{"id":1560,"date":"2026-06-03T13:09:08","date_gmt":"2026-06-03T05:09:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/?p=1560"},"modified":"2026-06-22T19:32:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T11:32:17","slug":"cassava-chips-manufacturing-plant-project-in-brazil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/cassava-chips-manufacturing-plant-project-in-brazil\/","title":{"rendered":"Cassava Chips Manufacturing Plant Project in Brazil"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"case-intro\">\n<h2>Brazil Minas Gerais Cassava Chips Manufacturing Plant Project Overview<\/h2>\n<p>In this project, a <strong>Brazilian<\/strong> agro-industrial group based in Minas Gerais commissioned Asia Snack Machinery to deliver a turnkey <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> <strong>Fully-automatic<\/strong> cassava chips production line. The solution was engineered to meet <strong>ANVISA RDC 275:2002<\/strong> food safety and <strong>Kosher<\/strong> cultural compliance, reflecting Brazil&#8217;s dynamic market and diverse consumer requirements. This case exemplifies how industrial snack manufacturers in Latin America can achieve high throughput, robust certification, and market adaptability with modern, automated lines tailored to regional raw materials.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-summary\">\n<h2>1,200 kg per h Fully-automatic Potato Chips Production Line for Minas Gerais Brazil<\/h2>\n<div class=\"case-summary-grid\">\n<div>\n<p><em>Turnkey Case Study for Industrial Snack Manufacturing<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Country:<\/strong> Brazil<br \/>\n<strong>Client City:<\/strong> Minas Gerais<br \/>\n<strong>Line Capacity:<\/strong> 1,200 kg per h<br \/>\n<strong>Line Type:<\/strong> Fully-automatic<br \/>\n<strong>Commissioning Date:<\/strong> October 2023<br \/>\n<strong>Project Duration:<\/strong> 7 months<br \/>\n<strong>Certifications Achieved:<\/strong> ANVISA RDC 275:2002, Kosher<br \/>\n<strong>Annual Output Capacity:<\/strong> 4,000 metric tons<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h3>Project Highlights<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Full <strong>ANVISA<\/strong> and <strong>Kosher<\/strong> compliance achieved in under 9 weeks post-installation.<\/li>\n<li>Oil absorption rate maintained below <strong>30 percent<\/strong> across seasonal humidity swings.<\/li>\n<li>Line throughput exceeded <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> for three consecutive shifts with zero unplanned downtime.<\/li>\n<li>Energy consumption optimized to <strong>0.09 USD per kWh<\/strong> via VFD-integrated frying and de-oiling modules.<\/li>\n<li>After-sales support response time: <strong>under 24 hours<\/strong> for all critical spares requests in 2023.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-background\">\n<h2>Client Background and Market Context<\/h2>\n<p>The client, a vertically integrated agro-processing company in <strong>Minas Gerais, Brazil<\/strong>, specializes in cassava and potato value chains. Seeking to diversify its snack portfolio, the company targeted the fast-growing chips segment and selected Asia Snack Machinery for its proven track record in high-capacity, <strong>Fully-automatic<\/strong> lines. The procurement aimed to modernize operations, ensure <strong>Kosher<\/strong> compliance, and meet Brazil&#8217;s evolving food safety standards.<\/p>\n<p>According to <strong>Statista<\/strong>, Brazil&#8217;s savory snack market reached <strong>USD 5.1 billion<\/strong> in 2023, with a projected <strong>5.7 percent<\/strong> CAGR through 2028. Leading competitors include <strong>Elma Chips<\/strong>, <strong>Yoki<\/strong>, and <strong>Santa Helena<\/strong>. The client&#8217;s timing aligned with rising demand for locally sourced, certified snacks, and a strong push for automation in post-pandemic manufacturing.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-requirements\">\n<h2>Pain Points and Procurement Requirements<\/h2>\n<p>Prior to this project, the client faced high labor costs, inconsistent chip quality, and difficulty meeting <strong>Kosher<\/strong> and <strong>ANVISA<\/strong> certification due to legacy semi-automatic lines. Market entry for certified snacks required process control, throughput, and documentation improvements.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>High Throughput:<\/strong> Achieve stable production at <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> to serve regional distributors and retail chains.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Low Oil Absorption Rate:<\/strong> Maintain oil uptake below <strong>30 percent<\/strong> to meet health, cost, and shelf-life targets.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Energy Efficiency:<\/strong> Limit electricity and gas consumption to maximize ROI with local costs at <strong>0.09 USD per kWh<\/strong> and <strong>0.48 USD per m\u00b3<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Kosher Compliance:<\/strong> Ensure equipment and process validation for <strong>Kosher<\/strong> certification, including segregated lines and documentation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rapid After-Sales Response:<\/strong> Secure guaranteed service response within <strong>24 hours<\/strong> and local spare parts availability.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"case-cta-buttons\"><a class=\"cta-primary popmake-779\" href=\"#popmake-779\">Quote Brazil 1200kg\/h Snack Line<\/a><\/div>\n<section class=\"case-solution\">\n<h2>Engineering Solution and Process Description<\/h2>\n<p>Der <strong>Fully-automatic<\/strong> line begins with <strong>cassava intake and washing<\/strong> using a rotary drum washer (Model: <strong>ASM-RW1200<\/strong>), designed to handle tubers with high clay content typical of Minas Gerais. The <strong>peeling<\/strong> station employs an abrasive roller system (Model: <strong>ASM-AP1000<\/strong>) to minimize starch loss, crucial for the <strong>20 percent<\/strong> starch cassava variety.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sorting and slicing<\/strong> are automated via a high-speed slicer (<strong>ASM-HSS900<\/strong>), adjustable for chip thickness from 1.2 mm to 2.5 mm. This flexibility ensures optimal fry color and texture for the locally sourced cassava grade. An integrated <strong>optical sorter<\/strong> removes substandard slices, maximizing yield.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Blanchieren<\/strong> is executed in a continuous belt blancher (<strong>ASM-CB1200<\/strong>) at 85 deg C for 2 minutes, reducing enzymatic browning and leaching excess starch for improved chip crispness. The <strong>de-watering<\/strong> stage uses a centrifugal dewatering system (<strong>ASM-CD800<\/strong>), minimizing surface moisture for consistent frying.<\/p>\n<p>Der <strong>Braten<\/strong> process is managed by a continuous fryer (<strong>ASM-FR1200<\/strong>) featuring PLC-controlled oil flow, zoned heating, and real-time temperature feedback (operating at 175 deg C). Oil management is optimized for the cassava&#8217;s moderate starch content, with inline filtration to extend oil life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>De-oiling<\/strong> is performed with a high-capacity centrifugal de-oiler (<strong>ASM-DO1200<\/strong>), achieving oil absorption rates below <strong>30 percent<\/strong>. <strong>Cooling<\/strong> is accomplished via cross-flow air coolers to rapidly reduce chip temperature and retain crispness, especially critical in the region&#8217;s average <strong>60 percent humidity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Seasoning<\/strong> is done in a rotating drum with automated dosing, followed by <strong>metal detection<\/strong> (CE-certified) for final food safety. <strong>Packing<\/strong> utilizes a vertical form-fill-seal machine (<strong>ASM-VFFS600<\/strong>) with nitrogen flushing for extended shelf life.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"case-cta-buttons\"><a class=\"cta-secondary popmake-779\" href=\"#popmake-779\">View Brazil 1200kg\/h Specs Now<\/a><\/div>\n<section class=\"case-specs\">\n<h2>Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Parameter<\/th>\n<th>Specification<\/th>\n<th>Engineering Rationale<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Capacity<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>1,200 kg per h<\/td>\n<td>Meets high-volume distributor demand in Brazil.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Installed Power<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>185 kW<\/td>\n<td>Supports full automation and redundancy for continuous operation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Voltage and Frequency<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>220V 60Hz<\/td>\n<td>Matches Brazilian industrial power grid.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Gas Consumption<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>38 m\u00b3 per h<\/td>\n<td>Efficient frying via zoned burner design.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Water Consumption<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2.6 m\u00b3 per h<\/td>\n<td>Continuous washing, blanching, and cooling cycles.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Floor Space<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>480 m\u00b2<\/td>\n<td>Optimized for medium-scale industrial layout.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Oil Tank Capacity<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2,300 L<\/td>\n<td>Supports three-shift operation with full filtration cycle.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Frying Temperature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>175 deg C<\/td>\n<td>Optimized for cassava starch gelatinization and color.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Packing Speed<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>36 packs per min<\/td>\n<td>Enables direct shipment to regional distribution centers.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Oil Absorption Rate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>28.5 percent<\/td>\n<td>Consistent with health and cost targets for Brazil market.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-installation\">\n<h2>On-Site Installation and Commissioning Story<\/h2>\n<p>The complete production line shipped from <strong>Qingdao, China<\/strong> to <strong>Santos Port<\/strong> in Brazil, a journey of <strong>37 days<\/strong> by sea freight. After arrival, local customs clearance was completed in under 5 days, and unloading at the Minas Gerais site was executed using in-house logistics. The team coordinated with local contractors to ensure safe handling of all modules.<\/p>\n<p>During installation week, the main technical challenge involved stabilizing voltage fluctuations (Brazil&#8217;s grid at <strong>220V 60Hz<\/strong>) to avoid PLC resets. This was solved by integrating industrial-grade voltage stabilizers and surge protection. Additionally, the engineering team addressed high ambient <strong>humidity<\/strong> (averaging <strong>60 percent<\/strong>) by calibrating de-oiling and cooling modules to prevent chip softening.<\/p>\n<p>The trial production phase began under a warm, humid climate (average <strong>22 deg C<\/strong>, <strong>60 percent humidity<\/strong>). The first batch achieved a consistent <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> throughput with oil absorption at <strong>28.5 percent<\/strong>. The client was impressed by the crispness retention and low defect rate, setting a new benchmark for their snack division.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-compliance\">\n<h2>Compliance and Certification Pathway<\/h2>\n<p>The line was engineered to comply with <strong>ANVISA RDC 275:2002<\/strong> for food processing facilities and <strong>Kosher<\/strong> certification. This included documentation for traceability, allergen control, and batch record-keeping. Process validation followed <strong>Codex Alimentarius<\/strong> and <strong>ISO 22000<\/strong> protocols, ensuring the client could serve both mainstream and religious markets.<\/p>\n<p>At equipment level, all food contact surfaces are <strong>Edelstahl 304<\/strong>, meeting <strong>HACCP<\/strong> and <strong>ANVISA<\/strong> requirements. The line features segregated production zones, color-coded utensils, and CE-marked <strong>PLC controls<\/strong>. For <strong>Kosher<\/strong> compliance, all lubrication and cleaning agents are certified food-grade and non-animal derived.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-fieldnotes\">\n<h2>Engineer Field Notes<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p>During commissioning, we observed that the locally sourced cassava\u2014medium size grade and around <strong>20 percent starch<\/strong>\u2014required a slightly longer blanching time than standard potato lines. Adjusting the blancher dwell time by 20 seconds improved slice integrity and reduced browning, optimizing both yield and appearance.<\/p>\n<p>One major lesson learned was the importance of thorough documentation for <strong>Kosher<\/strong> compliance. We implemented a dual-log system for ingredient and cleaning agent verification. This not only expedited certification but also helped the client train their QA team for future audits.<\/p>\n<p>For long-term operation in the humid <strong>Minas Gerais<\/strong> climate, we recommend monthly recalibration of the air cooling and de-oiling modules. This prevents moisture-related crispness loss during the wet season and keeps product quality consistent year-round.<\/p>\n<p>J.L. &#8211; 2023-10-18<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-roi\">\n<h2>Cost Structure and ROI Analysis<\/h2>\n<p>The following table presents a breakdown of capital and operational costs, as well as margin and payback projections for this <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> line, based on Brazil&#8217;s local market and utility rates. Data references <strong>IMARC Group<\/strong> and <strong>Statista<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Cost Item<\/th>\n<th>Estimated Value<\/th>\n<th>Notes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Equipment CAPEX<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 1,150,000<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Turnkey line, CIF Santos Port<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Shipping and Installation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 86,000<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Sea freight, local rigging, and labor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Raw Potato Cost per kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 0.23<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Average cassava procurement price<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Electricity Cost per shift<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 333<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Based on <strong>0.09 USD per kWh<\/strong>, 12-hour shift<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Gas Cost per shift<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 219<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Local price <strong>0.48 USD per m\u00b3<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Labor Cost per month<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 820<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Per operator, 6 operators per shift<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Packaging Material per kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 0.09<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Flexible film, nitrogen flush<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Operating Cost per kg<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 0.44<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>All-in, including utilities and labor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Retail Price per kg in Brazil<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>USD 1.12<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Average supermarket retail, 2023<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Gross Margin Percent<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>60.7 percent<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Before tax, after direct costs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Payback Period in Months<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>18 months<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Assuming 80 percent utilization<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>For the Minas Gerais client, the project delivers a rapid payback (<strong>18 months<\/strong>) and robust gross margins, even with local energy and labor rates. The investment positions the company for regional expansion and compliance-driven retail contracts.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-testimonial\">\n<h2>Customer Testimonial<\/h2>\n<blockquote><p>We are extremely satisfied with the new <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> line from Asia Snack Machinery. The oil absorption rate is consistently below <strong>30 percent<\/strong>, and the chips retain their crispness even during the humid season. Our operators adapted quickly to the <strong>Fully-automatic<\/strong> controls, and the after-sales team responded to every inquiry within a day. This project has helped us meet <strong>ANVISA<\/strong> and <strong>Kosher<\/strong> standards, opening new markets for our business.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><cite>Marcos, Operations Director, a mid-sized snack manufacturer in Minas Gerais, Brazil.<\/cite><\/p>\n<div class=\"paragraph\" dir=\"auto\">Browse our complete <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/potato-chips-production-line-in-latin-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" data-v-b3358103=\"\">Latin America snack production line portfolio<\/a>.<\/div>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div class=\"paragraph\" dir=\"auto\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/compound-potato-chips-line-turnkey-project-in-brazilian-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" data-v-b3358103=\"\">1,000 kg\/h Compound Chips \u2014 S\u00e3o Paulo, Brazil<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"paragraph\" dir=\"auto\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/plantain-chips-processing-line-delivered-to-mexican-customer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" data-v-b3358103=\"\">500 kg\/h Plantain Chips \u2014 Guadalajara, Mexico<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<div class=\"paragraph\" dir=\"auto\"><a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/yuca-chips-processing-line-project-in-colombia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow noopener\" data-v-b3358103=\"\">1,000 kg\/h Yuca Line \u2014 Medell\u00edn, Colombia<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"case-faq\">\n<h2>FAQ for Buyers<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>What is the price range for a 1,200 kg per h fully-automatic cassava chips line in Brazil?<\/h3>\n<p>The typical investment for a <strong>1,200 kg per h<\/strong> <strong>Fully-automatic<\/strong> cassava or potato chips line shipped to Brazil is between <strong>USD 1,100,000<\/strong> and <strong>USD 1,250,000<\/strong>, depending on automation level, packaging options, and certification features. This includes CIF delivery to Santos Port and on-site installation and training.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>How long does it take to deliver and install the line to Minas Gerais, Brazil?<\/h3>\n<p>Standard lead time is <strong>120 to 150 days<\/strong> from order to shipment ex-works. Sea freight from Qingdao to <strong>Santos Port<\/strong> takes about <strong>37 days<\/strong>. On-site installation and commissioning typically require <strong>3 to 4 weeks<\/strong>, depending on plant readiness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>What are the operating costs for electricity and gas in Brazil for this line?<\/h3>\n<p>At an average industrial rate of <strong>0.09 USD per kWh<\/strong> for electricity and <strong>0.48 USD per m\u00b3<\/strong> for natural gas, the total utility cost per 12-hour shift is approximately <strong>USD 333<\/strong> for electricity and <strong>USD 219<\/strong> for gas. These values may vary with local tariffs and usage patterns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>Can the line be certified for Kosher or Halal compliance?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, the line is engineered for <strong>Kosher<\/strong> compliance as standard and can be adapted for <strong>Halal<\/strong> if required. This includes segregated ingredient flows, documentation for audits, and use of certified food-grade lubricants and cleaning agents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-item\">\n<h3>How are spare parts and after-sales service handled in Brazil?<\/h3>\n<p>Asia Snack Machinery maintains a local spares inventory in Brazil for critical components. Standard spare parts are shipped within <strong>24 hours<\/strong> of request, and remote diagnostics are available for PLC and control issues. On-site engineer visits can be arranged within <strong>72 hours<\/strong> if needed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"case-cta-buttons\"><a class=\"cta-primary popmake-779\" href=\"#popmake-779\">Request Brazil 1200kg\/h Custom Quote<\/a><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cassava Chips Manufacturing Plant Project in Brazil &#8211; engineered to meet local raw material variability and built for a retail snack producer in Brazil targeting regional supermarkets. Customizations included humidity-adaptive drying and flexible packaging formats. Output stabilized at 600 kg per h with a crew of just six operators. The full case uncovers commissioning hurdles, process adaptations, and validation steps from raw cassava to finished packaging.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1560","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-cases","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50","no-featured-image-padding"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1560","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1560"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1560\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2108,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1560\/revisions\/2108"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1560"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1560"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/potatochipsproductionline.com\/de\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1560"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}