Marel ModularOven+

Marel ModularOven+ provides customisable oven technology that allows processors to begin with essential features and add more capacity or features as needed, such as transitioning from 500 to 900 kW heaters.

The oven has two separate zones, each with independent controls for temperature, dewpoint and air speed. This provides versatility for two different climates, whether for steaming, cooking or roasting. For example, one tower may be used for high-dewpoint steaming while the other is used for high-temperature, low-dewpoint roasting.

Equipped with an air regulation system featuring high-tech diffusers and multiple temperature sensors per zone, the oven is designed to ensure optimal airflow, even heat distribution and ideal moisture content. This results in a consistent core temperature and reproducible quality, irrespective of variables like time of day, belt position or oven loading. The system is designed to enable lower core temperature averages, leading to shorter cooking times and significant energy savings. The combination of separate climate zones and air regulation can result in up to 6% higher yield compared to other comparable ovens.

Integrated SmartBase software allows processors to proactively analyse performance, identify areas for improvement and pinpoint potential issues before they occur. This internal digital engine offers the opportunity to (remotely) monitor the health of the oven and allows for (remote) support by Marel. SmartBase goes beyond visualisation of the extra data it retrieves on the dashboard. Combined with predictive, standardised maintenance, SmartBase can reduce unexpected downtime.