We Supply Complete Lines for Almonds, Hazelnuts & other Nuts

New range of smooth-vibration sizers, avilable with side or bottom discharges and optimized for pieces/ounce type sizing of almonds or other nuts.

This series of machines has been developed to meet the sizing needs of applications that require gentle vibration but high processing capacity and advanced features such as self-cleaning screens and screen size adjustment systems.

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  The Turbo Sort Screen® machines combine Borrell®'s solid and successful experience in the field of designing and manufacturing reliable shaking systems with new operating configurations and deck design.
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  Many spare parts and optional parts such as gauge mechanisms are common and compatible with other Borrell® machines and electronic control options are available.
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  The shakers can be powered by a solid and reliable vibratory drive train developed by Borrell® with eccentric push rod systems or by vibratory rotary motors, depending on the model and the application.

Borrell® Precision UHX Sizers

This range of sizer machines provides extraordinary reliability and precision results, obtaining margins of error below 3% with respect to the desired sizes.

Achieving these results requires a unique deck design that transports the almonds up the hill so they bounce smoothly and properly over the screens, always at a specific amplitude and frequency combination.

The screens are easily interchangeable, there are all kinds of sizes and combinations for all applications and they are mounted by levels on the deck of the machine.

Most models of this type provide 5 sizes in a single pass plus an additional outlet for the dust. There are machines with all the outlets on the front of the machine and others with outlets on the side and under the machine.

There are different models available, with different capacities (between 1,000 and 20,000 lb/hr) and models for special applications. All machines are available in carbon steel construction, stainless steel product contact, or integrally stainless steel construction.

The vibration of the machines is driven by a solid and well-experienced system developed by Borrell®. These systems are among the first original designs and patents made by our company 100 years ago and have been conveniently updated and improved. Rotary vibratory motor driven machines are also available, depending on the machine model and the specific application.

Scalping Decks & Distributors

We have expanded our complete range of machines with new models of scalping decks and distributor-type screeners.
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  Powered by Turbo Sort Screen® technology. New design options and precise control of machine operation.
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  Wide range of models available for standard and special applications, available with adjustable and self-cleaning screens.

Thickness Sizers

Our extensive catalog of sizers for almonds and nuts also includes thick sizer type machines, useful for separating whole kernels from splits and brokens, for separating husks and pewees

Other typical applications are their use as classifiers or sizers to obtain the sizes required in some processes (such as walnut cracking) or for direct marketing.

Models available for special applications, built entirely in stainless steel and to be integrated into Borrell® lines for peeling, cutting or processing almonds.

Orbital Sieves/Sifters

Orbital type sieves are a suitable alternative for sieving and screening almond flour.

We have an affordable range driven by an eccentric motor assembly, in different screen diameters, according to the desired capacity and with 2, 3 or 4 screening circuits.

For the most demanding applications, where both the final quality and the hygiene and productivity requirements are maximum, we supply models manufactured by Russell Finex®, whose features include:

• Clamp system for fixing the sieve that allows quick opening and closing, reducing sanitization and maintenance time.
• Vibration driven by rotary motors.
• Reduced height, discharge from the bottom, easy to integrate into complete lines and avoid chutes and transitions.

All models, including those from Russell Finex®, are available with different screen options, including self-cleaning screen systems, control systems, load sensors, feed systems and control panel.

Rotary Sizers

Rotary screen systems are an alternative to consider in some screening processes, such as the recovery of almond brokens & splits, the separation of shell/inshell and the cleaning of almond hash, among others.

Our rotary screeners/sizers are robust in construction and reliable in operation. The machines are designed to be able to operate in parallel in the form of modules.

Several options are available: size and shape of the perforations, shape of the screen (cylindrical or octahedral), construction in carbon or stainless steel, feeding systems, rotation control and control panel.

C & Z Bucket Elevators

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  New Borrell Smart Elevator® product range, universal C/Z reversible buckets, higher performance, reliability & capacity
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  Wide range of models, configurations, options and capacities available
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  New high-performance reversible C-Z universal type buckets, for single or multiple circuits, in food grade plastic or made of stainless steel.
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  We have special hygienic design models for special applications (flour transport, thermal applications, multiple discharges) and custom bucket and body designs.

Vibratory Conveyors

Borrell® has extensive experience in the manufacture of vibratory conveyors, offering models and designs for all process needs, including systems driven by rotary motors and push-rod type devices.

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  More than 100 models & designs available
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  Multiple options: screens, speed/load controls and stainless construction
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  Wide range of designs, lengths, widths and motion types.

Belt Conveyors

Complete range of conveyor belts optimized to transport almonds and other nuts.

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  High capacity / Heavy duty models available
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  Stainless steel body & special application models as option
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  Wide range of designs, lengths, widths and belt types.

Bucket Elevators

Borrell® manufactures bucket elevators optimized for lifting almonds and other nuts, with capacities from 5,000 to 60,000 lb/h and heights of up to 100 ft.

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  Wide range of models and capacities
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  Indoor or Outdoor models
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  Several bucket designs and options

Screw Conveyors / Augers

We have all kinds of screw conveyors specially designed and dimensioned for the transport of almonds and shells.

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  Push or pull type models available with multiple options of diameters, thread design, lengths & capacities
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  Open or closed designs, horizontal or inclined configurations, single or multiple feed and discharge points options available
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  Optional stainless steel construction. Special application models available

Electromagnetic Feeders & Conveyors

We supply electromagnetic feeders of different designs and capacities, optimized to feed our machines and processing lines.

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  Standard and custom vibratory pan/tray designs, for single or multiple vibratory bodies and as well for special applications.
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  We supply advanced electromagnetic vibration systems applied to vibratory trays, vibrating tubes and vibratory elevators.
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  Multiple control and automation options: control panels, accelerometers, level sensors, digital communication and mechanical accessories (hoppers, supports, etc.)

Continuous Belt Dryer/Cooler

Borrell® stainless steel continuous belt dryers are compact modular units that integrate the dryer and the cooler in a single unit.

We manufacture reliable and solidly built dryers, with high-efficiency thermal insulation and multiple configurations & capacities available thanks to its modular design.

Our equipment has an advanced heat recirculation system and/or thermal recuperators (according to models), obtaining high efficiency in all types of applications.

They are available with different types of heat source: hot water/steam, gas (burners) or electrical

These dryers/coolers are ideal to be integrated in small and medium-large capacity blanching lines, as well in high capacity lines having several drying stages (primary/secondary).

Multi-pass Dryers

Borrell® multi-pass dryers are designed to provide uniform, efficient and consistent drying at low process temperatures.

This type of system is available in 4 and 6 pass models. Its typical applications are drying in high-capacity almond blanching lines or for gentle drying of natural almond kernels. With this type of system, long drying times and high capacities can be achieved, which allows its use in dehydration systems.

Our models are of modular construction and there is a wide range of configurations and performances available depending on the processing requirements. The conveying system has been improved and redesigned to optimize drying and prevent breakdowns. The new articulated tray systems transfer the product between levels and another smoothly.

The solid construction and the quality of the thermal insulation guarantee efficient operation, with many alternatives being available as a heat source: gas burner systems, steam or hot water coils, electric heaters as well as combinations with gas boilers, biofuel boilers ( including almond shells) or air recirculation assemblies, heat recovery or preheating by solar thermal energy.

Continuous Coolers

Borrell® manufactures continuous stainless steel belt coolers with high efficiency, capacity and performance.

Our systems use a uniform air flow that is forced to cross the product bed from top to bottom, obtaining a homogeneous and efficient cooling of the product.

The coolers are of modular construction, incorporate thermal insulation on the surfaces and are available in all-stainless steel versions.

The range of equipment includes systems that work with room air or with air cooling systems, depending on the requirements of the process.

We offer special models optimized to be integrated into other manufacturers' steam pasteurization lines for almonds or pistachios, with capacities of up to 15,000 lb/h.

Air sterilization systems by UV lamps are available as an option in systems that use refrigerated air, with or without air recirculation.

Silo type batch dryers

Borrell® supplies silo-type pneumatic dryers specially designed for drying almonds efficiently using low temperatures.

Our design uses a double perforated cone system in combination with a pneumatic circuit and cylinder designed to maximize drying uniformity and energy savings.

This type of equipment is an interesting alternative in small and medium-sized production lines, due to its low maintenance and efficiency, since the high storage capacity allows long drying times.

The low operating temperatures allow multiple sources of heat when required, including hot water boilers with gas or biofuel burners, electric heaters, heat pumps or dehumidifiers or solar thermal installations.

Ultra Fine Almond Flour Machines

Our renewed range of flour mills, developed in collaboration with our partners at Mejisa®, are without equal in performance and produce Ultra-Fine flour of unbeatable quality.

Some standout features:

• Double and triple vertical pass models and various capacities, up to 3,000 lb/hr.
• Stainless steel machined rolls with precision adjustment system.
• Built-in water circuit cooling system for the rolls, to maintain the optimum temperature of the process.
• Low operation cost and maintenance
• Built-in grinder machine or option of mounting it separately.
• Unbeatable quality
• Borrell® or Russel Finex® Sifters suitable in complete lines.
• Water cooler not included, to be purchased or supplied separately
• Solid design
• Built to last

Regular Almond Flour Machines

Borrell® offers almond mills for the production of high quality flour with grain size >0.8 mm.

These machines are robust and reliable, with double pass systems for producing meal or flour.

Standout features:

• Various models and production capacities available, models up to 2,000 lb/hr
• Granite stone rollers with precision adjustment system.
• Optional air cooling system for the machine, to maintain the optimum temperature of the process.
• Low operation cost and maintenance
• Built-in grinder machine or option of mounting it separately.
• Borrell® or Russel Finex® Sifters suitable in complete lines.
• Solid design
• Built to last

Almond Grinders

We supply grinder-type machines with different characteristics and capacities to grind almonds and other nuts.

Usually this machine is paired with a refining mill to produce flour, but it can also be offered as an independent unit.

The machines use stainless steel rollers with teeth of different designs depending on the machine model and process requirements. The rollers are adjustable by means of a precision mechanism and are driven by motors with gearboxes.

The machines are designed with easy-open covers for easy cleaning and maintenance. These machines are suitable for use with either blanched or natural, skin-on almonds.

We have a wide catalog of additional machinery suitable for feeding the machine as well as sieves and sifters to screen the processed product.

FAM Centris® Slicers

Borrell® supplies the FAM Centris® M400 Slicer machine for high capacity and high yield sliced almond production applications.

This special version designed for almonds and other nuts was developed thanks to our partnership with FAM® and STUMABO®, manufacturers of advanced food cutting systems & high-quality cutting blades.

• Extremely precise centrifugal cutting principle with new and innovative patented cutting head technology.
• Different impellers available depending on the application.
• Impellers have round edges and vertical grooves to guide the product perfectly.
• The 100% stainless steel cutting head weighs 26 lb (12 kg), has 16 cutting segments and a reduced amount of parts, which simplifies assembly.

• Rigid, seamless welded frame with no flat surfaces.
• Equipped with a very robust and reliable Direct Drive System.
• No expensive gear box that requires continuous maintenance.
• Equipped with a 2.2 kW (3HP) motor AC three phase stainless steel motor for low energy consumption and designed for easy sanitation and washdown.
• Electrical control panel included
• Designed according to CE, FDA and HACCP regulations.
• Continuous production of up to 4.400 lb.h, approx. (whole meats, clean of foreign material, moisture content between 7% - 8%, and advisable temperature range of 75°C - 85°C, or 167°F - 185°F).

Borrell® Slivering Machines

Our new range of machines to produce almond slivers offers exceptional cut quality and high performance.

Main features:

• Hygienic design, easy maintenance and cleaning.
• Solid stainless steel construction.
• Advanced dosing and guiding system.
• Blades and cutting head powered by FAM®.
• Precise adjustment of the cut.
• Different sets of knives and spacers for different widths of the slivered produced.
• High yield and high quality of the processed product.

For proper operation of this range of machines, the product must be previously thermally conditioned and in suitable conditions.

Borrell® offers suitable thermal conditioners/plasticizers/elasticizers equipment to obtain the best results.

Almond Splitting Machines

Our machines to obtain halves of almonds or splits cut the kernel of the whole almonds into two halves with great quality and performance.

Unlike the halves obtained during processing or due to almond defects, the splits obtained with this machine show a more regular shape, a quality that is appreciated by high value-added market segments, for use in high value-added products made or decorated with almonds.

This cut quality also makes the machine very useful and recommended in the manufacturing processes of very high quality slivered almonds, since by using the halves previously cut by the machine, outstanding quality and performance improvements are obtained in the slivers.

The machine uses a similar adjustable roll system that shares parts with our almond blanchers, so the rolls are interchangeable between machines and use the same advanced eccentric adjustment and regulation system.

In these machines, only one pair of rollers is necessary (the width and capacity of the machine are modular). Between the rollers there is a machined blade made of long-lasting special steel that can be easily removed and sharpened when required.

The rollers are inserted through the side of the machine and can be quickly assembled and disassembled, which together with the hygienic design of the machine facilitate fast and effective sanitization.

FAM FlexiFam® 3D Dicer

Borrell® supplies the FAM FlexiFAM® 3D cutting machine, capable of producing diced almonds of exceptional uniformity and regular shape.

The FAM FlexiFAM® machine performs 3 simultaneous cuts with an advanced and reliable blade system, obtaining exceptional performance and quality results.

Some outstanding features:

• Solid stainless steel construction.
• Capable of cutting almonds with skin (natural/whole) or blanched.
• Low humidity and temperature requirements of the processed product, available Borrell® thermal conditioning equipment.
• Optional clean-in-place system.
• Integrated control panel
• Trapped key interlocking safety system prevents access to the cutting area during machine operation.
• Available compact and easy-to-use blade sharpening machine and different separator sets to obtain different sizes.

For other diced almond production applications with lower requirements for consistency of shape and size, Borrell® also offers high-quality, high-performance grinder-type machines, see available options.

Our range of Taming Sun® continuous roasters meets the most demanding needs for roasting almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, other nuts, peanuts and seeds.

Designed for efficient operation and reliable operation.

Learn about some of its outstanding features:

• Built with quality materials and finishes.
• Available in two width sizes and multiple length configurations, modular construction, expandable.
• New improved perforated stainless steel belt designs.
• All models include the continuous belt, doors and main panels made of stainless steel.
• Chassis and roller chain option in carbon steel or stainless steel.
• Automatic roller chain tensioning system with torque and overload sensors.
• Hygienic design, great accessibility, large surface doors with safety locks on all sides to facilitate sanitization, inspection and maintenance.
• High efficiency internal thermal insulation in walls, doors and panels, manufactured with continuous welding.

• Recirculation and/or heat recovery systems available, for energy efficient operation.
• Models available with or without high performance forced-flow cooling modules.
• New improved aerodynamic design for uniform and homogeneous toasting.
• Choice of gas or electric heat source. Available with PLC or computer control panel and Borrell PlantManager® software.
• Compatible with gas burners from the main manufacturers, low emission models "Low NOx" and "Ultra-low NOx" available.

Correct sizing and configuration are critical in this type of equipment to ensure maximum energy efficiency and the best roasting quality. We study the requirements and needs of each client and project to recommend the appropriate design, contact us for more information without obligation.

Batch Roasters

Ball-type roasters are an alternative for high-quality roasted almonds or other nuts.

The ball-shaped design made of stainless steel and its rotating mechanism guarantee a homogeneous distribution of heat. This system is particularly suitable for small productions, although there is the possibility of installing equipment in parallel and automating the filling, control and unloading operations.

The roasting process is carried out by loading batches into the roaster, which has a system to carry out the filling and emptying operation comfortably and quickly.

The toaster has a control panel for its operation with a timer and control of the heat source.

The standard version is equipped with a gas burner and electric, infrared and induction models are available. Other available options are non-contact temperature sensors, feeding and conveying systems, including cooling vibratory conveyors and other accessories.

This machine is offered by Borrell® in collaboration with our preferred partner Mejisa® and several models are offered, available with load capacities between 220 lbs. and 660 lbs.

Bins

For the transitory storage and handling of almonds during processing, we have a wide catalog of bins of different sizes, capacities and designs, most suitable for general uses and others special for specific applications, such as the transfer of flour or the handling of wet product.

There are designs with a lower emptying system, by means of a gate, or models that need to be turned over for emptying. They can be made of carbon steel or stainless steel and have multiple configuration options, such as special discharge gates for flour, top covers, non-slip systems, etc.

We supply all the additional equipment necessary for filling and emptying as well, including bin supports and bin tippers.

Almond storage

We supply silos and hoppers of all kinds and capacity to store almonds and other nuts properly.

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  We offer cylindrical designs, with one or two cones, square and rectangular. The silos, hoppers and surge bins are also optionally available in versions built with stainless steel.
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  Our silos, hoppers and surge bins fit perfectly into our shelling and processing lines at all stages.
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  A wide range of additional equipment is available (screw conveyors, multi-discharge belts, elevators, feeders, automatic samplers,dust collection systems, continuous scales for production control level sensors and control systems)

Continuous & Batch Scales

We supply scales for continuous weighing of production and packaging scales, both for bags, big bags, or boxes.

Our continuous scales are easily integrated into our production lines and have a new control software that allows you to control and capture data in a simple and safe way. We have models of different capacities and built in carbon steel or stainless steel depending on the customer's preferences.

We offer packaging scale systems that integrate certified scales from Mettler Toledo® and other suppliers, as well as complete automatic or semi-automatic lines for weighing and packaging large volumes per hour.