Baby carrot processing line

The Sormac Baby carrot processing line is designed for the efficient production of high-quality baby carrots. From cutting and grading to abrasive peeling, polishing and hydrocooling, every processing step is seamlessly integrated into one continuous line. The result is a uniform, premium-quality end product with maximum yield, minimal product loss and a capacity of up to 1,500 kg per hour.

Maximizes carrot yield
Delivers uniform cuts

What’s included?

Machines for producing baby carrots

Achieve superior product quality with the Sormac baby carrot processing line. With a capacity of up to 3,300 lbs per hour, the line works best with Imperator carrots up to 1 1/4" in diameter. Built for peak efficiency, it delivers perfectly peeled and precisely cut baby carrots ready for further processing or packaging.

Tailored advice

Our potato peeling line offers not only advanced machines but also flexibility. Whether you are looking for small-scale or large-scale solutions, we adapt the configuration of the potato processing line to your needs. Contact us for a consultation and let us jointly design the optimal setup for your business.

Step by step

How are baby carrots made?

Step 1 - Infeed bunker ABK: a constant and controlled product feed

The Infeed bunker ABK ensures a uniform and controlled supply of carrots to the next processing step. Thanks to the integrated dosing conveyor, the product is fed at a constant rate, preventing peak loads and ensuring optimal utilization of the processing line capacity. The bunker can easily be filled using a bin tipper and contributes to a stable product flow throughout the entire production process.

Step 2 - Process cutter WSS: precise and consistent cutting for maximum yield

The Process cutter WSS is the following processing step in the baby carrot processing line, accurately cutting whole carrots into uniform pieces ready for further processing. A rotating spiral brush positions each carrot securely in stainless steel carrier trays before it is cut to the pre-set length by a series of rotating knives. This controlled cutting process delivers highly consistent piece sizes while minimizing product damage. By creating a uniform product flow for the grading and peeling stages, the WSS helps maximize yield, improve processing efficiency, and ensure a consistently high-quality end product.

Step 3 - Grading drum DST: accurate sizing for consistent processing

The Grading drum DST accurately separates carrot pieces by size, ensuring that only products with the correct dimensions continue to the next processing stage. By creating a uniform product flow, the DST enables each carrot piece to receive the optimal peeling treatment, resulting in a more consistent end product and maximum yield. Its gentle grading process minimizes product damage while maintaining a continuous throughput. As an integral part of the baby carrot processing line, the Grading drum DST improves process efficiency, enhances product consistency, and supports the production of premium-quality baby carrots.

Step 4 - Revolver peeler CRR: gentle peeling with maximum yield

The Revolver peeler CRR removes the peel from carrot pieces using an abrasive peeling process that combines high efficiency with gentle product handling. As the carrots rotate through the machine, they are peeled evenly on all sides, creating a smooth, uniform surface while minimizing product loss. This controlled process helps maximize yield and ensures a consistent product quality. Designed specifically for baby carrot production, the CRR delivers reliable peeling performance and prepares the product for the final polishing and cooling stages, contributing to an efficient and continuous processing line.

Step 5 - Inspection table LT: quality control before the final processing stage

The Inspection table LT provides operators with an ergonomic workstation to inspect baby carrots before they move to the final stages of the production process. Damaged, misshapen, or off-spec products can be removed quickly and efficiently, ensuring only high-quality carrots continue through the line. The conveyor is designed for a smooth and continuous product flow, giving operators a clear view of the product while maintaining processing efficiency. By combining effective manual inspection with a hygienic design, the LT helps improve final product quality and supports the consistent production of premium baby carrots.

Step 4 - Revolver peeler CRR: gentle peeling with maximum yield

Step 5 - Inspection table LT: quality control before the final processing stage

Step 6 - Hydrocooler HC: rapid cooling to preserve freshness and quality

The Hydrocooler HC is the final processing step in the baby carrot processing line, rapidly cooling freshly peeled baby carrots to stabilize product temperature and preserve quality. By quickly removing field and process heat, the HC helps maintain the carrots' crisp texture, fresh appearance, and shelf life. The controlled cooling process prepares the product for packaging while minimizing quality loss during handling and storage. Integrated seamlessly into the processing line, the Hydrocooler HC ensures a continuous product flow and delivers consistently fresh, high-quality baby carrots ready for distribution.