Food processing
Whatever goes into the machine must not end up in the product.
In the food industry, specific rules apply to every technical component: hygiene takes priority. Gearboxes used in close proximity to food must be completely leak-proof, made from food-grade materials and able to withstand frequent cleaning cycles – often involving aggressive cleaning agents and high-pressure water. At the same time, they must operate reliably, as production downtime in food processing is costly.
CHEMNITZER ZAHNRADFABRIK develops specialized gearboxes for food processing applications that meet both hygiene requirements and technical performance criteria – without compromising on either.
Typical requirements for the gearbox
- Use of food-grade lubricants (H1 lubricants according to NSF)
- Corrosion-resistant materials and surfaces that withstand frequent wet cleaning
- High level of sealing to protect against product contamination and the ingress of dirt
- Smooth, easy-to-clean external surfaces without dirt traps
- Reliable operation under varying temperatures (from cold stores to high-temperature processes)
- ong maintenance intervals for high plant availability
What we offer
We design food-grade gearboxes with particular attention to material selection, sealing concepts and surface finishes. Food-grade lubricants are incorporated into the design from the outset. On request, we manufacture in stainless steel or with special coatings that meet the requirements of the food industry. At the same time, we ensure that the drive performance – torque, speed and gear ratio – is precisely tailored to your process.
Typical gearbox types and application examples
- Planetary gearboxes for bakery dough kneading machines with combined kneading and mixing movements
- Circular blade drives for bread slicing machines with combined cutting and feed movements
- Gearboxes for meat mincer extruders and conveyor systems
- Drives for filling and packaging machines in hygienic designs
- Agitation drives for mixing and homogenization systems
Does your process have hygiene requirements that no standard gearbox can meet? We develop the right solution – clean, reliable and tailored to your process.
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