Cashew Boiler and Cooker

A specialized boiler for steaming raw cashew nuts (RCN), facilitating easy shelling and improving kernel quality by softening the shells without damaging the inner nuts.

Cashew Nut Cooking System

Optimize your cashew processing with Sairaj Machinery’s Cashew Boiler – a compact, wood-fired steamer that softens raw cashew nuts for effortless shelling and superior kernel quality. Available in capacities from 100 kg to 320 kg, it features onsite warranty support and low fuel use, making it ideal for small-scale global operations seeking efficiency and reliability.

Key Features:

Compact & Superior Design (space-saving and efficient build for easy installation)
Used on Less Wood Fire (fuel-efficient, reduces wood consumption for cost savings and eco-friendliness)
Six Month Warranty with Onsite Service Support (includes installation assistance and repairs at your location)
Useful for Small Scale Industry (affordable and scalable for startups or low-volume processors)
Models Available in 100 Kg, 160 Kg, 240 Kg, 320 Kg Capacity (options for varying production needs; from other variations in history: also 80 Kg, 640 Kg)

Inclusive Components:

Safety Valve (prevents overpressure for safe operation)
Pressure Gauge (monitors steam pressure in real-time)
Water Level Gauge (ensures proper water levels to avoid dry boiling)
Cooker (main vessel for steaming the nuts)
Boiler (generates steam efficiently)
Steam Line (distributes steam evenly to the cooker)
Stove – Fire Place (integrated wood-fired heating system)

Sairaj Machinery’s Cashew Boiler and Cooker is an essential entry-point machine in cashew processing, expertly designed to steam raw cashew nuts (RCN) at controlled pressures, making shells easier to crack while preserving the delicate kernels inside for maximum yield and quality. With a compact footprint and superior engineering, this wood-fired system minimizes fuel consumption – using less wood than traditional methods – to lower costs and environmental impact, perfect for processors in resource-limited areas like rural India or Africa. Models range from 100 kg to 320 kg (with extensions to 640 kg), each including critical safety features like a pressure gauge, safety valve, and water level indicator, ensuring safe, reliable operation even for beginners. The inclusive setup – boiler, cooker, steam line, and stove/fireplace – allows seamless integration into full lines, backed by a 6-month onsite warranty, easy maintenance, and expert support to reduce downtime. Whether you’re a small-scale farmer exporting to Brazil or a medium enterprise meeting international standards, this boiler enhances shelling efficiency by 20-30%, reducing breakage and boosting whole kernel recovery to over 95% when paired with our Konark cutters.

Detailed Uses of Cashew Nut Autoline Detailed Uses of Cashew Boiler and Cooker

Cashew boilers like Sairaj’s model are foundational in the cashew supply chain, primarily used to prepare raw nuts for downstream processing by steaming them to soften shells. This step is crucial for achieving high-quality outputs with minimal waste. Here’s a detailed overview of its key applications and benefits:

Steaming for Easy Shelling: The boiler heats RCN in a pressurized cooker (up to 100-320 kg batches), softening the hard outer shells through steam penetration. This makes manual or mechanical shelling (e.g., with Konark cutters) 2-3 times faster and reduces kernel breakage by 15-20%. In high-production regions like Vietnam or Ivory Coast, it’s used daily to process fresh harvests, ensuring kernels remain whole and oil-rich for premium grading (e.g., W180 or W320 standards).
Improving Kernel Quality and Yield: By controlling steam via gauges and valves, the boiler prevents over-steaming (which can cause scorching) or under-steaming (leading to tough shells), resulting in brighter, undamaged kernels with better flavor and nutritional value. Processors use it to achieve 95%+ recovery rates, minimizing losses from cracked or scorched nuts – vital for exporters targeting health-focused markets where antioxidants and healthy fats are prized.
Fuel-Efficient Operation for Small-Scale Industries: Designed for low wood fire usage, it’s ideal for rural or small enterprises with limited resources, cutting fuel costs by 30-40% compared to open-fire methods. In off-grid areas of Africa or India, the integrated stove/fireplace allows operation without electricity, supporting sustainable practices and enabling farmers to process 100-640 kg loads seasonally without high overheads.
Safety and Integration in Processing Lines: Equipped with safety valves and monitoring tools, it ensures operator safety by preventing explosions or leaks. It’s commonly integrated into autolines for continuous flow: steamed nuts feed directly into cutters and peelers, streamlining workflows and reducing labor from 5-6 workers to 1-2 per shift. For global compliance, it helps meet food safety norms like HACCP by maintaining hygienic steaming conditions.
Versatile Applications Across Scales and Regions: Startups use smaller 100-160 kg models for pilot batches, while mid-sized plants opt for 240-320 kg for daily 1-2 ton outputs. In humid climates like Brazil, it prevents mold by quick steaming, preserving nut integrity for organic exports. Environmentally, its efficiency supports carbon reduction goals, and with onsite support, it offers quick ROI through higher yields and lower maintenance – often paying for itself in 6-12 months via reduced waste.

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