CCL300 Corn Puff Production Line Overview
The CCL300 is a complete industrial extrusion line for producing direct-expanded corn puffs and shaped corn snacks. Explore the full range of Atlas chips and snack production lines for other capacities and configurations. The line combines raw material hydration, controlled feeding, extrusion and shaping, drying, oil preparation, seasoning and flavor coating in one coordinated production system.
With a nominal production capacity of 250–300 kg/h, the CCL300 is designed for snack manufacturers and investors who need flexible product development, consistent processing and a compact factory layout. Interchangeable forming dies allow the extruder to produce more than 50 shapes, depending on the raw material formulation, seasoning level and finished-product dimensions.
CCL300 Technical Specifications
| Specification | CCL300 |
|---|---|
| Production capacity | 250–300 kg/h |
| Installed electric power | 68 kW |
| Required production area | Approximately 70 m² |
| Construction material | AISI 304 stainless steel |
| Extruder model | Atlas Extrusion 2025 |
| Available product shapes | More than 50 |
| Operation | Fully automatic production line |
| Drying system options | Natural gas or diesel |
| Burner | Riello Italy |
| Oil and seasoning preparation | Two 400 L mixing tanks |
Final capacity and configuration depend on the raw material formulation, seasoning level, product dimensions and selected equipment configuration.
What Can the CCL300 Produce
The CCL300 is engineered for direct-expanded corn snacks in a wide range of sizes and geometries. By changing the forming die and adjusting the production recipe, manufacturers can develop rings, balls, sticks, curls, tubes, wheels and other market-specific corn puff shapes.
The actual product range depends on the selected raw materials, die design, grain thickness, moisture level and operating parameters. Atlas evaluates the target product before confirming the final line configuration.
How the CCL300 Production Process Works
- Raw material preparation: Corn-based raw materials are prepared according to the required product recipe.
- Mixing and hydration: The corn blender distributes water and ingredients through the raw material.
- Controlled transfer: A spiral conveyor transfers the prepared mixture to the extruder.
- Extrusion and expansion: The Atlas extruder processes the mixture under controlled conditions.
- Cutting and shaping: Interchangeable dies and the cutting system create the selected snack shape and size.
- Transfer to drying: A conveyor or air-transfer system moves the product from the extruder to the oven.
- Drying and moisture removal: The customized oven reduces product moisture using a natural-gas or diesel heating system.
- Oil and seasoning preparation: Oil and flavor ingredients are mixed in the double 400 L preparation system.
- Flavor coating: The flavoring drum distributes the oil and seasoning mixture over the finished corn snacks.
- Packaging connection: The finished product can be transferred to a suitable weighing and industrial packaging system selected for the project.
CCL300 Line Components
Corn Blender
Mixes and hydrates the corn-based raw material before extrusion to support consistent feeding and processing.
Spiral Conveyor
Transfers the prepared raw material from the blender to the extruder through a controlled enclosed path.
Atlas Extruder
The central processing machine of the CCL300. It extrudes, expands and shapes the corn mixture at a nominal line capacity of 250–300 kg/h. Interchangeable forming dies support more than 50 product shapes.
Conveyor or Air-Transfer System
Transfers freshly extruded snacks from the extruder outlet to the drying oven. The appropriate transfer method is selected according to the product and factory layout.
Customized Drying Oven
Roasts and dries the extruded corn snacks and reduces residual moisture. The heating system can be configured for natural gas or diesel with a Riello burner.
Flavoring Drum
Applies oil and seasoning uniformly to the surface of the dried corn snacks.
Double Oil and Seasoning Mixer
Prepares the oil and seasoning mixture before spraying. The system includes two tanks with a capacity of 400 L per tank.
Oil Pump
Transfers the prepared oil and seasoning mixture from the mixing tanks to the flavoring drum.
Configuration and Customization Options
Each CCL300 project is configured around the customer’s target product, required shapes, available factory space, preferred heating system and packaging requirements. Final equipment selection should be confirmed after Atlas reviews the raw material, desired finished product and factory layout.
- Interchangeable dies for different snack shapes
- Product-specific transfer configuration
- Natural-gas or diesel oven heating
- Factory-layout adaptation
- Connection to compatible weighing and packaging equipment
- Electrical configuration according to the installation country
Who Is the CCL300 Designed For
- Snack manufacturers adding corn puffs to an existing product range
- Investors establishing an industrial extruded-snack factory
- Food manufacturers seeking multiple shapes from one extrusion platform
- Producers requiring a complete line from raw material preparation to seasoning
AISI 304 Stainless Steel Construction
The CCL300 is manufactured from AISI 304 stainless steel to support hygiene, durability and cleaning requirements in industrial food production. The final material specification and equipment configuration are documented in the technical proposal prepared for each project.
Customer Projects and Production Videos
See Atlas production lines, finished corn snack shapes and customer-project footage in the videos below. A technical consultation is available for manufacturers who want to evaluate a specific product, capacity or factory layout.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the production capacity of the CCL300?
The nominal production capacity is 250–300 kg/h. Actual output depends on the raw material formulation, seasoning level, product shape and finished-product dimensions.
What products can the CCL300 manufacture?
The line produces direct-expanded corn puffs and extruded corn snacks in more than 50 possible shapes, depending on the selected dies and recipe.
How much production space is required?
The standard line requires approximately 70 m². The final footprint depends on the selected layout, transfer system and connected packaging equipment.
What material is used to manufacture the line?
The CCL300 is manufactured from AISI 304 stainless steel for industrial food-production applications.
Which heating systems are available for the drying oven?
The customized drying oven can be configured with a natural-gas or diesel heating system using a Riello burner.
Can the product shape be changed?
Yes. Interchangeable forming dies allow manufacturers to produce different corn puff shapes and sizes. The available shapes should be confirmed against the required raw materials and product specification.
Can the CCL300 be connected to packaging machines?
Yes. Atlas can evaluate compatible weighing and packaging equipment according to the product, target package weight and required packaging speed.
Can the line be customized for my factory?
Yes. The configuration can be adapted to the target product, factory space, heating preference, electrical standard and packaging requirements.
How can I receive a price and technical proposal?
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