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- Stock: In Stock
- Brand: TurcoBazaar
- Model: TB500B
- Dimensions: 182.50cm x 77.50cm x 193.00cm
- SKU: TB500B
- MPN: TB500B
- Location: London
The TB500B processes hazelnuts, walnuts, and almonds through automated cracking and shell separation. A two-stage system uses the TB250B for sizing and the TB500B for cracking at 0.55 kW power draw. Single-operator control suits confectionery ingredient preparation, nut processing facilities, and commercial bakeries.
Commercial Application
Manual shell removal creates a labour bottleneck in high-volume nut preparation. The TB250B sizes incoming nuts by diameter. The TB500B cracks and separates shells in a continuous feed, delivering prep-ready kernels without hand sorting.
Used during prep shifts before service or in continuous production runs for confectionery lines. The 350 kg operational weight provides floor stability during extended cracking cycles. Output consistency eliminates batch variation across production schedules.
Key Operational Advantages
- Two-stage automated line: TB250B sizing, TB500B cracking and shell separation
- Processes hazelnuts, walnuts, and almonds in single production run
- 0.55 kW motor with 350 kg frame weight for stable floor mounting
- 78 × 182 × 193 cm footprint fits standard prep areas
- CE certified for UK and EU; meets NSF and CSA hygiene standards
- Single-operator control reduces labour cost per kilogram processed
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | TB500B |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 8 × 18 × 19 cm (3.1 × 7.2 × 7.6 in) |
| Power Output | 0.55 kW |
| Voltage | 230V |
| Certification | Meets commercial kitchen hygiene and safety standards applicable to CE (UK & EU), NSF (USA) and CSA (Canada) requirements. |
| Weight | 350.0 kg (771.6 lbs) |
Construction & Build Quality
Frame is welded steel with stainless steel contact surfaces for kernel and shell handling. The 0.55 kW motor drives both sizing and cracking mechanisms through belt transmission. The 350 kg unit weight anchors the machine during high-cycle operation.
- Welded steel frame with stainless steel kernel contact zones
- 0.55 kW motor with belt-drive transmission for sizing and cracking stages
- 350 kg operational weight provides floor stability during extended cycles
- Removable cracking chamber for cleaning between nut varieties
Suitable Operations
- Nut processing farms
- Confectionery ingredient workshops
- Artisanal food producers
- Specialty bakeries
- Commercial food prep kitchens
Procurement & Support
TurcoBazaar ships the TB500B worldwide from UK warehouse stock to Europe, USA, Canada, Middle East, and Africa. Freight quotation provided for units over 300 kg. Import documentation and voltage configuration confirmed at order placement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which nut varieties does the TB500B process?
A: The TB500B cracks hazelnuts, walnuts, and almonds. Shell hardness adjustment allows processing of different varieties within a single production shift. The TB250B sizing stage ensures consistent feed diameter for each nut type.
Q: What is the processing capacity per hour?
A: Capacity depends on nut size and shell hardness. Typical throughput ranges from 80 to 150 kg per hour for hazelnuts and walnuts. Almonds process at the upper end of this range due to shell consistency.
Q: What is the kernel damage rate during cracking?
A: Controlled pressure cracking reduces kernel fracture to under 8% for properly sized nuts. Pre-sizing via TB250B maintains consistent feed diameter, which minimises damage. Shell hardness adjustment lowers breakage for thin-shell varieties.
Q: How do you adjust the machine for different shell thicknesses?
A: Cracking pressure is adjustable via control panel settings. Operators test a sample batch and adjust pressure until kernel damage falls below acceptable tolerance. The setting is then locked for the production run.
Q: How do you clean the machine between different nut types?
A: The cracking chamber is removable for wash-down between batches. Stainless steel contact surfaces allow wet cleaning without corrosion. Belt assemblies and sizing channels flush clean with compressed air or water rinse.





