Drum Structure: The drum itself is usually a large, rotating cylinder made of stainless steel or other food-grade materials. It can vary in size depending on the production capacity required.
Flavor Application: Food products, such as snacks (like potato chips or nuts), cereals, or even pet foods, are fed into the drum.
Rotation and Mixing: The drum rotates slowly or tumbles the food products inside. This tumbling action ensures even distribution of the flavoring or coating over the entire surface of the products.
Flavoring Process: Flavorings or seasonings are added to the drum either through a spray mechanism, powder dispensers, or liquid dispensers. The rotation of the drum helps these flavorings adhere uniformly to the food products.
Control Systems: Modern flavoring drums often have sophisticated control systems that regulate the amount of flavoring added, the speed of rotation, and other parameters to achieve consistent quality and flavor distribution.
Output: Once the flavoring process is complete, the flavored products exit the drum for further processing or packaging.
Cleaning and Maintenance: Regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial to prevent cross-contamination and ensure hygiene standards are met.