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Automatic Cutters and Shapers - Dough Divider and Shaper System

AUTOMATIC CUTTER-SHAPED MACHINES

Advanced dividing and shaping technology for optimized bakery product production

Our automatic cutter-shapers are designed for the precise dividing and rapid shaping of dough pieces with exceptional consistency. The electronic weighing system and shaping mechanisms ensure uniform production of rolls, baguettes, and pastries.

Type: High Productivity Automatic Cutters and Shapers

Application: Industrial bakeries, pastry shops, viennoiserie manufacturers

Advantage: Precise division ±1g and uniform shaping at high speed

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Main features of Cutter-Shaper machines

Electronic weighing division system with ±1 gram accuracy
Production capacity: 2,000 to 12,000 dough balls/hour depending on the model
Dough ball weight range: 20g to 2000g (adjustable)
Integrated shaper for round, oval, baguette and special shapes
Automatic feeding via dosing belt or vibratory bowl
Constructed entirely of AISI 304 stainless steel
Certifications: CE, NSF, Food Safety Standards
Touchscreen controller with program and recipe memory
Integrated CIP automatic cleaning system
Variable speed control for adaptation to different products

Full description

Our automatic cutter-shaper machines represent excellence in bakery automation. Designed to ensure precise division and perfect shaping of dough pieces, they guarantee exceptional consistency in the production of rolls, pastries, and specialty products.

Electronic weighing technology ensures remarkable accuracy in dough weight, eliminating variations and reducing raw material waste. The multi-shape forming system allows the machine to be quickly adapted to different product ranges.

Complete automation of the process reduces the required workforce while increasing productivity and ensuring consistent quality of finished products.

Technical data for the Cutter-Shaper machines

Setting	Specifications
Machine type	Automatic Cutter-Shaper
Production capacity	2,000 - 12,000 dough balls/hour
weight range	20g - 2,000g (adjustable)
Division accuracy	±1g to ±5g depending on weight
Available forms	Round, oval, baguette, twisted, special
Installed power	5.5 - 15 kW depending on the model
Power supply	400V three-phase 50Hz
Materials in contact	AISI 304, food-grade polycarbonate, silicone seals
Compressed air consumption	100-300 L/min at 6 bar
Dimensions machine	2,500 x 1,500 x 1,800 mm (LxPxH)

Advanced Features and Details

Standard features	Optional modules
Electronic weighing division system	Built-in metal detector
Programmable multi-shape former	Online weighing system with automatic rejection
Color touchscreen with recipe memory	Network interface and remote monitoring
Automatic feeding via dosing conveyor	Vibrating bowl feeder for delicate products
Programming of at least 50 recipes	Unlimited memory expansion with USB key
CIP automatic cleaning	Automatic lubrication system
Recording production parameters	Full traceability with barcode
CE compliant safety guards	Soundproofing fairing

FEATURES DETAILS

Precision Division System

The electronic weighing system guarantees exceptional accuracy of ±1 gram, eliminating weight variations between dough pieces. This technology ensures perfect consistency in finished products and optimizes the use of raw materials, significantly reducing waste.

Programmable Multi-Shape Shaper

The integrated shaper allows for the production of a wide range of shapes: round balls, ovals, baguettes, twists, and special shapes. Format changes are quick and tool-free, thanks to the quick-change system and programmable shaping parameters.

Complete Automation

Integrated automation enables continuous production with minimal operator intervention. The automatic feeding system, programmed shaping, and dough removal onto the outfeed conveyor optimize the production flow and significantly increase productivity.

Areas of application

Our automatic cutter-shaper machines are suitable for various applications in the baking industry:

Industrial bakeries - Production of rolls, specialty breads, baguettes
Pastries and viennoiseries - Shaping of croissants, pain au chocolat, brioches
Pizza manufacturers - Dividing and shaping pizza dough
Industrial biscuit factory - Preparation of dough for biscuits and crackers
Specialty bread production - Wholemeal, multigrain, gluten-free breads

Advantages of automation

High productivity and consistency

A production capacity of up to 12,000 dough pieces per hour, combined with exceptional consistency, optimizes production lines. Precise dividing eliminates weight variations and ensures consistent quality of finished products.

Reduction of labor costs

The complete automation of the dividing and shaping process significantly reduces the need for skilled personnel. A single operator can supervise multiple machines, thus optimizing production costs.

Flexibility and versatility

The ability to produce different shapes and weights with rapid changeovers allows for immediate adaptation to market demands. Recipe programming facilitates switching between production runs without wasting time.

Technical Frequently Asked Questions

Expert questions on automatic cutter-shaper machines and dough piece dividing technologies

Our cutter-shaper machines achieve a dividing accuracy of ±1 gram for weights under 100g and ±5 grams for weights up to 2kg. This accuracy is maintained by an electronic weighing system with high-precision load cells, automatically compensated for variations in temperature and dough viscosity. Automatic calibration is performed every 4 hours of operation to guarantee optimal consistency throughout production cycles.

The system adapts to the feeding speed, dividing pressure, and shaping tool configuration. For soft and sticky doughs (brioches, enriched doughs), we recommend a reduced speed and the use of non-stick coatings. Firm doughs (traditional baguettes) require increased pressure and moderate speeds. The system memorizes up to 50 different configurations, allowing for quick changes between production runs without manual recalibration.

Changeover times vary depending on complexity: switching between round and oval shapes (2-3 minutes), switching to stick shapes (5-7 minutes), and setting up for special shapes (8-10 minutes). Our quick-change system with clips and guides automatically positions the tools, eliminating the need for manual adjustment. The parameter memory automatically loads the appropriate speed, pressure, and shaping cycle for each shape, reducing production downtime by 60% compared to conventional systems.

Maintenance includes: daily cleaning of contact parts (15 minutes), weekly checks of load cells and pneumatic systems, monthly lubrication of guides and joints, and quarterly calibration of the weighing system. The integrated monitoring system sends automatic alerts for necessary interventions. This preventative maintenance reduces breakdowns by 85% and ensures an average lifespan of 15 years with an availability rate exceeding 95%.

Optimization depends on the product: for rolls (20-80g), use maximum speed with continuous feed; for baguettes (250-350g), slightly reduce the speed to ensure structural integrity; for enriched doughs (brioches), activate the "delicate" mode with temperature control. Organizing production cycles by similar product families reduces changeover times by 30%. Integrated production data analysis automatically identifies the optimal parameters for each recipe after three complete cycles.