Ingredients for bakery success
Gough Engineering ’ s Batch Sieve improves product quality and safety
As the smaller bakeries grow , they ’ ll need better sieving and separating equipment to keep things running smoothly .
Bakeries face the challenge of quality control right from the moment raw materials arrive on their production lines — especially fine particles . Here , Stephen Harding , managing director at Gough Engineering , the materials handling expert , explains why industrial sieves and separators are indispensable for ensuring final products meet high standards of quality , consistency and safety .
Bakeries must do all they can to eliminate very fine airborne particles on the production line . Indeed , flour dust is a hazardous substance according to the UK ’ s Health and Safety Executive ( HSE ), which also reports that rising new cases of occupational asthma among bakers is “ now the highest of any occupation in any industry .”
These businesses must also be prepared for assessments from
70 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk official bodies , or their own clientele , through various audits and operations / performance compliance . Adhering to high standards in ingredient handling is therefore imperative .
That means ensuring there are no unwanted elements like foreign objects , otherwise known as tramp materials , in the incoming product . Equally crucial is achieving the correct texture for ingredients . Consistency is key when it comes to creating a uniform feedstock for subsequent processes , whether it ’ s dough production or other baking essentials .
Fine particles
Beyond quality checks , bakeries also need to focus on the granular structure of the powder . Fine particles present a significant challenge in manufacturing processes . These minuscule particles , often unwanted , can disrupt precise measurements and alter dough consistency , which leads to inconsistencies in the final product .
That is why industrial sieves and separators are so essential . Sieves and separators employ mesh screens or other separation methods to sift out unwanted particles from the mixture . This process ensures that only the desired ingredients make their way into the dough and contributes to uniformity in the dough ’ s composition .
By removing fine particles , industrial sieves and separators prevent uneven distribution , which can lead to variations in product quality . This is especially important for products like bread and pastries , where consistency is a key factor .