Product Overview

The Puff Corn Ring Making Machine is a twin-screw extrusion line used to process corn grits into ring-shaped puffed snacks through cooking, shaping, and cutting.

Technical Specifications

Category	Parameter	Spec (Unit)	Note
Core System	Extruder Type	Co-rotating twin-screw extruder	Standard
	Screw Diameter	70 mm	±0.5
	L/D Ratio	28:1	±0.5
	Main Motor Power	45 kW	Rated
	Screw Speed	0–600 RPM	VFD
	Heating Zones	4 zones	Independent
	Temperature Range	0–200 °C	Adjustable
	Temperature Accuracy	Setpoint	±1.5 °C
	Cutter Speed	0–1200 RPM	VFD
Output	Capacity	250 kg/h	200–260 kg/h
	Expansion Ratio	3.5	3.0–4.0
	Ring Diameter	25 mm	15–35
	Raw Moisture	18%	15–20
	Finished Moisture	3%	2–5
Material	Contact Material	SS304	Food grade
Material	Screw & Barrel	38CrMoAl (HRC60+)	Nitrided
Size & Weight	Machine Weight	2200 kg	±5%
	Machine Size	3200×1200×2100 mm	±50 mm
	Line Layout	20000×1500×2200 mm	Layout
Utilities	Installed Power	105 kW	Incl. dryer
	Running Power	75 kW	±10%
	Power Supply	380V 50Hz 3P	Optional
	Voltage Tolerance	±10%	Stable
	Frequency Tolerance	±2%	-
	Air Pressure	0.6 MPa	0.5–0.8
	Water Use	120 L/h	Recycle

Engineering & Component Standards

Material Specifications
Food Contact Zone: Product-contact parts use SUS304 or SUS316 stainless steel depending on configuration.

Corrosion Resistance: Passivated surfaces protect washdown zones against chemical oxidation during daily sanitization cycles.

Critical Component Brands
Automation Control: PLC system uses Siemens or Mitsubishi depending on project requirements.

Powertrain Components: Main drive uses IE3 efficiency motors from ABB or Schneider.

Rotational Support: Main shaft uses NSK or equivalent industrial bearings.

Extrusion Technology
Thermal Expansion Control: Barrel temperature is controlled by zones to keep expansion stable at the die outlet.

Double Screw Puffed

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Certifications & Quality Assurance (QA)

Compliance & Certifications

Certification	Verification / Legal Efficacy
CE Marking	EU safety, health & environmental compliance for food machinery
ISO 9001:2015	Quality management system for design & manufacturing
UL / CSA Standards	Electrical safety compliance for North American markets
SGS / TÜV Reports	Third-party validation of mechanical & structural safety
Material Certificates (MTR)	Mill test traceability for food-grade stainless steel

Testing
Raw Material Traceability: Mill certificates verify chemical composition compliance for all incoming structural steel batches.

Welding Integrity Testing: Ultrasonic NDT protocols inspect heavy-duty frame welds for internal structural micro-cracks.

Factory Acceptance Testing: 72-hour dry-run test is performed before shipment to check alignment and running stability.

Calibrated Gauge Inspection: Certified instrumentation monitors assembly tolerances of critical rotating components during production.

OEM/ODM & Custom Engineering

Voltage System Modification: Factory engineering adapts main motor windings to align with regional industrial power grids.

PLC Interface Localization: Software teams configure control system screens to support specific operational language requirements.

Floor Plan Optimization: Custom layout drawings position conveyor systems to fit within existing factory space boundaries.

Brand Label Integration: Equipment supports custom equipment nameplates and safety labels matching your local standards.

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Applications

Industry / Sector	Application Method
Snack Food Processing	Thermal extrusion shaping of corn grits
Breakfast Cereal Lines	Forming ready-to-eat ring bases
Pet Food Production	Extruding grain-based formulations
Contract Manufacturing	Multi-recipe co-packing adaptation

After-Sales & Technical Support

Remote Diagnostic Access: Engineers use remote access to check PLC status and diagnose system issues when needed.

Scheduled Preventive Maintenance: Preventive maintenance checklists guide operators on bearing greasing and screw wear measurements.

Wear Parts Inventory: Critical consumables like cutting blades and heating elements maintain high warehouse availability.

Operator Training Programs: Technical modules instruct plant staff on safe startup, shutdown, and cleaning procedures.

Warranty Component Replacement: Verified manufacturing defects qualify for replacement parts under standard factory coverage terms.

FAQ

Q: What is the typical lead time from deposit payment to factory dispatch?

A: Production lead time is usually 30–45 days depending on configuration and workshop schedule.

Q: Can the equipment handle raw materials with varying starch properties?

A: Screw configuration and temperature profile need adjustment for different starch and moisture levels.

Q: How are replacement parts dispatched for urgent breakdown situations?

A: Standard wear parts ship via international express couriers from our central inventory within 48 hours.

Q: What wear-life can be expected from the high-wear screw segments?

A: Nitrided alloy segments typically sustain 2,000 to 4,000 operational hours before requiring dimensional inspection.

Q: Does the system support remote firmware updates for the control logic?

A: Integrated VPN modules allow our engineers to run remote diagnostics and update PLC logic instantly.

Model	TSE65	TSE70	TSE75	TSE78	FSE65-D	TSE85	TSE95
Installed power	74kw	105kw	190kw	280kw	260kw	140kw	160kw
Capacity	100-150kg/h	200-300kg/h	300-400kg/h	400-600kg/h	200-400kg/h	300-400kg/h	500-700kg/h
Dimension	17×1.5×2.2m	20×1.5×2.2m	25×1.5×2.2m	42×5.0×4.2m	40×6.0×4. 2m	25×1.5×2.2m	40×6.0×4. 2m