DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A COCOA MELANGING AND CONCHING MACHINE FOR SMALL-SCALE INDUSTRY
The development of a Cocoa Melanging and Conching Machine which can make 10kg of cocoa butter while maintaining the quality and flavor for the Small-Scale Industry was created to address the need for an efficient and affordable cocoa processing solution for small-scale chocolate producers.
Problem
Small-scale industries lack machines combining cocoa conching and melanging. The existing two-machine process is energy and time-consuming. This innovative machine aims for efficient, cost-effective, high-quality chocolate production, boosting competitiveness, reducing labor costs, and spurring business expansion.
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Outcome
Cocoa conching and melanging machines enhance chocolate production efficiency, quality, and sustainability, addressing small-scale industry challenges. A major milestone was reached as we were bestowed the IMECHI Sri Lanka Group Chair Award for the most promising entrepreneurial project in 2023.