Macadamia Processing Plant
Our macadamia processing plant is designed to process whole macadamia…
Our macadamia processing plant is designed to process whole macadamia nuts into clean, graded kernels through a continuous and controlled shelling process. As a professional equipment supplier, we provide complete macadamia shelling solutions that integrate grading, cracking, separation, and kernel classification, helping processors improve efficiency and product consistency. This production line is suitable for small and medium-sized processing plants as well as large-scale production projects. We can flexibly configure it based on raw material conditions and target output to meet diverse processing requirements.
Overview of the Macadamia Processing Line
The macadamia processing plant is mainly used for shelling dried macadamia nuts and separating kernels from shells. The complete line consists of several key machines connected by elevators or conveyor belts to ensure smooth material flow and stable operation.
The standard processing steps include:
- Pre-shelling size grading
- Shell cracking
- Separación de cáscara y núcleo
- Kernel grading
This modular design allows flexible configuration according to capacity requirements and nut characteristics.
Main Features of the Macadamia Processing Plant
Suitable for High-Capacity Continuous Production
The entire macadamia processing line is designed for continuous production workflow, making it suitable for long-term stable operation. It meets the batch processing needs of medium to large-scale processing plants.
Stable Shelling Performance and High Kernel Integrity
By combining pre-shelling grading with adjustable shelling parameters, the line achieves stable shelling results and effectively reduces kernel breakage.
Flexible Customization Based on Capacity and Raw Material Size
The macadamia processing equipment configuration and process flow can be designed according to variations in macadamia nut size and the target production capacity.
Easy Operation and High Automation Level
Each processing stage is automatically connected through elevators or conveyor belts, reducing manual intervention and making the operation process clear.
Food-Contact Parts Made of Stainless Steel
All parts that contact the material are made of 304 stainless steel, and 316 stainless steel can be customized upon request.
Customized Line Design Based on Customer Requirements
We can customize a complete macadamia processing plant solution based on the customer’s raw material conditions, target capacity, factory layout, and market demand. This includes equipment model selection, shelling machine quantity configuration, and the overall line layout design.
Why We Recommend a Fully Automatic Macadamia Shelling Line
A fully automatic macadamia shelling line significantly reduces manual labor and improves production consistency. With automated feeding, shelling, separation, and grading, the line can run continuously with minimal supervision, making it ideal for stable long-term operation.
Compared to manual or semi-automatic processing, the automatic line reduces the risk of human error and improves overall processing efficiency. It also helps maintain a cleaner and safer working environment by limiting direct handling of raw nuts and shells.
In addition, the automated line provides better control over production scheduling and capacity planning. It allows you to scale output without changing the overall workflow, supporting future expansion and business growth.
Below we will provide a detailed introduction to our production process.
1: Raw Nut Grading Machine
Before the shelling process, macadamia nuts are first fed into a raw nut grading machine for size classification. This machine is specifically designed for unshelled macadamia nuts and can divide the raw material into four size grades based on diameter: 8–10 mm, 10–12 mm, 12–14 mm, and above 14 mm.
Because macadamia nuts vary in both diameter and shell thickness, size grading prior to shelling helps improve the stability and consistency of the subsequent shelling process. Grouping nuts of similar size allows the shelling machine to operate under more suitable parameters, effectively reducing kernel breakage and improving overall processing efficiency.
2: Macadamia Shelling Machine
The macadamia shelling machine is the core equipment of the macadamia processing plant. It applies controlled mechanical force to crack the hard macadamia shell while minimizing damage to the kernel. The processing capacity of a single machine is approximately 300–400 kg/h, and all parts in contact with the material are made of stainless steel, meeting food processing requirements.
For high-capacity processing projects, multiple shelling machines can be configured to operate in parallel, effectively increasing overall throughput and supporting continuous production.
3: Nut Shell and Kernel Separator
After cracking, the mixture of shells and kernels is transferred to a shell and kernel separation machine. This equipment uses differences in weight, shape, and airflow characteristics to separate kernels from shell fragments.
Efficient separation ensures cleaner kernels and reduces the need for manual sorting, improving processing efficiency and product quality.
4: Nut Kernel Grading Machine
After shell and kernel separation, the kernels are fed into the kernel grading machine for classification by size or specification. The machine can sort the kernels into large, medium, small, or additional grades, with screen sizes and grading levels customizable according to processing requirements.
Kernel grading facilitates subsequent packaging, pricing, and market distribution, and is particularly suitable for export operations and multi-grade product applications.
Conveying and Material Handling System
Throughout the macadamia processing plant, bucket elevators or conveyor belts are used to connect each machine. This automated material handling system reduces labor input and ensures continuous, stable operation of the entire line.
The layout can be customized to fit different factory spaces and production flows.
Customized Macadamia Processing Plant Solutions
We provide complete macadamia processing plant solutions based on your raw material condition, target capacity, and product requirements. Machine models, configurations, and automation levels can be adjusted accordingly.
The final price of the macadamia processing plant depends on equipment selection and production capacity. Please contact us for detailed configuration suggestions and a tailored quotation.