For a high-capacity industrial line producing 3,000 kg/hr (3 Tons/hr) of raw Potato processing, , these lines are almost exclusively Fully Automatic to maintain consistency and hygiene at such high speeds.

Based on the 1:6 yield ratio, a 3,000 kg/hr raw input line will produce roughly 500–600 kg/hr of finished dry potato chips.

1. Potato Peeler (3,000 kg/hr)

At this capacity, a Continuous Abrasive Peeler (Octagonal or Drum type) is used.

• Mechanism: Potatoes enter one end and travel through a rotating drum with abrasive rollers while water sprays remove the skin.¹
• Material: Heavy-duty SS 304.²

2. Potato Slicer (3,000 kg/hr)

You require a High-Speed Centrifugal Slicer (often called a "Urschel" style slicer in the industry).

• Performance: Capable of handling up to 4 tons/hr to ensure no bottleneck.
• Blades: Precision adjustable for thickness (0.5mm to 2.0mm).

3. Continuous Blancher (3,000 kg/hr)

A Continuous Belt Blancher or Screw Blancher is necessary to deactivate enzymes and remove surface starch.³

• Heating: Steam-jacketed or Direct Steam injection (most efficient for 3 tons).
• Features: Variable speed belt to control "dwell time" (usually 2–4 minutes).⁴

4. Continuous Belt Dryer (500 kg/hr Finished Product)

Since your finished product target is 500 kg/hr of "ready material," you need a multi-tier belt dryer.

• Design: 3-layer or 5-layer SS mesh belt system.
• Heating: Hot air circulation via steam radiators or gas burners.
• Function: Reduces surface moisture to <2% before the chips hit the fryer (crucial for oil savings).

Critical Requirement: Steam Boiler

For a 3,000 kg/hr blancher and dryer, Electric heating is NOT cost-effective. You will need a 1 Ton or 2 Ton Steam Boiler (Gas or Briquette fired) to provide the necessary heat for the blanching and drying process.