CFS PowerCure massager saves time and expense.

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Does it seem to take forever to massage your ham? CFS has launched the PowerCure, a massaging machine said to enable ham producers to improve product quality while reducing processing by 20% to 70%, thus saving costs in handling, cold storage and energy.

Traditionally, processors need to be patient to produce quality ham, which requires a hold-over night in cold storage. Another challenge is finding the right equipment to massage raw materials. For most ham products, mixers are too aggressive and tumblers too soft.

The paddles of the PowerCure ensure a gentle and dynamic massage technique and an efficient process. The full surface heating and cooling technology supports the shorter process time and the uniform color development. The unit thus brings added value to a wide range of reformed and whole muscle hams.

The PowerCure is a straight through process on a small footprint with a fixed layout and one product flow direction. Vacuum loading and automatic discharge of the products requires less handling. The 80% filling grade, in combination with high heating and cooling capacity, increases the throughput per hour and therefore reduces the cost per pound.

This technology also improves uniform color development, binding and texture, resulting in better appearance, texture, aroma and taste.

For more information, contact CFS BV, P.O. Box 1, 5760 AA Bakel, Holland; telephone +31 492-349-349; e-mail: info@CFS.com; website: www.CFS.com.