending, air incorporation, and gentle folding are required without overworking the gluten.
Q: What happens if the mixing head hydraulic line breaks or loses pressure while raised?
A: The vertical lift cylinders are equipped with integrated, non-return pilot check valves. In the event of a sudden hydraulic hose rupture or total electrical failure, the valves lock the fluid inside the cylinders, preventing the heavy mixing head from dropping.
Q: What is the maximum floor grade slope required for rolling the heavy bowl trolleys?
A: For safe manual handling of a fully loaded 250kg trolley, we recommend a maximum floor slope of no more than 0.5 degrees. The docking pad itself must be completely level within +/- 1mm to ensure proper self-alignment.
Q: Do the mixing paddles scrape the sides of the removable bowl to prevent unmixed flour pockets?
A: Yes. One of the twin paddles is fitted with a replaceable, food-grade flexible scraper wing. As the paddles rotate, this scraper sweeps the entire inner radius of the bowl, directing all dry ingredients into the center mixing zone.
