Are you seeking a smarter, more efficient way to scale pet treat production without compromising product consistency or safety? Continuous mixing offers a proven, advanced solution by replacing the inefficiencies of batch processing with an automated, uninterrupted flow of dough. Exact Mixing’s EX Continuous Mixer is designed for treat production, combining high output with precise ingredient control and built-in food safety features. Our mixing systems deliver the precision, speed, and flexibility needed to keep up with evolving market demands.
About the EX Continuous Mixer
The EX Mixer model is designed to handle wheat-based products and low-viscosity powder/liquid mixtures, making it perfect for various pet treats, including soft chews, baked biscuits, and crunchy snacks. It gently mixes dough without generating excessive heat, preserving the integrity of heat-sensitive ingredients and ensuring consistent product quality.
- High Production Rates: Produces up to 7,500 kg of dough per hour and efficiently supports small-scale and large-scale operations.
- Automated Ingredient Metering: Ensures precise and uninterrupted ingredient metering, reducing waste and improving consistency.
- Flexible Recipe Handling: Capable of accommodating a wide range of formulations, including those with inclusions (e.g., seeds, vitamins, flavor bursts), the EX Mixer supports R&D teams and rapid product diversification.
- Integrated Kill-Step Capability: Quickly heats dough to the required kill temperature within a precise range, enhancing food safety by eliminating pathogens without manual handling.
- Intuitive User Interface and Controls: Touchscreen-based controls provide operators with real-time monitoring and adjustment tools, making the system easy to operate and responsive to process changes.
- Enhanced Sanitation and Maintenance: The clamshell design and Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems allow easy access for cleaning and maintenance, ensuring compliance with stringent hygiene standards.
The systems integrate easily with automated lines, enabling manufacturers to scale their operations without investing in entirely new infrastructure. For pet treat manufacturers, the EX Continuous Mixer translates to higher throughput, improved scheduling, and less risk of production delays.
Supporting Sustainability Goals
Efficiency goes hand in hand with sustainability. Exact Mixing systems are engineered for lower energy consumption by eliminating idle time, reducing start-stop cycles, and optimizing motor usage. This helps manufacturers reduce utility costs, decrease carbon emissions, and create a cooler production environment with less heat output.
In addition to reducing energy consumption, our mixers support sustainability in several other meaningful ways:
- Reduced Ingredient Waste: Automated, precise ingredient metering ensures that the flour, liquids, supplements, and flavors are used in the correct ratio. This eliminates the overuse and scrap often seen in batch systems, reducing raw material waste and improving overall yield.
- Fewer Cleaning Cycles: With CIP and hygienic construction, mixers require fewer manual cleanouts than traditional batch mixers. This reduces water usage, cleaning chemicals, and labor, contributing to more resource-conscious operations.
- Longer Equipment Life: Our systems operate with less mechanical stress due to their steady, controlled process. That means fewer breakdowns, reduced parts replacement, and less waste generated from worn-out components, supporting a longer equipment lifecycle and minimizing environmental impact over time.
Precision Mixing Solutions for Pet Treats
For manufacturers looking to optimize pet treat production, maintain quality, and support sustainability, Exact Mixing offers a future-ready solution. From reducing waste and operational costs to improving safety and product consistency, our continuous mixing systems streamline operations and position facilities for long-term success in a competitive market.
To learn more or request a customized solution, contact Exact Mixing today. We are here to help you find the right system for your needs.
