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Universal Cooker
Engineered for Precision.
Built for Versatility.
Trusted for Performance
Applications
Whether you’re creating small batches for R&D or scaling up for commercial production, the Universal Cooker delivers uncompromising
performance for a wide range of applications
Features
Vacuum Processing
For oxygen-free cooking, enhanced shelf life, and precise control
Cooling Jacket
Inline Homogenizer (Optional)
Dual Heating System
Mul tiple Blade Options
CIP-Ready Design
Advantages
Whether you’re creating small batches for R&D or scaling up for commercial production, the Universal Cooker delivers uncompromising
performance for a wide range of applications
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Procer Universal Cooker and what does it do?
The Procer Universal Cooker combines cooking, high shear mixing, and processing in a single jacketed vessel. It heats ingredients, applies high shear to achieve the required texture, and can cool the finished product in the same vessel without transferring material between tanks.
What products are made using the Universal Cooker?
The Universal Cooker is used to manufacture sauces, gravies, chutneys, jams, marmalades, hummus, peanut butter, fruit compotes, custards, and similar food products that require cooking and high shear mixing together in a controlled, heated process.
How does the heating and cooling system work?
The vessel jacket is connected to a steam or hot water supply for heating, and a cold water or chiller supply for cooling. This allows the operator to heat the product during processing and then cool it in the same vessel before discharge, reducing total cycle time and eliminating contamination from transfer.
Can the Universal Cooker handle viscous products?
Yes. The Universal Cooker is specifically designed for thick, viscous food products. The high shear mixing head breaks down lumps and ensures even texture, while the slow-speed anchor agitator keeps the product moving across the heated vessel wall to prevent scorching.
What batch sizes does the Universal Cooker support?
Universal Cooker systems are available in multiple vessel sizes from small pilot units to large-scale production batches. The right size depends on your production targets, cycle time requirements, and space constraints. Procer can configure a system for your specific volume.
Is the Universal Cooker suitable for food-grade production?
Yes. The Universal Cooker is built from food-grade stainless steel with smooth internal finishes, hygienic seals, and CIP-compatible design. It meets the hygiene and material standards required for food production and can be configured for pharma-grade applications on request.
How is the Universal Cooker different from a standard steam jacketed kettle?
A standard jacketed kettle only heats and stirs. The Universal Cooker adds a high shear rotor-stator mixing system that actively breaks down particles, disperses ingredients, and controls texture, producing a smoother and more consistent finished product with shorter processing times.
How do I get the right Universal Cooker specification for my recipe?
Share your product type, batch size, target viscosity, heating and cooling requirements, and cycle time expectations with Procer’s team. We will recommend the right vessel volume, mixing system, and jacket configuration. Contact us via the form on this page.