In the ginger processing industry, the peeling process is one of the core operations that directly impact product yield and quality. Whether producing ginger powder, ginger juice, or ginger paste, the damage rate during peeling directly determines raw material utilization. If the peeling machine is poorly designed or parameters are improperly adjusted, it may result in excessive removal of ginger flesh or even fragmentation, which not only wastes raw materials but also affects product appearance and taste. Therefore, selecting the appropriate ginger peeling machine and scientifically managing the production process are key to improving output rates for every food processing plant.
Selecting the right peeling technology to reduce raw material waste
Currently, the most commonly used ginger peeling machines on the market are primarily divided into brush-type peeling machines and abrasive drum-type peeling machines:
Brush-type peeling machine
- Utilizes food-grade soft brush rolls combined with high-pressure spray water to gently remove the ginger peel.
- Their key feature is strong protection of the ginger flesh, minimizing excessive wear.
- They are particularly suitable for production processes requiring the preservation of ginger's intact form, such as whole ginger pickling or export sales.
Abrasive drum-type peelers
- Utilize the friction between abrasive surfaces and ginger to remove the skin, offering high efficiency and suitability for large-scale production.
- However, improper parameter adjustments may result in excessive removal of ginger flesh, affecting product yield.
Lonkia's ginger peeling machine combines the advantages of brush rollers and abrasive surfaces in its design, achieving efficient peeling while minimizing loss.
Precisely adjust equipment parameters to balance efficiency and protection
Many customers overlook the impact of ginger peeler machine parameter settings on yield rates. In fact, the combination of variables such as speed, brush roller hardness, water spray volume, and peeling time directly determines the uniformity of force applied to the ginger surface:
- Excessively high rotational speed: Increased friction enhances peeling efficiency but also raises damage rates.
- Excessively hard brush rollers: Easily scrape off ginger flesh, especially in fresh ginger or ginger with high moisture content.
- Insufficient water spray: Mud and sand cannot be promptly rinsed away during peeling, increasing hard friction particles and causing scratches.
- Excessively long peeling time: Excessive friction results in an uneven ginger surface, wasting raw materials.
Therefore, before formal production, it is recommended that customers conduct multiple rounds of testing with small batches of ginger to find the optimal parameter combination that ensures clean peeling while maintaining integrity.
Optimizing the process flow to reduce damage from the source
Even with advanced ginger peeling machines, inadequate pre-processing can still affect yield. To reduce damage, the following steps can be added before peeling:
- Pre-washing: Use a bubble washer or drum washer to remove soil and impurities, reducing scratches on the ginger surface caused by hard particles during peeling.
- Grading and sorting: Separate ginger of different sizes and growth conditions for processing, adjust parameters accordingly for different batches to improve processing consistency.
- Even feeding: Avoid loading too much raw material at once to reduce collisions between ginger pieces inside the drum.
Lonkia's ginger processing solution seamlessly integrates the peeling machine with the washing machine and grading machine, minimizing secondary damage caused by manual handling.
Daily maintenance: ensuring continuous efficient operation
Maintaining the stable performance of the ginger peeler not only extends the equipment's lifespan but is also critical for ensuring product yield.
- Brush rollers and abrasive surfaces should be regularly cleaned to prevent residue buildup that causes uneven friction.
- The spray system must remain unobstructed to ensure adequate water pressure and uniform coverage.
- Transmission components must be regularly lubricated to maintain smooth operation and minimize vibration's impact on raw materials.
Lonkia's ginger peeling machine features a quick-release design, allowing brush rollers and spray components to be quickly removed for cleaning, significantly reducing maintenance time.
In summary, Lonkia's ginger peeling machine is designed to balance output efficiency with raw material protection, helping customers achieve the highest output returns with minimal raw material loss. If your production line requires an upgrade, selecting the appropriate peeling equipment will be a crucial step toward enhancing competitiveness.
