Industry: Bakery, confectionery & snacks

Hygienic stainless steel for bakery, confectionery and snacks

The challenge

Dough, sugar and fat like to stick

Dough, sugar, chocolate, fat and seasoning stick to stainless steel. That slows product flow, causes product loss and makes every changeover time consuming.

With many recipes on one line, allergen control matters too: whatever remains from the previous batch must not end up in the next.

Operator applying ViwateQ Finishing to a stainless steel frame
What ViwateQ delivers

Better product flow, faster changeovers

ViwateQ makes the surface smoother without changing the shape of your parts.

Less

Sticking

Product slides better and hangs up less in hoppers and chutes.

Faster

Changeovers

Fewer residues mean shorter cleaning between recipes.

Lower

Risk of cross-contact

A cleaner surface helps limit residues between batches.

Ra ≤ 0.8 µm

EHEDG

Measurable roughness in line with applicable standards.

Applications

Applications in bakery and snacks

  • Dough processing and forming machines
  • Dosing and sprinkling units
  • Coating and seasoning drums
  • Hoppers, chutes and distribution systems
  • Conveyors and frames
Fresh bread on a stainless steel oven rack in the bakery
Frequently asked questions

Questions from bakery and snacks

Does a smoother surface really reduce sticking?

An optimised surface topography gives product less grip. In practice customers notice that product flows better and less is left behind.

Can existing machines be treated?

Yes. Both new and existing parts and frames can be treated. Feel free to request a sample.

Is the process food safe?

Yes. ViwateQ uses no chemicals, so no residues remain on the surface.

Operator inspecting a treated stainless steel part
ViwateQ hall in Geldermalsen with stainless steel frames and the cabin
In-house ViwateQ installation in a production hall

Outsource or bring it in-house?

Have your parts finished by ViwateQ service, or bring the technology into your own production with a dedicated cabin. We help you choose the route that fits your volumes.

    Reinhard van Essche, ViwateQ
    Our engineers are ready to help

    Discuss your production line

    Tell us where product hangs up or where cleaning takes too long. An engineer is happy to help.

    Operator applying ViwateQ Finishing to a stainless steel frame