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Seedmaster® – top product quality with minimized energy requirement.

- Massive energy savings
- Top product quality
- Enhanced efficiency
- Very easy operation and sanitation

SeedMaster®

The Seedmaster® has revolutionized the precrystallization process in chocolate production. Instead of the conventional tempering machine, Buhler relies on seed crystallization: The Seedmaster® produces a cocoa butter crystal suspension (CBCS), which is added at a continuous rate to the chocolate, filling, or nougat mass. The V and VI crystals are dispersed in the viscosity-controlled mixing unit, where they seed crystallization. The Seedmaster® is available in two design versions: Single for one or Twin for two independent production lines. Massive energy savings thanks to optimized throughput. 
  • The automatic online throughput optimizing feature is based on the consumption volume of the line and reduces average energy consumption by at least 30% - in wet shell production for example as high as 75%. 
  • Seed precrystallization of the mass in the Seedmaster® requires only one instead of three cooling zones of a conventional tempering machine – appreciably reducing the cost of the process.

Top product quality through optimized crystallization. 

  • Seed precrystallization ensures a visually impeccable, glossy surface of the end product. 
  • The Seedmaster® generates a stable crystal structure which retards the migration of fat. The result: The chocolate is perceptibly less prone to fat bloom. 
  • Seed crystallization increases the storage stability especially of filled products.

Enhanced efficiency through optimized production process.
The optimized crystallization process significantly reduces the scrap rate and downtimes: 

  • For a given tempering degree, the Seedmaster® achieves a lower viscosity. The mass spreads optimally throughout the mould during depositing. 
  • Thanks to improved removal from the mould and contraction of the chocolate mass, the end product can be more easily demoulded.

Easy operation and sanitation. 

  • In recipe changes, the Seedmaster® reduces both the retooling times and the required volume of flushing mass by as much as 50%. 
  • Thanks to its rugged design, the Seedmaster® is easy to operate which minimizes maintenance costs and downtimes.

Contact

Bühler Bindler GmbH
Kölner Str. 102-108
51702 Bergneustadt
Germany
T: +49 2261 4091-0
F: +49 2261 4091-95
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Support Helpline

In case of operating issues with process control systems or mechanical equipment, please contact the Bühler Support Helpline:
T: +49 1737 2681-00