Meat substitutes

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Consumers are increasingly opting for plant-based alternatives based on soy, peas, lupin or other protein-rich raw materials. For producers of meat substitutes, this means that production lines must be reliable, hygienic and scalable to meet growing demand.

Conveyor belts play a crucial role here. During the production process, raw materials are mixed, formed, cooked or coated. This often happens under conditions where high temperatures, moisture and grease are a challenge for the installations used. Tribelt metal conveyor belts offer a robust and sustainable solution for this. They are heat-resistant, easy to clean and ensure stable transport, even when used intensively.

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Our conveyor belts support the most important processes in meat substitutes:

  • Raw material processing: In the production of meat substitutes, everything starts with the raw materials. The efficient transport of soya, peas, lupin or other vegetable proteins requires robust and hygienic transport solutions. Our metal conveyor belts are specially designed to minimize dust formation and are easy to maintain, preventing contamination. Thanks to variable bandwidths, different materials and cleaning-friendly designs, we tailor each solution to the specific raw materials of our customers. Together, we determine the right belt configuration, speed and version to ensure that the processing process runs smoothly and safely.
  • Mixing and Extruding: When mixing and extruding raw materials, accuracy is crucial. Our conveyor belts support this process by ensuring consistent supplies to mixers and extruders. Variants such as stainless steel open belt structures or specially coated surfaces prevent sticking and ensure stable product transport, even with sticky or moist masses. We recommend the optimal belt direction, angle and speed so that product flow remains continuous and controlled and the extruder performs at maximum performance.
  • Shaping and Coating: Extrusion is followed by the formation, texturing and possibly coating of meat substitutes. Our solutions make it possible to move products accurately and efficiently from one production line to another. Special drive options, adjustable guidance systems and modular tracks ensure flexibility in various product sizes and shapes. By looking at product properties, such as weight, size and surface, together with the customer, we can provide conveyor belts that minimize damage and maintain optimal quality.
  • Packaging and Logistics: In the final phase of the process, our conveyor belts support packaging and preparation for distribution. Through automated line integration and customization such as belt covers, discharge points and safety facilities, we contribute to faster throughput, fewer failures and higher product safety. We work closely with packaging partners to ensure that the conveyor belts are perfectly connected to weighing and packaging machines, so that each batch is processed efficiently and hygienically.
  • Customization and cooperation:Every production line in the meat substitute industry has unique challenges. Our strength lies in developing tailor-made transport solutions, tailored to material, product properties and process step. Together with the customer, we analyse processes, advise on materials and designs and create conveyor belts that work reliably, efficiently and hygienically. For example, we are the partner for every manufacturer who wants to guarantee quality and continuity in the production process.

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