Chopper/Blender SE

The JBT Marel Chopper/Blender SE processes frozen ingredients into a pumpable slurry containing small frozen particles. Its 80-gallon tank is designed for processors with smaller production needs, allowing them to prepare frozen product for the next processing step without waiting for it to thaw completely.

Applications include frozen juice concentrates, single-strength and not-from-concentrate (NFC) fruit juices, pulp, fruit and vegetable purées, beverage bases, and broth or bone broth.

The SE can be configured with loading, heating, cleaning and discharge equipment to suit your process. We can help evaluate your product, container format, required capacity and available space to determine whether the SE fits your current needs and planned growth.

• Throughput: Standard quoted capacity of 4 drums per hour. Actual throughput depends on product characteristics, temperature, preparation, feeding and downstream capacity.
• Tank capacity: 80 US gallons (303 litres)
• Construction: Stainless steel with a conical tank bottom for drainage
• Heating: Hot-water jackets around the lower tank and tank bottom, with a separate jacket beneath the intake chute
• Container size: Ideal for small pales and blocks, but can handle up to 55 US gallons (208 litres), subject to loading arrangement

Clean-in-place components
An optional hopper lid and cleaning sprays distribute cleaning solution inside the machine. Confirm the required cleaning solution supply and connections for your installation.

Hot-water set
A separate hot-water set supplies the heating jackets when the plant’s existing hot-water system cannot meet the process requirements. Selection depends on available utilities and the required heating duty.

Discharge pump
A positive-displacement pump transfers slurry to the next processing step. Pump selection depends on the product, required flow and transfer piping.

Keep your frozen ingredient processing operation running reliably with planned maintenance, spare parts and technical support for your Chopper/Blender SE. Regular inspections and timely replacement of worn components help reduce unplanned downtime and maintain a dependable supply to your next processing step.

Ask about a ProCare service agreement tailored to your equipment, production schedule and maintenance resources.