Plant proteins are increasingly in demand, obtained mainly from wheat, soybeans, peas, lentils or other legumes. They are used in foods, supplements and animal feed.
Offering asustainable alternative to animal protein, alternative protein sources will become increasingly important in meeting the protein needs of the population.
To get the most out of these raw materials, it is important to process them in the right way. To do this, you need precise and safe technology. Cimma Morandotti designs and manufactures plants for industrial pulverization, micronization and particle separation to obtain a very high concentration of protein from legume and grain powders.
Our systems make it possible to obtain protein-rich, pure and safe powders.
Why choose plant proteins
Plant proteins have many advantages:
– They are more sustainable.
– They require fewer resources than animal proteins.
– They produce less COâ‚‚.
– They can be used in many products.
However, legumes and cereals have a lower protein concentration than that derived from animals. Therefore, it is necessary to reduce the particle size to separate the most protein-rich part.
Our process: from legume to protein powder
In legumes, starch particles are larger than protein particles. This difference helps us in
The process of protein selection and dry concentration consists of efficient fine grinding with the “PPS” classifier mill obtaining a product <40÷50µm and subsequent high-performance classification of this finely ground product with the “MS” classifier. This process allows obtaining two products: a fine product (protein concentrate) and a coarse product (starch concentrate). Subsequent classification allows obtaining the two main fractions of concentrate
The technique developed by CIMMA avoids overheating and allows preserving flavors, active ingredients, physical structure and nutritional value of the raw material.
Safety first: ATEX-certified installations
During processing, the powder can create explosive atmospheres. Therefore, all of our equipment for this application is ATEX certified.
This means:
- Prevention of sparks.
- Isolated and safe areas.
- Inerting, suppression, and venting systems.
- Continuous monitoring of internal and external areas of the plant
- Risk analysis and comprehensive safety documentation.
Advantages of our systems
Our plants are designed to offer high performance and maximum flexibility. We ensure effective protein separation, which is essential for those who want to obtain flours and functional ingredients with high nutritional value. The system ensures high yields and minimizes waste by optimizing each step of the process.
Thanks to our technology, it is possible to work with different types of legumes and grains, adapting to each customer’s needs. Each plant is
The areas of application
Our technology is used in:
- Human nutrition
- Production of supplements
- Animal feed
Each plant is designed to suit the type of material and the customer’s needs.
Cimma: experience, innovation, quality
For over 60 years we have been designing machines for:
- Pulverization
- Micronization
- Mixing
- Drying
- Cryogenic grinding
We are familiar with the industry and its challenges. That’s why we focus on modern, secure and flexible solutions. Our systems are ready forIndustry 4.0 and 5.0.
We never use standard solutions; every client has different needs.
Contact us
Do you want to improve your production? Do you want to get more quality plant protein?
Contact us for a consultation. We are ready to help you with tailored solutions.
