Maximize efficiency. Minimize total cost of ownership.
The GEA MaxiFormer II sets the industry standard for drum forming. Inspired by the trusted MaxiFormer, it delivers higher throughput, consistent quality, and reduced waste – all at the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in the market.
Maximize versatility
- Proven across poultry, pork, fish, vegetarian, cheese, vegan and potato applications
- Form products in 2D, natural 3D and fantasy shapes
- Achieve virtually no product waste or wash-off
- Retain product texture with up to 31% lower filling pressure
Lower your total cost of ownership
- Run at uninterrupted capacity up to 330 strokes/min or 10 kg/hour
- Extend production up to 60 hours between drum cleans and reach 99.8% uptime
- Ensure uniform weight distribution with up to 1.7% lower giveaway
Improve sustainability
- Eliminate processing water usage (100% reduction)
- Reduce hot water consumption by up to 91%
- Cut total annual water use by up to 80%
- Optimize energy and chemical consumption
Rely on proven reliability
- Leverage GEA’s expertise for seamless upstream and downstream integration
- Operate confidently with the most advanced, touch-screen control system
Main product applications
The MaxiFormer II is trusted by processors worldwide for high-volume, high-quality products.
Main product applications include chicken nuggets & tenders, 3D chicken filets, pork cutlets, plant-based patties & nuggets, potato products and cheese-based snacks.
Technology highlights
The GEA MaxiFormer II combines patented step-filling technology, a 1000 mm-wide drum and a targeted air knock-out system to deliver gentle forming, higher throughput, and maximum efficiency.
Worlds first 1000mm wide drum
Choose between 600 mm and 1000 mm-wide drums for the right capacity. The extra-wide option maximizes throughput while optimizing space and belt loading, delivering the highest efficiency per square meter of floor space.
Targeted air knock-out system
Eject products precisely using high-pressure dry air aimed at each row of cavities. This targeted approach protects product quality, improves efficiency, and avoids unnecessary wear on the drum.
Accessories for GEA MaxiFormer II
In addition to the MaxiFormer, the complete system includes a vane pump, a GEA MaxiDrum, GEA MaxiCarriage, GEA MaxiStorage and GEA MaxiClean.
GEA MaxiDrum
Ensure precise, consistent portioning for every product. The MaxiDrum’s rigid spoke design delivers uniform filling pressure and twice the weight accuracy of standard systems for 2D and 3D products. Custom drums with 2D or 3D cavities are available, and the MaxiFormer DemoDrum simplifies and accelerates product development.
GEA MaxiClean
Reduce downtime with fully automatic, intelligent drum cleaning. The MaxiClean system monitors key parameters and stops when the drum is clean, cutting water use by up to 80% while speeding up product changeover.
GEA MaxiCarriage
Move drums safely and efficiently between stations. The MaxiCarriage allows used drums to be easily transferred from the MaxiFormer to the MaxiClean, speeding up cleaning, reducing downtime, and ensuring secure handling. The GEA MaxiStorage can store up to four drums.
Technical details
| Product specifications | GEA MaxiFormer 600 | GEA MaxiFormer 1000 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimension LxWxH | 2056x1856x2022 mm | 2456x1856x2022 mm |
| Belt width | 600 mm | 1000 mm |
| Max. capacity | up to 330 strokes/minute | up to 330 strokes/minute |
| Speed | 3 up to 33 meter/minute | 4 up to 33 meter/minute |
| Min. | 4 mm | 4 mm |
| Max. | 18 mm | 18 mm |
Our service & support
Partnership that goes beyond equipment
With GEA, you get more than a machine – you get a trusted partner.
- Installation & commissioning support
- Operator training programs
- Preventive maintenance services
- Global spare parts availability
- Access to GEA Technology Centers for product testing and development
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McCain and GEA’s sustainable drum forming innovation
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