Chicken Nuggets Fryer Machine
Automatic thermic
heating systems for chicken nugget fryers represent the gold standard for
high-volume, industrial food processing. Unlike traditional direct-fire fryers,
these systems use indirect heating via a heat transfer fluid (thermic oil),
which offers superior temperature stability and preserves oil quality.
How the Automatic
Thermic System Works
The
"Thermic" aspect refers to a Thermic Fluid Heater (or Boiler). Instead of a flame touching the frying tank, the process follows these steps:
- Heating: A separate heater warms a
specialized thermal oil to high temperatures.
- Circulation: This hot thermal fluid is
pumped through a closed-loop system of coils or a heat exchanger submerged
in the frying oil.
- Heat Exchange: The heat is transferred
gently from the coils to the frying oil.
- PID Control: Sensors monitor the
temperature and automatically adjust the flow of the thermal fluid to
maintain a precise set point.
Key Benefits for
Chicken Nugget Production
|
Feature |
Benefit |
|
Uniform Heat |
Prevents
"hot spots," ensuring every nugget has the same golden-brown color
and crispiness. |
|
Oil Preservation |
Indirect heating
prevents the frying oil from scorching, extending its life and reducing Free
Fatty Acids (FFAs). |
|
Energy Efficiency |
High thermal
retention means the system consumes less fuel/electricity once it reaches
operating temperature. |
|
Safety |
Reduces the risk
of oil fires since there is no open flame near the combustible frying oil. |
Technical
Specifications (Standard Industrial Models)
- Capacity: Typically ranges from 300 kg/hr
to 1,000+ kg/hr.
- Material: Full SS 304 or SS 316 food-grade
stainless steel construction.
- Frying Temperature: Generally maintained
at 180°C (350°F) for nuggets.
- Automation: PLC-controlled touchscreens
for managing belt speed, temperature, and oil levels.
- Filtration: Integrated continuous oil
filtration systems to remove breading debris and "fines."
Leading
Configurations
- Continuous Belt Fryers: Best for
high-volume lines. They use a double-mesh belt to keep
nuggets submerged so they cook evenly on both sides.
- Batch Fryers with Auto-Discharge: Suitable
for medium-scale operations where different product recipes are run
throughout the day.
