In order to start the production of bread and pastries, it is necessary, first, to purchase equipment for baking, not to mention technical formalities such as selection and rent /purchase of premises, opening a company, passing all sanitary standards, and so on. If we imagine that all these stages are already behind or you are planning for the future, then we will proceed directly to the selection and purchase of baking equipment.
First, you need to decide on the type of oven, which is the main equipment at any bakery. Ovens are deck or rotary. With the former, it is possible to produce from 500 to 1000 kg per shift, which is ideal for small bakeries. They can be used to bake rye, hearth or mixed flour products, as well as tin bread and rolls. With a rotary kiln, production volumes can be expanded to 2500 - 2600 kg per shift. In addition, this type of oven is suitable for baking cookies, gingerbread and other confectionery products, which will expand the range of production. If we talk about large-scale production of bakery products, then it is worth noting such baking equipment , like tunnel ovens , which allow producing up to 5000 kg of goods per shift. Most often, they are entire automated complexes equipped with a kneading machine, a dough sheeter, a flour sifter, a proofing cabinet and carts.
However, when choosing an oven of the first or second type, it is necessary to purchase the above equipment for baking, as it will not only reduce time costs, but also improve product quality, eliminating the likelihood of differences from batch to batch. The kneading machine will allow you to mix all the ingredients in automatic mode, and the choice of models, operating modes, attachments and technical characteristics is so great that you can choose the ideal option for each production. The proofing cabinet will protect the dough pieces and dough from drafts, allowing you to maintain the required temperature and humidity levels, which will ensure the best result of finished products. The flour sifter will help to saturate the mixture with oxygen, which will add airiness to the dough, and will also help prevent unwanted elements from entering the workpiece. The dough sheeter and dough divider are also significant baking equipment, but there are alternatives here depending on the business budget.
