The twin-screw extruder is an efficient and flexible production equipment, and its application in the field of food processing is becoming increasingly widespread, especially in the field of puffed food. The application of twin-screw extruders has played a crucial role. This article will provide a detailed introduction to the types and market prospects of twin-screw extruders for producing puffed foods.
Firstly, there are many types of puffed foods produced by twin-screw extruders. Among them, three are listed here. The first type is puffed cookies. Puffed cookies are a light, crispy, and soft food with a unique taste and aroma. Making puffed cookies requires processing the raw materials into puffed particles using a twin-screw extruder, and then baking them into finished products. The second type is puffed rice cake. Puffed rice cake is a crispy and easily digestible food that can be consumed directly or processed into other delicacies. It is also made by processing Rice noodles into puffed particles through twin screw extruder, and then through molding and baking and other processes. The third type is puffed corn flakes. Puffed corn flakes are a nutritious and crispy breakfast food that can be consumed as a snack or staple food. Its production also requires the use of twin-screw extruders. By processing corn flakes into puffed granules, and then performing processes such as pressing and seasoning, corn flakes are made.
Secondly, the market prospects for puffed foods are very broad. With the improvement of living standards, people's demand for food quality and taste is also increasing. As a convenient and delicious food, puffed foods are becoming increasingly popular in the market. According to statistics, the global puffed food market has reached over 300 billion US dollars and is showing a continuous growth trend. Especially in the Chinese market, the sales of puffed foods have exceeded 10 billion yuan, accounting for a large part of the snack market. At the same time, due to the advantages of rich nutrition, easy storage, and convenient portability, puffed foods have been favored by many people.
In summary, the production of puffed foods using twin-screw extruders has a wide variety of types, and these foods also have a very broad market prospect. For food production enterprises, the introduction of twin-screw extruders can greatly improve production efficiency and product quality, bringing better economic benefits and social value to the enterprise. Of course, enterprises should also pay attention to strengthening quality control and safety and hygiene management in the production process, so as to make consumers more trusted and satisfied.
