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For technical advice please contact our sales team at: 

Phone    +49 (0) 72 22 / 90 79 - 0
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Machines for the production of meat substitutes

Machines and plants for the production of meat substitutes

Probst & Class develops and manufactures both individual components and whole plants for the production of meat substitutes.

Every end product needs its own bespoke machine configuration.

Our strategy for perfect customisation: puclab.

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puclab – Pilot

Make an appointment for preliminary tests in our pilot plant.

We give you and your product as much time as needed. Together with your technicians/engineers, we determine the best possible configuration for your new PUC machine in our test lab and plan its integration into your process.

puclab – On-Site

Test a PUC mill in your plant or laboratory.

Talk to our technical support to define the requirements for your process and product. We then provide you with a suitable machine, free of charge, and offer support for your in-house trials.

puclab – Remote

Send us your raw materials for testing.

Based on your specifications and materials, we determine the best machine configuration for your end product in our technical centre. Using different grinder sets and settings, we can calculate within a few hours how your new PUC mill needs to be configured, without charge.

Contact our sales department

Still unsure about the best way to proceed?
Simply contact the sales team. We are happy to help you.

Probst & Class Colloid Mill

Probst & Class Colloid Mill EL

Examples of meat substitute products made with machines from Probst & Class

Tofu: Tofu is a popular meat substitute made from soya beans. It has a characteristic mild flavour and a versatile texture that allows it to be used as a meat substitute in various dishes.

Seitan: Seitan, also known as wheat gluten, is made from wheat protein. It has a fibrous texture and can be sliced or diced and used as a meat substitute in many dishes.

Soya meat: Soya meat or soya protein meat is made from soya protein and has a fibrous texture similar to meat. It comes in different forms such as strips, mince or cubes and is versatile.

Mushrooms: Mushrooms such as portobello, shiitake or oyster mushrooms have a meaty texture and can be used as a meat substitute in many dishes. They can be fried, grilled or used as a filling in burgers or sandwiches.

Pulses: Pulses such as beans, lentils and chickpeas can be used as meat substitutes in the form of burger patties, falafels or stews. They are rich in protein and fibre.

Gemüsebasierte Fleischersatzprodukte: Es gibt auch verschiedene Produkte auf Gemüsebasis, die als Fleischersatz dienen können, wie zum Beispiel Gemüseburger, Gemüsewürstchen oder Gemüse-Nuggets. Diese werden aus einer Kombination von Gemüse, Getreide, Hülsenfrüchten und Gewürzen hergestellt.

Process steps in the production of meat substitutes

First, the ingredients are prepared according to the recipe. This may involve soaking, cooking, pregrinding or mixing the ingredients to achieve a suitable consistency and texture.

The ingredients prepared in this way are crushed and ground in the colloid mill. The colloid mill uses its grinding and cutting mechanisms to thoroughly grind the ingredients and achieve a uniform consistency. This results in a meat-like texture. Spices and other flavourings can also be added at this stage to enhance the taste. After the ingredients have been processed in the colloid mill, they are mixed together in the desired proportions. 

Production process

Processing and production can be done with Probst & Class mills and systems in a batch process or continuous inline process, depending on the requirements. We are happy to advise you as to the advantages and disadvantages of the processes as well as system integration. Please send us an enquiry for our puclab service. 

Production process

Processing and production can be done with Probst & Class mills and systems in a batch process or continuous inline process, depending on the requirements. We are happy to advise you as to the advantages and disadvantages of the processes as well as system integration. Please send us an enquiry for our puclab service.   

Probst & Class as a supplier to the food industry

Probst & Class mills have been used in state-of-the-art food processing for 80 years. Both widely used meat substitutes such as tofu and the most modern artificial meat can be produced using a PUC. 

The high production quality of PUC machines usually guarantees a service life of several decades. The supply of spare and wear parts even for very early models guarantees a safe investment and low total cost of ownership.

 

Find your ideal machine, reliably and quickly 

In the almost 100-year history of Probst & Class, there is one constant: Practically every end product needs its own individual machine configuration!

Two special features of Probst & Class guarantee the highest satisfaction and loyalty of our customers: The simple convertibility of our machines and our approach to customisation. 

What has been part of our success for decades is now a strategy. We call this strategy puclab.

puclab is more than a development lab

  • System consulting: Holistic concepts for the construction of new systems and the conversion of systems to other products
  • Outsourced R&D for our customers' wet grinding, mixing and degassing processes
  • Preliminary trials to help decide on the optimal process
  • Further development of processes in case of changed specifications
  • Application database with test set-ups, test results and videos

puclab – Pilot

Make an appointment for preliminary tests in our pilot plant.

We give you and your product as much time as needed. Together with your technicians/engineers, we determine the best possible configuration for your new PUC machine in our test lab and plan its integration into your process.

puclab – On-Site

Test a PUC mill in your plant or laboratory.

Talk to our technical support to define the requirements for your process and product. We then provide you with a suitable machine, free of charge, and offer support for your in-house trials.

puclab – Remote

Send us your raw materials for testing.

Based on your specifications and materials, we determine the best machine configuration for your end product in our technical centre. Using different grinder sets and settings, we can calculate within a few hours how your new PUC mill needs to be configured, without charge.

Contact our sales department

Still unsure about the best way to proceed?
Simply contact the sales team. We are happy to help you.