Smoking, Browning & Braising Machines
Our Afoheat continuous thermal processing offering consists of gas powered infrared and direct flame technologies for smoking, browning and braising meat and poultry, fish, vegetables and baked goods. We add value through our capabilities that enhance the appearance, aroma or taste of value-added food products with our broad set of continuous thermal technologies.
Afoheat™ Select Infrared Roaster
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Our Afoheat™ Select Infrared Roaster is a continuous grill equipped with gas-powered infrared technology. Safe CE Compliant design has led to installations around the world for a variety of applications including roasting and searing of both bulk and convenience foods. At the core of the design concept is customization. Each machine is designed and built specifically around the customer’s needs. Our Infrared Roaster is perfect for processors looking for premium grilling technology that is flexible and compact. Use as a standalone solution or integrate the Infrared Roaster into any continuous thermal processing line. The control system adjusts the power to each burner independently for precision results in natural color and enhanced flavor profile. Better Process…Better Food®.
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Features
- Infrared sear, roast, brown, or grill
- Top infrared with optional bottom flame
- Burner pressure control and infrared monitoring
- Flash back safety system
- Removable conveyor for cleaning
- Machine-moutned prewired controls
- Create, edit, and store recipes
- Self-cleaning burners (pyrolysis)
- Preassembled and tested, installation ready
- Angled surfaces for water runoff
- Constant waterflow prevents grease buildup
- CE Compliant design
- Removable drip drays for easier sanitation
- Adjustable belt wash
- EWON for remote data logging
Optional Features
- Bottom flame burners under belt
- Integrated grill marker with recipe control from 395 deg F (200 deg C) to 1,300 deg F (700 deg C)
- Integrated product flip
- Motorized height regulation conveyor with laser sensor
- Transfer nose exit conveyor
- Exhaust fan (required) with removable fat separator
- Fire suppression system
- Allen-Bradley or Siemens controls available
Afoheat™ Liquid Smoke Applicators
Our Afoheat™ Liquid Smoke Applicators are engineered to complement Marlen’s range of surface treatment solutions. Flexible design has led to installations for a variety of applications including rapid smoking and browning of both bulk and convenience foods. At the core of the design concept are standardized models with a compact footprint and is perfect for processors looking for a liquid applicator technology that is easy to maintain. The control system adjusts the recirculation flow of liquid for a variety of liquid smoke products and other browning agents for optimal results in product color and enhanced flavor profile. Better Process…Better Food®.
Afoheat™ Liquid Smoke Applicator – 11″ Mini
Our Afoheat™ Mini Liquid Smoke Applicator is engineered to complement Marlen’s range of surface treatment solutions. Its flexible design has led to installations for a variety of applications including rapid smoking and browning of both bulk and convenience foods. At the core of the design concept are standardized models with a compact footprint and is perfect for processors looking for a liquid applicator technology that is easy to maintain. The control system adjusts the recirculation flow of liquid for a variety of liquid smoke products and other browning agents for optimal results in product color and enhanced flavor profile. Better Process…Better Food®.
Features
- Rapid-smoke, roast, brown, or grill
- Top, bottom, and side application with splash guards
- Shower drench applicator (no nozzles)
- Closed-loop recirculation system
- Filters are easy to access and removable for cleaning
- Simplified design for fast changeover and cleaning
- Adjustable pump and conveyor speeds
- Low-level indicator alarm
- Machine-mounted prewired controls
- Preassembled and tested, installation ready
Optional Features
- Air knife for products with crevices
- Infeed and discharge extensions
- UL control panel and enclosure
- CE guarding
Afoheat™ Liquid Smoke Applicator – 40″
Our Afoheat™ 40" Liquid Smoke Applicator is ideal for processors with capacity needs ranging from 12-25 pieces / minute. Our liquid smoke applicators offer drenching solutions for the equal distribution of liquid smoke across and around the product.
When paired with our infrared roasters, this line smokes, browns, and pasteurizes deli meats.
Features
- Utilizes both waterfall and trenching technologies to completely encompass the product as it travels through the tunnel
- Flexibility across product applications allows producers to use this system for application of various ingredients whether it be liquid smoke, caramel coating, seasoning, etc
- The liquid is captured and recycled throughout the process to reduce ingredient waste
- An easy to use analog interface allows users to adjust the speed of the belt
- Can be used as a standalone unit for simple coating or integrated into a processing line, when paired with the Infrared Pasteurizer the line offers unparalleled results in smoking and browning while simultaneously achieving over a 3.0 log reduction in Listeria Monocytogenes.
- Continuous belt wash
- Fully insulated housing
- 304, 14-gauge construction
- Stainless steel belt, drives, shafts, motors
- Manufactured and designed in USA
- AMI sanitary design approved
- CE Compliant
Optional Features:
- Infeed or outfeed belt extension
Afoheat™ Select Rotisserie Roasters
Features
- Adjustable belt speed
- Adjustable number of cage rotations in the infrared zone
- Adjustable burner power (flame length and intensity)
- Convectional heat inside by PID regulation
- Short grilling times results in no increase to product’s core temperature
- Minimal weight loss
- Low energy consumption due to the Afoheat pre-mix burner control
- Belt widths and cages up to more than 1000mm. Customized solutions available.
- Multiple parameters for product versatility
- Fully insulated oven for minimal heat radiation
- Equipped with a fat separator to prevent fires and control odor
- Superior hygienic design
- Custom tailored for any product with different shaped cages
OPTIONAL FEATURES
- Cleaning cart for cages and other accessories
- Spray unit for liquid applications such as caramel, oil, paprika flavor, etc.