Automated full-cycle 3-in-1 processing line for walnuts, hazelnuts, and almonds (200 kg/h)

The 3-in-1 industrial nut processing line (200 kg/h) is a single solution designed for processing three types of nuts: hazelnuts, almonds, and walnuts. The line provides a complete processing cycle — from cracking with maximum whole kernel yield to secondary cracking, shell and kernel sorting, as well as automatic material transfer between stages. The equipment is fully automated, optimizes production processes, and reduces the need for manual labor. It can be additionally equipped and customized to meet the individual needs of the customer.

Advantages of the 3-in-1 Industrial Nut Processing Line

• High productivity:the ability to process up to 200 kg of nuts per hour significantly increases production capacity and meets the needs of even large-scale enterprises.
• Versatility:interchangeable components allow processing of three types of nuts on a single line.
• Comprehensive solution:the line includes a conical nut cracker, aspirator, conveyor, secondary cracker, and vibrating sieve with aspiration system. It is an integrated processing line with a single control panel capable of performing all stages of nut processing into kernels, simplifying workflows and ensuring uninterrupted operation.
• High product quality:thanks to innovative engineering solutions, the line ensures a high-quality nut kernel output.
• Automated process:the line is equipped with automation systems that minimize human involvement and errors, ensuring reliable and efficient equipment performance.
• Easy maintenance:only one operator is required to monitor the line, as the system performs up to 98% of the entire processing operation automatically.

Operating Principle of the 3-in-1 Industrial Automated Processing Line for Hazelnuts, Almonds, and Walnuts

Cracking:
The cone-type nut cracker splits the shell along the entire perimeter, providing access to the kernel. A dedicated interchangeable cracker is used for each type of nut (hazelnuts, almonds, and walnuts), ensuring efficient cracking performance. The cracked product is discharged directly into the aspiration column.

Aspiration:
A high-capacity aspirator separates shells, partitions, and dust generated during the cracking process, after which the kernels are transferred onto the conveyor belt.

Transportation:
The product is conveyed to the next processing stage — secondary cracking.

Secondary Cracking:
The secondary cracker further processes nuts that were not completely cracked during the previous stage. Different settings and interchangeable components are used depending on the nut type. The product is then fed to the vibrating sieve.

Sorting:
The vibrating sieve (equipped with interchangeable screens for each nut type) sorts the kernels into fractions: 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, and crumbs. Before discharge, each fraction passes through an aspiration column for final cleaning from shell residues and dust.

The 3-in-1 industrial automated line is a universal solution for processing hazelnuts, almonds, and walnuts on a single system. Thanks to interchangeable components, the line can be easily adapted to different raw materials, ensuring consistent product quality and significantly improving production efficiency.