Carrot Processing Line

Automatic Carrot Processing & Packaging Equipment

Carrots are one of the most widely processed vegetables worldwide, used in canned products, frozen vegetables, juice, puree, and snacks. To meet industrial-scale production requirements, processors need a fully integrated system that handles washing, peeling, cutting, blanching, and packaging efficiently.

The HSYL Carrot Processing Line is designed for high throughput, stable quality, and food safety compliance, suitable for domestic processing plants and export-oriented factories.

1. Applicable Raw Materials & Products

Raw Materials:

• Fresh carrots (root carrots)

• Organic or conventional varieties

• Optional pre-sorting by size

End Products:

• Canned carrots

• Frozen carrot pieces, sticks, or dices

• Carrot puree for sauces, baby food, or beverages

• Dehydrated carrot slices

Proper pre-processing ensures uniform size, consistent color, and maximum nutrient retention.

2. Standard Process Flow

1. Cleaning & Washing

   • Removes soil, stones, and impurities

   • High-pressure rotary wash ensures uniform cleaning

2. Peeling

   • Abrasive peeling or steam peeling based on production requirements

   • Retains maximum carrot yield

3. Cutting & Slicing

   • Dicing, slicing, julienne, or sticks

   • Uniform sizing ensures consistent cooking and packaging

4. Blanching (Optional)

   • Retains color, flavor, and nutrients

   • Inactivates enzymes to extend shelf life

5. Cooling / Water Removal

   • Rapid cooling prevents overcooking

   • Prepares carrots for canning, freezing, or further processing

6. Packaging

   • For canned products: filling, sealing, sterilization

   • For frozen products: flash freezing, belt freezing, packaging

   • Optional vacuum or modified atmosphere packaging

3. Key Advantages

• High Efficiency: Continuous operation with high throughput

• Food Safety: HACCP-compliant design with stainless steel construction

• Product Quality: Uniform size, consistent color, and nutrient retention

• Flexible Configuration: Modular design supports canned, frozen, or puree production

4. Technical Parameters (Reference)

5. Food Safety & Compliance

• HACCP-compliant

• GMP hygienic design

• ISO22000 support

• CE-certified equipment

• FDA-approved food contact materials

Suitable for both domestic consumption and international export.

6. ROI & Business Benefits

• Reduce labor costs through automation

• Minimize product loss with precision cutting and peeling

• Consistent product quality increases market acceptance

• Modular design allows future expansion

• Typical ROI: 12–24 months depending on factory scale

7. Optional Equipment & Customization

8. Why Choose HSYL?

HSYL is a Chinese food processing equipment manufacturer with extensive experience in vegetable processing lines.
We provide:

• Turnkey solutions from layout design to commissioning

• Technical support and operator training

• Spare parts and maintenance services

• Export-ready solutions for Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Europe

9. FAQ Module (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: What types of carrots can be processed?

Fresh root carrots, organic or conventional, of different sizes. Pre-sorting optional for uniform product output.

Q2: Can the line produce different carrot products?

Yes. It supports canned, frozen, diced, sliced, sticks, julienne, puree, and dehydrated carrots.

Q3: Is the line food-safe and export compliant?

Absolutely. Designed to HACCP and GMP standards, using stainless steel for all product-contact surfaces. Suitable for international markets.

Q4: How automated is the line?

Fully automatic, controlled by PLC + touch screen, minimizing manual labor while maintaining consistent output.

Q5: Can the cutting and peeling machines be adjusted?

Yes. The line supports different peeling methods (abrasive or steam) and cutting formats (dice, slice, stick, julienne) for flexibility.

Q6: What is the production capacity?

Typically 1–10 tons/hour, depending on the configuration, can size, and product type. Customization available.

Q7: Is technical support provided after installation?

Yes. HSYL provides on-site commissioning, operator training, maintenance support, and spare parts supply.

Q8: Can this line handle other vegetables?

Yes. The modular design allows processing similar root vegetables such as beetroot, parsnip, and turnip.