The cocoa bean peeling machine is specially designed to crack roasted cocoa beans, remove the shells, and separate the cocoa nibs through an efficient air-winnowing system. We offer multiple models with production capacities ranging from 50 kg/h to 1000 kg/h, making the machine suitable for small chocolate workshops as well as large-scale cocoa processing factories.
Featuring a compact structure, stable performance, and a peeling rate of up to 99%, this automatic cocoa bean peeler is an essential piece of equipment for cocoa powder production, cocoa liquor processing, and chocolate manufacturing. The machine uses peeling rollers, a blower, and a gravity separation system to remove shells efficiently while maintaining clean cocoa nibs.
What Are the Applications of a Cocoa Bean Hulling Machine?
The cocoa bean peeling machine is widely used in:
- Cocoa powder production plants
- Schokoladenfabriken
- Cocoa liquor production
- Cocoa butter processing
- Cocoa nib manufacturers
- Food processing factories
- Coffee and cocoa processing businesses
Suitable materials include:
- Roasted cocoa beans
- Cocoa nib processing
- Fermented cocoa beans (after roasting)
How Does the Cocoa Bean Peeling Machine Work?
The machine adopts a simple yet efficient peeling and air separation design.
First, roasted cocoa beans are fed evenly into the hopper. The beans then pass through specially designed peeling rollers, where the shells are gently cracked and removed. Next, a high-speed blower generates airflow that carries the lightweight cocoa shells into the cyclone collector, while the heavier cocoa nibs are discharged through the outlet.
For larger-capacity models, an additional vibrating screen separates different nib sizes before the air separation process, resulting in cleaner finished products and higher peeling efficiency.
Cocoa Bean Skin Removing Machine Main Features
High Peeling Efficiency
The machine achieves a peeling rate of 98%–99%, producing clean cocoa nibs while minimizing material loss. Higher-capacity models with screening systems offer peeling rates above 99%.
Efficient Air Winnowing System
A powerful blower separates cocoa shells from nibs using airflow, while the cyclone collector efficiently collects the removed shells to keep the working environment clean.
Compact Structure
The machine combines the peeling rollers, blower, and separation system into a compact unit, requiring minimal installation space while ensuring reliable operation.
Multiple Capacity Options
We provide a complete range of cocoa bean peeling machines with capacities from 50 kg/h to 1000 kg/h, suitable for different production scales.
Stainless Steel Food Contact Parts
The hopper, peeling rollers, and all material-contact components are manufactured from food-grade stainless steel, ensuring food safety, corrosion resistance, and easy cleaning. The supporting frame and transmission components are made of carbon steel for durability.
Easy Adjustment
Operators can easily adjust:
- Peeling roller clearance
- Airflow intensity
- Separation efficiency
to achieve optimal shell removal for different cocoa bean varieties.
How to Choose the Right Cocoa Bean Peeling Machine?
We offer several cocoa bean peeling machines to meet different processing capacities.
Small Cocoa Bean Peeler (50–100 kg/h)
Ideal for:
- Chocolate workshops
- Small cocoa processors
- Laboratory testing
- Startup businesses
TZ-2 Cocoa Bean Peeling Machine (200 kg/h)
Suitable for:
- Small commercial production
- Cocoa nib manufacturers
- Cocoa powder factories
TZ-3 Cocoa Bean Peeling & Winnowing Machine (300 kg/h)
Equipped with a vibrating screen for better nib grading and cleaner shell separation.
TZ-4 Cocoa Bean Peeling Machine (400–500 kg/h)
Designed for medium-sized cocoa processing plants requiring higher throughput.
HB-2 Spiral Cocoa Bean Peeling Machine (1000 kg/h)
Our largest model features a spiral feeding system for continuous, high-capacity cocoa bean processing.
Cocoa Bean Shell Removing Machine Technical Parameters
| Modell | Kapazität | Schälrate | Main Motor | Blower Power | Funktionen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Peeler | 50–100 kg/h | — | 0.4 kW | 0.37 kW | Compact model (Cyclone optional) |
| Standard Peeler + Cyclone | 50–100 kg/h | — | 0.4 kW | 0.37 kW | Equipped with cyclone dust collector |
| TZ-2 | 200 kg/h | >98% | 0.75 kW | 0.55 kW | Peeling & nib separation |
| TZ-3 | 300 kg/h | ＞99% | 0.75 kW | 1,5 kW | Vibrating screen + cyclone |
| TZ-4 | 400–500 kg/h | ＞99% | 1.1 kW | 2,2 kW | Three-layer screening system |
| HB-2 Spiral | 1000 kg/h | ＞99% | 4.4 kW | 2,2 kW | Continuous spiral feeding |
Integrate into a Complete Cocoa Paste Processing Line
Our cocoa bean peeling machine can be seamlessly integrated into a complete cocoa paste production line, providing customers with a continuous, highly efficient cocoa-processing solution.
After roasting, cocoa beans are fed into the peeling machine, where the shells are removed, and the cocoa nibs are separated. The cleaned nibs can then be transferred directly to the grinding stage to produce smooth cocoa paste, cocoa liquor, or chocolate raw materials.
A typical cocoa paste production line includes:
- Cocoa Bean Roasting Machine – Evenly roasts cocoa beans to enhance flavor and prepare them for peeling.
- Kakaobohnenschälmaschine – Removes cocoa bean shells and separates clean cocoa nibs with a peeling efficiency of up to 99%.
- Kakaomasse-Mahlmaschine – Finely grinds cocoa nibs into smooth, uniform cocoa paste.
- Filling and Packaging Machine – Automatically fills cocoa paste into bottles, jars, or pouches for retail or industrial use.
Whether you need a standalone cocoa bean peeling machine or a complete cocoa paste processing line, our engineering team can customize the most suitable solution according to your production capacity, factory layout, and finished product requirements.
FAQs
Can the machine peel raw cocoa beans?
No. The cocoa beans should be roasted before peeling to ensure efficient shell removal and high-quality cocoa nibs.
What is the peeling rate?
Depending on the model, the peeling rate reaches 98%–99%, with larger models achieving over 99%.
Is a cyclone dust collector included?
Some models include a cyclone collector as standard, while it is optional on entry-level models.
Can the machine be used in a cocoa powder production line?
Yes. It is commonly installed after the cocoa bean roasting machine and before the cocoa grinding machine in complete cocoa processing lines.
Do you provide different capacity models?
Yes. We offer machines ranging from 50 kg/h to 1000 kg/h to meet various production requirements.
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