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BUNS & ROLLS PROCESSING
are selected, and then how the overall system complements
itself to make this possible. "
Schellens noted the forming, decorating, rounding
and moulding units on Verhoeven's lines can be added
or passed through as needed based on the product being
run. The company's NewCap handling lines have the
flexibility to produce artisan buns and rolls.
THE DECORATING STAGE IS
CRITICAL IN ACHIEVING THE
HANDMADE ARTISAN LOOK
CONSUMERS ARE SEEKING.
" We do this by using peel boards or placing the dough
products on indented trays for the more traditionallooking
products, " he said.
Boxey observed that decorating units can be easily
wheeled in and out to achieve the desired end-product
characteristics.
" With the combined AMF Flex dividing and rounding
technology alongside our AMF Tromp sheeting and
decorating capabilities, AMF is able to offer modular
makeup solutions controlled by recipe-management
software to ensure bakers can produce the widest range
of products with quick product changeover utilizing the
same mixing, proofing, baking and cooling systems, "
she said.
Schellens added that the longer processing times of
artisan breads may also require bakers to expand their
lines, depending on how much of their production is
dedicated to these breads. Equipment suppliers have
adapted in response. Schellens noted that years ago, peel
boards on average were 1-by-1 meter. Today, most are
3-by-1.2 meters, with some as high as 4-by-1.5 meters.
" With the larger peel board sizes, we can keep the
conveying speed low to maintain a dough-friendly process, "
Schellens explained. " And, with this way of conveying,
we are also able to produce a production line in
a small footprint.
Slower line speeds may also reduce waste and minimize
equipment breakdown and maintenance.
" This results in higher efficiency of our production
lines and better margins for our customers, " he said.
Gemini's low-stress Craftmaster lines can produce artisan
bread in large quantities, said Jerry Murphy, vice
president of sales. The makeup lines are available in
widths ranging from 32 to 52 inches.
Rheon has similarly boosted throughput capabilities
on its artisan lines in recent years as demand has grown.
" Just in the last few years, we have been able to increase
our cut-by-weight systems by 50%, " Giacoio said.
" This system cuts each piece of dough based on a target
weight, and then it is checked for accuracy. "
Artisan buns and rolls are flourishing, offering significant
opportunity for manufacturers. With the proper
tools and know-how, traditional bun and roll bakers
can run these artisan products on their lines without
skipping a beat, making the most of the category's
momentum.
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