First-time-right spiral cooking
GEA CookStar First
The GEA CookStar First is a compact, industrial spiral oven designed for small to mid-sized food processing lines. As the latest addition to GEA’s market-leading CookStar family, it delivers first-time-right spiral cooking and replicates that ‘home-cooked’ quality at scale.
Achieve perfect results from day one
GEA CookStar First is a compact, twin-zone spiral oven designed for small to mid-sized food processing lines. As the latest addition to GEA’s market-leading CookStar family, it delivers consistent, high-quality results from the start, with precise control over temperature, humidity, and airflow. Ideal for steam-cooked products, coated poultry, plant-based foods, grilled items, and ready meals.
- Reliable, first-time-right cooking performance
- Up to 3% higher yield and 10–30% shorter cooking times
- Energy and water savings up to 12%
Main food applications
The GEA CookStar First industrial spiral oven is ideal for small to mid-sized food processing operations, producing steam-cooked products, coated poultry, plant-based foods, baked or grilled products and ready meals.
Key benefits at a glance
Ensure consistent cooking quality
- Just 1°C temperature variation across the belt
- Twin-zone design with vertical booster airflow
- Delivers uniform color and texture
Maximize yield and throughput
- Up to 3% higher yield compared to conventional ovens
- Throughput up to 1,700 kg/h
- Up to 25% shorter cooking times
Reduce energy and water consumption
- Intelligent active exhaust system minimizes air leakage
- Efficient water reuse system
- Up to 12% reduction in resource usage
Future-proof your production
- Compact footprint fits brownfield sites
- Easily scalable to higher-capacity CookStar models
- Compatible with GEA Insight Partner for remote diagnostics
Technology Highlights
GEA CookStar First integrates innovative cooking technologies to deliver consistent results, reduce resource consumption, and support flexible production.
Twin-zone spiral oven with booster impingement
Combines horizontal and vertical airflow for faster cooking and better product color. Ensures even heat distribution across the belt.
Intelligent active exhaust system
Minimizes air leakage and stabilizes oven conditions. Improves energy efficiency and cooking consistency.
GEA SmartControl Premium HMI
Provides full process control with alarms, timelines, and data tracking. Enables efficient operation and remote diagnostics.
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Technical details
| Feature | GEA CookStar First |
|---|---|
| Belt length | 47 m |
| Belt width | 600 mm |
| Max. capacity | Up to 1,700 kg/h |
| Max. product height | 85 mm |
| Dimensions LxWxH | 9248x4450x3778 mm |
Reduce energy and water consumption up to 12%
GEA CookStar First has earned the Add Better label for its energy and water-saving features. It’s a smart choice for sustainable food production.
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