Macaroni, a staple food in Italian cuisine, is a globally consumed food. It is a combination of flavourful taste and nutrition, while being easy to cook. The macaroni can retain its nutritional value and shape for a long period, hence it can be bought in stock and cooked quickly to eat. Before the introduction of automatic machines, the macaroni production for businesses was time-consuming and labour-intensive. But today’s competitive world of business requires speed and consistency backed by innovation. In this new tradition, macaroni making machine manufacturers like Adventek Machines have made remarkable progress to become a reliable business partner. We aim to increase the productivity of food production, reduce material wastage and enhance sales. In this blog, we are sharing the details of how these machines work. From dough making to drying, this blog covers each step of macaroni making process.
Mixing the Dough
At the beginning of the macaroni production, ingredients for the dough mixing are fed into the mixing chamber. The ingredients include semolina flour, water, and optional eggs and flavours. The amount of ingredients is fed in measured quantities to avoid over or under-mixing. Rotating paddle is motorized to mix the dough. The texture of the dough is crumbly and semi-dry, which is ideal for the next step in the line.
Kneading
After mixing, the dough is transferred into the extrusion chamber automatically via conveyor. The kneading process is done for gluten development- an essential part where the structure of macaroni is developed for the perfect shape. The automatic control system signals that the kneading is finished. It provides consistency for even pressure distribution during the next process, i.e., extrusion.
Extrusion
Once the kneading is finished, the die casting tools perform the extrusion process. The dough is pressed and formed into the required shape of macaroni. A rotating cutter slices the macaroni into identical sizes at high speed. The output is uniform in size, but it is soft and the moisture content in it is too high for prolonged storage. At Adventek, we provide different kinds of dies for different kinds of pasta.
Drying
To dry the extruded macaroni pieces, their moisture content needs to be reduced. Being one of the dedicated macaroni making machine manufacturers, Adventek machines also provide Dryers. For continuous production in the automated process, choose our Online Dryer. For an already shaped batch, choose Readymade dryer. We also provide Customized Dryer based on variable production capacity and drying time. These dryers are essential in making them stable and extending their shelf life.
Conclusion
Macaroni making is executed at high speed with the fast-paced and precise production by automated machines. We at Adventek Machines specialize in providing machines for food processing businesses. Our pasta macaroni making machine is heavy-duty, made with food-grade stainless steel for high-volume output at a high production rate. As one of the trusted macaroni making machine manufacturers, we not only deliver our machines but also guide our clients in terms of the production rate ideal for their business, quantity of machines and future support.