Bühler CompactMix combines chocolate mixing and grinding in one system
WITH a rising demand for stable chocolate masses, manufacturers seek flexible, cost-effective processing solutions. Bühler’s CompactMix combines mixing and grinding with the Aurora ball mill in one compact, modular system.
The system produces various products with particle sizes below 20 µm with consistent quality, while lowering energy use and product losses. Its hygienic stainless-steel design allows easy cleaning and food safety compliance.
With scalable capacities from 400 to 3000 kg/h and multiple mixer options, the system delivers Bühler process quality for a high variety of products.
Beyond CompactMix, Bühler offers complete processing solutions from raw material cleaning and handling, through mixing and grinding, all the way to shaping chocolate and compound products.
CompactMix handles a wide range of compound and confectionery products, adapting quickly to changes in demand. Typical end products include:
- Compound chocolate
- Praline
- Filling and creams
- Spreads
- Ice cream coatings
- Chocolate bars
Smooth and stable texture
Single-pass ball mill grinding achieves particle sizes below 20 µm with narrow particle size distribution, resulting in smooth texture, excellent mouthfeel, and stable flow of various masses.
Versatile applications
The system handles a broad range of recipes from low-fat compounds down to 25%, up to high-fat compounds. It is suitable for bars, fillings, coatings, and spreads, with flexibility to serve diverse market needs.
Cost efficiency
Up to 30% lower energy consumption compared to conventional systems can be achieved, combined with significantly reduced product waste during changeovers. This ensures economical production and maximum utilisation of raw materials, lowering overall operating costs.
Reliable and intelligent operation
Smart automation of the complete system ensures consistent fineness, stable grinding, and reproducible quality. Integrated recipe handling, traceability, and advanced controls enable efficient and reliable production with minimal operator input.
By combining mixing and grinding in a single, modular system, Bühler’s CompactMix offers manufacturers greater flexibility in responding to changing product requirements while improving production efficiency. Its reduced energy consumption, lower product losses and consistent processing performance support more cost-effective chocolate and confectionery manufacturing.
For more information, contact Gerhard Booysen +27 (78) 800-7030 / gerhard.booysen@buhlergroup.com
