{"id":10532,"date":"2026-11-13T15:29:51","date_gmt":"2026-11-13T07:29:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nut-machine.com\/?p=10532"},"modified":"2026-11-13T15:29:55","modified_gmt":"2026-11-13T07:29:55","slug":"cashew-steaming-machine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nut-machine.com\/zh_tw\/cashew-steaming-machine\/","title":{"rendered":"Cashew Steaming Machine | Industrial Steam Cooking Equipment"},"content":{"rendered":"
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A cashew steaming machine cooks raw cashew nuts with steam or hot air. This softens the shell and kills harmful bacteria. The machine handles 200 to 1200 kg of cashews per hour <\/mark><\/strong>depending on the model. Small box-type units process 200\u2013300\u516c\u65a4\/\u5c0f\u6642<\/mark><\/strong>. Large continuous systems with steam boilers reach 1000\u20131200 kg\/h.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The steaming step is critical in cashew processing. It happens after grading and before shelling. Proper steaming makes the shell brittle. This allows the shelling machine to crack the nut cleanly. It also reduces kernel breakage and improves whole kernel recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Shelled Cashew Kernels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This machine uses either electric heating, gas heating, or an external steam boiler. The choice depends on your facility and production scale. All contact parts use food-grade materials. The system is designed for continuous or batch operation in commercial cashew plants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taizy has supplied cashew processing equipment for over 10 years. Machines are exported to Africa, Asia, and South America. Every cashew steaming machine is backed by a 12-month warranty and technical support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Technical Specifications of the Cashew Steaming Machine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The machine comes in three standard configurations. Each matches a different production scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u53c3\u6578<\/th>Small Box Type<\/th>Medium Continuous<\/th>Large Continuous<\/th><\/tr>
\u5bb9\u91cf<\/td>200\u2013300\u516c\u65a4\/\u5c0f\u6642<\/td>600 kg per batch<\/td>1000\u20131200 kg\/h<\/td><\/tr>
\u529f\u7387<\/td>24 \u5343\u74e6<\/td>7.5 kW<\/td>0.75 kW (conveyor)<\/td><\/tr>
\u96fb\u58d3<\/td>380V, 50Hz<\/td>380V, 50Hz<\/td>380V, 50Hz<\/td><\/tr>
\u5c3a\u5bf8<\/td>1500\u00d7600\u00d71550 mm<\/td>2000\u00d71500\u00d72800 mm<\/td>2000\u00d71000\u00d72800 mm<\/td><\/tr>
\u91cd\u91cf<\/td>150\u516c\u65a4<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
Tray quantity<\/td>24 trays<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
Heating<\/td>Electric or gas<\/td>Steam boiler<\/td>Steam boiler<\/td><\/tr>
Gas consumption<\/td>4 kg\/h (gas model)<\/td>\u2014<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
\u6750\u6599<\/td>Food-grade steel<\/td>\u78b3\u92fc<\/td>\u78b3\u92fc<\/td><\/tr>
Control<\/td>Manual or automatic<\/td>Automatic cylinder feeding<\/td>\u5168\u81ea\u52d5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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\"Cashew
Cashew Nut Steam Cooker<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
\"High
High Capacity Cashew Steaming Machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

How Does the Cashew Steaming Machine Work in a Processing Line?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The machine is the third stage in a complete cashew processing line. It sits between the grader and the shelling machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Complete Cashew Processing Flow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Raw cashew intake: Nuts arrive from farms and are cleaned.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Grading: A sorting machine separates nuts by size for even steaming.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Steaming: The cashew steaming machine cooks the nuts. Shells soften and bacteria are killed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Shelling: The automatic shelling machine cracks the softened shells.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Shell and kernel separation: A separator removes shells from kernels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Kernel drying: Wet kernels enter a dryer to reduce moisture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Cooling: Kernels cool until the skin can be rubbed off by hand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Peeling: A peeling machine removes the testa skin from kernels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Humidifying: Kernels are moistened slightly for grading.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  10. Kernel grading: A sorting machine separates kernels by size and quality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  11. Finished kernels: Ready for roasting or packaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  12. Roasting and flavoring: Kernels are roasted into various flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The steaming step determines how well the shelling machine performs. Under-steamed nuts resist cracking. Over-steamed nuts become too soft and break during shelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    What Heating Options Are Available for the Cashew Steaming Machine?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The machine supports three heating methods. Choose based on your energy costs and facility setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Electric models use heating elements inside the chamber. Power consumption is 24 kW for the small box type. This option is simple to install. It works where electricity is reliable and affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Gas Heating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Gas models burn LPG or natural gas. The small box type consumes 4 kg of gas per hour. This option reduces operating costs where gas is cheaper than electricity. It requires a gas line and ventilation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Steam Boiler Heating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Large systems use an external steam boiler. The boiler supplies steam to both the steaming machine and the kernel dryer. This is the most efficient option for high-volume production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Two boiler sizes are available:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Boiler Parameter<\/th>0.5 Ton Boiler<\/th>1.5\u20132 Ton Boiler<\/th><\/tr>
    Steam output<\/td>0.5 ton\/h<\/td>1.5\u20132 ton\/h<\/td><\/tr>
    \u529f\u7387<\/td>9.7 kW<\/td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr>
    Blower<\/td>0.75\u5343\u74e6<\/td>2.2\u5343\u74e6<\/td><\/tr>
    Draft fan<\/td>1.1\u5343\u74e6<\/td>3 kW<\/td><\/tr>
    Water pump<\/td>0.55 kW<\/td>2 kW<\/td><\/tr>
    \u5c3a\u5bf8<\/td>800\u00d7600\u00d72000 mm<\/td>Diameter 1400 mm \u00d7 3700 mm<\/td><\/tr>
    Coal consumption<\/td>30\u201340 kg\/h<\/td>150\u2013300 kg\/h<\/td><\/tr>
    \u91cd\u91cf<\/td>2 tons<\/td>8\u201310 tons<\/td><\/tr>
    \u6750\u6599<\/td>\u78b3\u92fc<\/td>\u78b3\u92fc<\/td><\/tr>
    Fuel type<\/td>Coal<\/td>Coal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    The boiler supplies steam to multiple machines. This reduces total energy cost per kilogram of processed nuts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Steam
    Steam Boiler<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Why Is Steaming Critical in Cashew Processing?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Raw cashew shells contain cashew nut shell liquid (CNSL). This is a corrosive oil. It can burn skin and damage equipment. Steaming neutralizes CNSL and makes the shell safe to handle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Steaming also changes the shell structure. The heat makes the shell brittle. The kernel inside stays firm. When the shelling machine cracks the nut, the shell breaks cleanly. The kernel releases whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Without proper steaming, shelling machines crush kernels. Broken kernels sell at 30\u201350% lower prices than whole kernels. The steaming machine protects your profit margin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Inside The Cashew Steaming Machine<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    What Are the Main Features of This Cashew Cooking Equipment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The machine has several design advantages for commercial production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Even Steam Distribution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Multiple steam inlets ensure uniform heat. Every nut receives the same treatment. This prevents under-steamed or over-steamed batches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Automatic Feeding and Discharge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The medium and large models use cylinder-controlled feeding. This reduces labor and keeps the process continuous. Operators load the hopper and the machine handles the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Durable Construction<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Contact parts use food-grade stainless steel. The frame uses carbon steel for strength. The machine withstands the humid, corrosive environment of a cashew plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The small box type suits startups and small processors. The large continuous system suits factories with 1+ ton per hour output. You can start small and add capacity later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Low Operating Cost<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Gas and steam boiler options reduce energy costs compared with electric heating. The closed steam system recycles heat. This lowers fuel consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \"Cashew
    Cashew Steaming Machine For Sale<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Case Example: Cashew Processor in Guinea<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    A cashew processor in Guinea was using manual steaming in drums. The process took 45 minutes per batch. Shell breakage during cracking reached 25%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    They installed the medium continuous cashew steaming machine with a 0.5-ton boiler. Results after one month:<\/p>\n\n\n\n