Manual forming unit for burger patties

Produce up to 30 perfectly shaped burger patties per minute with consistent quality and minimal effort, enhancing your production efficiency and capacity without the need for complex machinery.

The MFE 431 from Handtmann is a manual forming unit designed for the semi-automatic production of burger patties, offering a precise solution for artisan butcher shops and vegan product producers. This unit efficiently forms and portions patties with accurate weight control, ensuring uniformity in shape, size, and quality. It operates by mounting onto a Handtmann vacuum filler, allowing seamless integration in existing production lines. Capable of processing up to 30 patties per minute, it supports a wide array of applications, including meat, vegan, and seafood formulations. The MFE 431 is designed for easy handling and sanitation, with quick, tool-free forming plate changes for diverse patty shapes. Constructed with a hygienic design, it secures operational safety and achieves low acquisition costs, making it a cost-effective addition to any production facility requiring flexibility and precision.

Benefits

  • Enhances product consistency by ensuring precise weight and shape of each patty.
  • Increases production efficiency with a capacity of up to 30 patties per minute.
  • Reduces operational costs through quick and tool-free adjustments of forming plates.
  • Facilitates versatile product offerings with customizable patty shapes and sizes.
  • Promotes hygiene and safety with an easy-to-clean design and protective mechanisms.
Applications
Sausage and meat products,Baked goods,Soups,Sauces,Combined products,Vegan and meat substitute,Salads,Pet food,Confectionery,Vegetarian,Stews,Fish and seafood,Dairy products
End products
Plant-based meat substitutes,Falafel patties,Sausage patties,Fish cakes,Meatloaf slices,Burger patties,Vegan burger patties,Chicken patties,Tofu burgers,Veggie patties
Steps before
Grinding,Mixing,Massaging,Emulsification
Steps after
Packing,Sealing,Cooling,Labeling
Input ingredients
raw materials,meat,vegan products,vegetarian products,meat substitutes
Output ingredients
burger patties,crafted patties,customized shapes
Portioning capacity
Up to 30 patties/minute
Product diameter
80 - 140 mm
Product height
10 - 25 mm
Automation
Semi-automatic
Accuracy
Accurate-to-the-gram
Forming plates change
Tool-free
Working mechanism
Semi-automatic
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch
Automation level
Semi-automated
Changeover time
Tool-free and quick
Cleaning method
Easy handling,quick to clean
Abrasion resistance
Suitable for varying raw materials like meat,dairy,vegan and vegetarian substitutes
Cleanability
Tool-free exchange of forming plates allows easy cleaning
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Robust construction compatible with different raw material processing
Density/particle size
Accommodates wide range of burger sizes and weights
Shape Flexibility
Various shapes including special shapes
CE marking
Yes
FDA compliance
Yes
FDA materials
Yes
EHEDG certification
Yes
GMP Compliance
Yes
3A Sanitary Standards
Yes
Forming plate size
Various sizes available
Footprint
Compact design
Forming plate variety
Customizable shapes
Tool-free exchange
Yes
Integration with vacuum filler
Compatible with Handtmann vacuum filler
Product diameter range
80 - 140mm
Product height range
10 - 25mm
Market info
Handtmann is known for its engineering expertise in providing high-quality, tailor-made processing solutions, particularly in the food industry, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and technical support in portioning and filling equipment.