POTATO CHIPS PROCESSING Complete Solutions For Your Potato Processing Needs Since the 1970’s, PPM Technologies has supplied complete lines for the global potato processing and snack food industries. By listening and working closely with customers, PPM Technologies has continued the rich history of providing state-of-the-art processing solutions. Our unique body of knowledge covers everything from raw product handling to frying to distribution and packaging systems. The innovative SWS (Slice Washing System) combines slicing with gentle washing. Featuring a counter-flow wash system, fresh water consumption is reduced by 40% or more and lowers the content of starch and proteins in the oil. PEELING AND WASHING TECHNOLOGY The first step in processing snack foods is preparation of the raw product. For potato chip processing raw potatoes are pre-washed and stones removed to protect damage from your processing equipment. The APS (Abrasive Peeling System) is the next step in preparing the potatoes for slicing and frying. The peeler features adjustable peeling and brushing levels improving product yield and the high speed virtually eliminates water consumption. An optional CBS (Continuous Blanching System) features a cross circulation water bath to ensure even blanching of each slice. By evenly blanching each slice, a lower sugar content is achieved creating a more uniform color chip after frying. This offers greater flexibility in the style of potatoes you use to process your chips. The potato slices are then rinsed one more time and conveyed for more effective removal of surface water before entering the fryer. FRYING TECHNOLOGY The frying process is the most important operation in the processing of potato chips. Our ZFS (Zonal Frying System) ensures even frying by adding and extracting oil through several inlets and outlets. This allows controllable and more uniform temperature profiles along fryer and minimizes oil volume. Distribution Systems Packaging Elevating Conveyor ZFS for Potato Chips (Zonal Frying System) Salting/Spicing Day Tank LFS (Low Fat System) RDS Refreshing & Dewatering CBS (Continous Blanching System) SWS (Slice Washing System) Cutting Machine Inspection Belt APS (Abrasive Peeling System) Intake WDS (Washing Destoning System) Our knowledge in the potato processing industry is unmatched making us the perfect partner for processing potato chips. From continuous fried to fabricated potato chips, PPM Technologies is your ideal single source supplier. Our unique body of knowledge covers everything from raw product handling to frying to distribution and packaging systems. To promote separation, potato slices are separated in the front end of the fryer by our patented FIST™ (Flow Injection Side Turbulent) system. The FIST and Zonal Flow systems combine to provide the lowest possible FFA (Free Fatty Acid) values. To maintain high quality oil and to achieve even heat transfer, the fryer is equipped with an outer frying oil circulation system. A continuous oil filter, circulation pump, and heat exchanger combine to supply and maintain the freshest oil. Many processors are interested in providing a lower fat, healthier product. With the LFS (Low Fat System) fat content can be reduced by as much as 35% over typical levels. This innovative, proprietary high temperature steam process reduces product fat content and preserves the recovered oil quality. SWS (Slice Washing System) ZFS for Potato Chips (Zonal Frying System) SORTING TECHNOLOGY Once fried, the crispy potato chips are ready for inspection to ensure a quality packaged product. The Guardian Sorter scans for defects and tonal variations such as green and black spots on the finished product. FLAVORING TECHNOLOGY The potato chips are now ready for flavoring. From highly viscous oils to hydroscopic coatings, PPM Technologies offers a variety of coating and seasoning solutions. Our broad range of applicators includes Continuous Oil Applicators, Dry Ingredient Applicators, and Slurry Coating Applicators ensuring your snack is flavored evenly. And, our Libra™ Technology offers improved seasoning yield by controlling seasoning to real-time product flow. LFS (Low Fat System) Guardian Sorter PRODUCT HANDLING TECHNOLOGY Once flavored, product is ready to be packaged. PPM Technologies offers a variety of product handling solutions. The VF Advance™ product line offers processors a simple, reliable electromagnetic option for conveying, virtually eliminating maintenance. And our Special Delivery™ and eclipse™ conveyors provide a gentle horizontal motion alternative for your delicate products. WEIGHING TECHNOLOGY For weighing needs, PPM Technologies offers a series of Libra™ range of weighing technology. We also work with various suppliers to offer complete, integrated lines. With over 35 years in providing snack solutions, PPM Technologies has the knowledge and experience to provide you with the complete solution for your processing needs. High Volume Dry Ingredient Seasoner Mini VF ABOUT PPM TECHNOLOGIES PPM Technologies, LLC. is a leading supplier to the global food processing and packaging industry. Innovation and commitment are the cornerstone of our business enabling us to deliver innovative products that meet ever changing consumer demands. From poultry to cereal, we innovate, create and deliver solutions that enable customers to succeed in today’s competitive market. Unique processing technology. With close to 100 years experience and continued release of innovative products, our technologies continue to enhance the performance of global processing lines. PPM Technologies offers a wide range of products offering processors ideal solutions for thermal processing, product handling, sorting, flavouring, weighing and packaging. Our products allow processors to benefit from choice when selecting the solutions for their unique products. Product Flow 100% 88% 12% 70% 18% 35% 35% 35% The PPM Technologies Proportional Gate distribution system will provide a continuous supply of product to each station eliminating wait time for product. Americas—PPM Technologies LLC 500 E. Illinois Street | Newberg OR 97132 | USA 800.246.2034 | 503.538.8575 fax [email protected] Europe | Middle East | Africa—PPM Technologies LLC Stokenchurch | UK +44 1494 682800 | +44 1494 682801 fax [email protected] Asia—PPM Technologies LLC Tokyo | JAPAN +81 3 5842 3031 | +81 3 5842 3032 fax [email protected] 4/11 ppmtech.com