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3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

Pre-Treatment of raw cocoa beans for nib processing

Advantages

  • Optimized Pre-Treatment for Maximum Product Quality

    Effective shell separation, gentle, aroma-preserving heat treatment (<80 °C) and precise moisture control optimize the downstream roasting process for maximum product quality.

    3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

  • Maximized Yield

    Adjustable moisture targets ensure reduced fines generation for maximized nib yield.

    3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

  • Low Cost, Maximum Availability

    Minimal equipment investment and low maintenance requirements ensure minimum costs and maximum availability.

    3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

  • Versatile Energy Use

    Compatibility with multiple energy sources (steam or optional electric heating) ensures maximum operational flexibility.

    3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

Built to solve. Designed to deliver.

The PROBAT CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft is specifically designed for the initial pre-treatment of raw cocoa beans, focusing on removing the pulp from the shell – a critical step known as "popping". This process allows optimal separation of the shell and nibs, significantly reducing yield losses prior to nib roasting. The PROBAT MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer, installed upstream, initiates this separation through targeted steam treatment. The MDB is essential to ensure that shell/nib separation meets regulatory quality standards.

In the CCS, cocoa beans are gently conveyed from top to bottom through several processing stages. Maintaining product temperatures below 80°C preserves flavor integrity and creates optimal conditions for downstream roasting. Precise moisture control enhances the Maillard reaction during subsequent roasting, resulting in superior flavor development. Within the MDB, finely adjustable heat, pressure and steam settings support the popping effect and ensure efficient separation of the nibs from the kernel.

Versions

VersionsMDB/CCS 2000MDB/CCS 4000MDB/CCS 6000MDB/CCS 8000
Capacity [kg/h]2,0004,0006,0008,000
Steam requirement [kg/h]450–500900–1,0001,350–1,5001,800–2,000
Connected load [kW]234567.590
3d rendering of MDB Microbatch DeBacterizer / CCS Continuous Conditioner Shaft

SOFTWARE

Productivity is the measure of all manufacturing processes, including food processing. PROBAT control solutions ensure that machines and plants all over the world produce coffee, cocoa, chocolate and snack foods of the highest quality day after day - with optimum performance, maximum energy efficiency and plant availability.

SERVICE

For PROBAT, the customer and his needs are always in the focus. Constant communication is the key to our success. This also applies to our service, where we continuously keep an eye on the entire product life cycle and the service-relevant life phases of our machines and plants.

SMARTER SYSTEMS – BETTER COCOA PROCESSING WITH INTELLIGENT SENSOR TECHNOLOGY

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