FAQ of Gummy Bear Machine

(1) Why Should You Buy Gummy Bear Machines

The gummy bear is a unique dessert in the candy industry.

Since the 1920s, gummy bears have been an internationally popular candy. Fans range in age from children to seniors.

Gummy bear machine is suitable for gummy vitamins or supplements, CBD gummy bears, THC gummy bears, honey gummies, medicinal gummies, and functional gummies.

The starch-free commercial gummy bear machine is clean, inexpensive, and labor-saving.

The output of the commercial gummy bear machine ranges from 50 kg/h to 600 kg/h.

The PLC-controlled machinery for producing gummy bears is straightforward to use.

With a single gummy bear machine, you may produce an assortment of gummy bears with center filling, several colors, double layers, and other confectionery market-appealing characteristics.

Upgrade your gummy bear to different shaped gummy sweets to reduce costs.

 

 

(2)  What are the Specifications for Commercial Gummy Bear Equipment

 

♦ Heating method for gummy bear cooker

Depending on the circumstances of your market, you can select electrical heating or steam heating for the cookers. Compare the cost of electricity to the cost of steam and choose the more economical option. If you prefer a high output rate per hour for gummy bears, then steam heating is your best option. Even if you purchase a steam boiler initially, steam will be less expensive than electricity in the long run.

 

♦ The hourly output of gummy bears

Every gummy bear machine must be designed with a maximum capacity; the actual capacity will depend on the size and weight of the gummy bears.

Provide an illustration: if the gummy bear production line can produce up to 300 kg/h.

If you wish to create gummy bears similar to Haribo gummy bears that are around 2 centimeters (0.8 inches) long and weigh about 2.5 grams, your ultimate output will be 2.5g x 50strokes/min x 10 x 2cavities x 60 minutes = 150 kilograms per hour.

If you additionally wish to produce 5grams of gummy bears, your final output will be 5g x 50 strokes per minute x 10 x 2 cavities x 60 minutes = 300 kilograms per hour.

 

♦ Dimensions of the gumball machine

Depending on capacity, the dimensions of the entire gummy bear production line will vary. The greater the capacity, the more space is required.

If your factory rent is exorbitant, you can discover outstanding manufacturers and construct a linear, U, or L-shaped production line based on the space you have available.

 

♦ Power utilization

You should take into account the following factors:

The greater the capacity, the more the electrical power required.
If heating using a steam boiler, the steam pressure ranges from 0.2 to 0.6 MPa.

Typically, the line is managed by PLC, therefore the entire gummy bear production line can be supervised by only two or three workers.

Compressed air is required for molding and packaging machines, with steam pressure requirements ranging from 0.2 to 0.6 MPa and air consumption ranging from 0.2 to 0.6 m3/min (in cubic meters per minute).

 

♦ Condition and production

Typically, a gummy bear depositing machine requires Luminosity: 50Lux, Temperature: 2030°C, and Humidity: 4550%. Please check with your supplier and create production conditions that fit these specifications.

 

 

 

(3) How to Select Gummy Bear Machines for Commercial Use

If you are contemplating purchasing a commercial/industrial gummy bear machine, you should consider the following:

Richly experienced and trustworthy gummy bear machine maker who will save you time and provide you with expert guidance.

High-quality gummy bear equipment, which will result in little downtime and high-quality gummy bear products.

High value confectionery technology, flexible functions for other gummy candies, even for hard candies, toffee, and lollipops (Customized design).

The gummy bear machine includes certifications such as CE, ISO9001, SGS, etc. Permit the Professional third-party organization to provide oversight on your behalf.

Seeing is believing; evaluate multiple gummy bear machine factories and conduct a field inspection before selecting the best provider.

Compare not only the price, quality, brand components, materials, machine performance, and durability of the gummy bear machine, but also the supplier’s similar project experience, communication, after-sales service response speed, etc.

 

(4) What are the Gummy Bear Machine Key Components

 

Gummy bear cooking machine for mass production

This component consists of a sugar dissolving cooker, a gelation or pectin dissolving cooker, a buffer tank, a mixing tank and connected frame, double-layered tube, and pumps. It also has a PLC controller to monitor the cooking temperature, and when the syrup is ready, it is pumped directly to the depositor hopper.

Advantages:

YES, it is a batch cooker, however it can be used for all sorts of Jelly/gummy, has been designed for continuous production, saves people, space, and capital.

Separate the PLC controller from the cooking unit to prevent hot steam and moist air from shortening the controller’s lifespan and causing unstable operation.

 

Flavor, color, acid dosage, and In-line mixer for gummy bears

The system consists of three or six storage tanks, dosing pumps, and in-line static mixing. All materials shall be manufactured (food standard). Techniques include in-line injection, dosing, and pre-mixing for the proportional addition of liquid colors, flavors, and acids.

Advantage: Accurate mixing, online delivery of stable-quality mixed gummy bear mass to the depositor, saving personnel and ensuring the same quality of your gummy bears.

 

Gummy bear depositing apparatus

The confection Deposite is Servo-driven for modern technology and consists of six components: mixer, syrup hopper, cylinder & piston, nozzle, mold, and conveyer.

The depositor can also be used to create hard candy, toffee, and lollipops by exchanging the candy molds.

The deposition rate for gummy bears is between 30 and 50 nanometers per minute.

Advantages:

All driving components of an Underband Servo-drive depositor are located on the machine rather than the depositing head.

• The compact and simple design reduces the movement inertia and weight of the depositing head, allowing the depositor’s operating speed to be increased and output capacity to be maximized.
• The absence of hydraulics eliminates the possibility of oil leaking onto the items.
• Simple maintenance requirement.
• Three-axis servo control guarantees total control over the deposition procedure.
• Gummy syrup hopper positioned atop the depositor.
• The depositor hopper can be equipped with one or two hoppers, which means that one hopper can hold a single color, allowing you to create gummy bears of a single color or two colors.

Cooling candy tunnel

Utilizing two-way, high-speed centrifugal fans to allow air conditioning to chill more effectively, the temperature of the gummy bears was lowered after they were formed in molds.

The mold chain will transfer the moving molds in the chilling tunnel for 5 to 10 minutes, after which a mechanical De-molding equipment will make the sticky gummy bear goods more straightforward and practical. It allows the copper thimbles on the molds to wear off more slowly, extending the molds’ useful life.

Conveyor and Sugar-coating equipment/Oil coating equipment (Optional device)

The conveyor that linked the gummy bear cooling tunnel to the coating drum,
Optional outlet transporting conveyor can be selected.

The coating machine/drum, Inner diameter: 800mm, Outer diameter: 945mm, Based on the needs of the market, Alternative to oil coating and sugar coating.

 

Control panel

The control box with color PLC Panel is linked to the main controller. The monitor displays the processing flowchart and control data. Simple to operate.

Gelatine bear moulds

Special Alloy Fabricated, Teflon Coated Sufficient Thickness, Equipped with Ejector Mechanism, Equipped with Locknuts Alloy-aluminum Fabricated, Surface Coated with Teflon, Mold Dimensions: 320 x 74 mm.

Silicone candy molds are referred to as rubber molds. It is easy to disassemble. Inside the soft, BPA-free, FDA-grade silicone frame is a metal structure. Mold size: 320 x 74 mm.

 

 

What are the Gummy Bear Machine Operating Theory

Understanding the operating concept of the gummy bear machine is essential. Typically, the supplier will do technology training for your employees.

Step one: Preparation of raw materials

Before operating the gummy bear machine, prepare all the raw materials in accordance with your formula. Ensure that all components are in the correct quantities.

 

Second step: cooking the ingredients

Using the dissolving cooker to combine sugar, glucose, and water for 15 to 20 minutes in order to produce the required syrup, then transferring the mixture to the buffer tank.

Simultaneously, begin cooking the next batch.

 

Step Three: In-line additions mixing

The mixture is transported to an on-line mixer for flavor, color, and acid addition before being pumped to the depositor hopper. If you have two mixer sets, you can combine two distinct flavors and colorings.

 

Fourth step: forming gummy bears

In this stage, the depositor machine will form gummy bears of various shapes and hues, and the PLC will manage the weight of each gummy bear as it is filled into its respective mold.

 

Fifth step: shaping and chilling

After filling the molds to capacity, they will be transferred to the cooling tunnel. According to your gummy bear recipes, they will remain in the chilling tunnel for 6 to 10 minutes. then conveyed to a sugar coating or oil coating machine via a conveyor belt. After this, the gummy bears are stored in the drying chamber for 8 to 12 hours, allowing the moisture to evaporate before packaging.

 

 

What are the Gummy Bear Machine Setup Procedures

Clean the area where the equipment will be placed.

The gummy bear equipment should be arranged according to the layout.

Adjust the gadget to the horizontal position after connecting it.

Connecting the water input and exit pipe with heat insulation.

Connect compressed air to the cylinder for adjustment.

Connect pressurized air to the lifting and positioning cylinder for castings.

This device utilizes a three-phase, five-wire system with ground and zero lines. Before wiring, please confirm that the electricity is not connected.

Then supplier engineer starts debug steps.

 

 

What are the Tips for Gummy Bear Machine Upkeep

Regular maintenance for the gummy bear machine is essential, and the operators must be well-trained and knowledgeable before operating and maintaining the gummy bear machinery. Improper operation will damage the equipment, and the correct working condition will extend the gummy bear machine’s service life. Here are some maintenance tips for you:

• Follow all safety precautions.
• Refer to the gummy bear machine’s manual.
• The route and the equipment must be kept clean in order to prevent contamination of the wound.
• The tool should be returned to its original location and not placed on the machine.
• Every day, clean the gummy bear machine and ensure that the electric cabinet and motor are waterproof.
• Frequent maintenance for the pumps, reducer, and mechanical seals, including regular oil changes. If the lubricant can reach the position of the food, it must be of food-grade quality.
• In the event of an emergency, immediately disconnect the power and remain calm.

 

Why You Must Rely on Kosbest’s Industrial Gummy Bear Machines

Kosbest Commercial Gummy Bear Machines are an ideal option for your business.

You can rely on Kosbest Commercial Gummy Bear Machines to provide the quality and performance you require.

Kosbest Commercial Gummy Bear Machines are constructed with a high-quality, food-grade silicone mold and a mold frame made of stainless steel. The silicone mold is compatible with gummy bear molds, allowing you to produce gummy bears without purchasing a separate equipment.

Kosbest Commercial Gummy Bear Machines are the best option if you’re seeking for a machine that will manufacture tasty gummies quickly and easily.