This category encompasses a range of machinery designed for the thermal treatment of various food products, facilitating processes such as baking, drying, and frying. It includes specialized equipment like industrial ovens, dryers, and fryers, alongside blanchers for pre-cooking, branders for surface marking, searers for surface browning, and roasters for enhancing flavor and texture. These machines play a critical role in preparing a wide array of food items, from bakery goods and meats to vegetables and snack foods, ensuring they are cooked to the desired level before moving on to the packaging phase.

Typical products and applications include:

• Breads, rolls, and pastries: Baked in industrial ovens for consistent crust and texture
• Meats and plant-based proteins: Searers and roasters used to brown, cook, or enhance flavor
• Potato chips, snacks, and extruded products: Fried or dried to achieve desired crispness
• Vegetables (e.g., green beans, carrots): Blanched prior to freezing or canning to preserve color and texture
• Coffee beans or nuts: Roasted for flavor development and shelf stability

Additional Considerations:

• Provides consistent cooking results: Controlled heat settings ensure even treatment across products
• Supports large-scale production: Available in batch or continuous flow systems for high-throughput operations
• Improves flavor and appearance: Equipment like branders and searers create appealing textures and markings
• Energy-efficient options available: Many modern machines are designed to reduce energy use while maintaining performance
• Built for cleanliness and safety: Constructed with food-grade materials and designed for easy cleaning and maintenance