JBT Electric Stein TwinDrum Spiral Oven

JBT has launched an electric version of its Stein TwinDrum Spiral Oven, which is designed for easier maintenance and the use of renewable energy sources.

The oven features a two-zone spiral system that can provide a uniform temperature and good roasting capabilities. The hot air in the oven is uniformly distributed across all tiers so that products are roasted evenly, and the oven’s design is claimed to allow for greater processing yield compared to existing ovens.

Until now, the TwinDrum was heated by an oil-based thermal fluid system that made use of
either natural gas or electricity to heat air inside the oven. The electric TwinDrum only requires a single heat transformation and therefore doesn't require a separate boiler and piping. The electric heater is fixed in the machine, so it can be easily accessed for cleaning and maintenance. It also gives users the ability to utilise renewable sources of energy.

Additional features include proportional control for the heating elements to achieve more accurate temperature control, and built-in connectivity with JBT’s (Internet of Things) platform iOPS, which enables the monitoring of temperature fluctuations and energy consumption across systems, meaning areas where energy savings can be made can be easily identified.