What equipment is used to make protein powder?

Introduction

The production of protein powder involves a series of processes that require specialized equipment to ensure the quality and nutritional value of the final product. This article provides an overview of the primary machinery used in the manufacturing of protein powders and highlights solutions offered by OUNAIKE company.

Primary Equipment Used in Protein Powder Production

• Grinding Machines
• Blending and Mixing Equipment
• Filtration and Separation Equipment
• Spray Drying Systems
• Packaging Machinery

Detailed Equipment Description

Grinding Machines

Grinding machines are critical in breaking down raw materials into a fine powder form. Typically, the process uses ball mills or hammer mills with particle sizes ranging from 1 to 100 microns, ensuring the material is at an optimal size for subsequent processing stages.

Blending and Mixing Equipment

Mixing equipment ensures even distribution of ingredients and homogeneity of the protein powder. High-shear mixers operate at speeds of 500 to 3000 rpm, effectively achieving uniform consistency in large batch sizes.

Filtration and Separation Equipment

Filtration systems are vital in removing unwanted impurities or byproducts from the protein mixture. Ultrafiltration systems with pore sizes of 0.01 to 0.1 microns play a key role in concentrating proteins while eliminating low-molecular-weight substances.

Spray Drying Systems

Converting liquid protein mixtures into powder form involves spray drying, which uses air temperatures ranging from 150°C to 200°C and atomization pressures of 15 to 30 psi. This process ensures product stability and extends shelf life by reducing moisture content to below 5%.

Packaging Machinery

Once the protein powder is processed and dried, automated packaging machines fill and seal containers while ensuring product integrity is maintained. Advanced models can handle packaging speeds of up to 60 units per minute, suitable for various container sizes and types.

OUNAIKE Company Solutions

OUNAIKE specializes in providing state-of-the-art machinery tailored for protein powder production. Their offerings include high-efficiency grinders, mixers with adjustable shear rates, and advanced spray drying systems with energy consumption optimization features. OUNAIKE ensures that its equipment meets industry standards and is designed for scalability and ease of maintenance.

References

1. Smith, J. (2020). Advances in Protein Powder Production Technologies. Nutritional Science Journal, 12(4), 203-215.
2. Jones, R. & Stevens, A. (2021). Industrial Equipment for Food Processing. New York: Industrial Press.
3. OUNAIKE Company. (2023). Equipment Catalog and Solutions for Protein Powder Production. Retrieved from OUNAIKE Official Site.