There are more than 450 Lyco Rotary Drum Blanchers and Coolers in use worldwide used in a wide variety of applications. They are the most advanced, state-of-the-art machines in the world. Our rotary drum machines increase capacity, reduce process times, eliminate under-cooking and over-cooking.
Lyco’s Rotary Drum Blanchers have many features that reduce costs, save time and improve quality:
• Precision manufacturing results in lower equipment maintenance costs
• Trunnion designs eliminate shaft breakage
• Gentle agitation reduces losses from pasta clumping by 10% to 15%
• Ideal for high volume applications
• Higher capacity in a smaller footprint
Larger diameter blanchers and our agitation increases capacity and ensures uniform results.
• Throughput 50% higher than competition
• Precisely controlled retention time, from 2 to 60 minutes
• Uniform temperatures ensure optimal quality
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Lyco was founded in 1980 by the owner and Chairman of the Board, David R. Zittel, who had over 50 years experience in food processing. Lyco prides itself in the longevity of its associates and is measured with many decades of experience with food processing machinery. We’re located in a community of 5,000 people which is 25 miles northeast of Madison, WI, a perfect area to raise a family.
Lyco’s enjoyment and passion is developing the best customer-aligned, innovative food processing machinery in the world. |
Rotary Drum Blanchers and Cookers operate with direct steam. They are made in 36 in. (91.44 cm), 48 in. (121.92 cm), 60 in. (152.4cm) and 72 in. (182.88) diameters. The lengths range from 4 ft. (1.22 m) to 28 ft. (8.53 m). All of them deliver:
• Easy-to-clean sanitary construction for faster changeovers
• Uniform heating and cooling thanks to gentle agitation
• Higher capacity in a smaller footprint
