
Your Starch
is our strength
Optimize the processing of starch, starch derivatives, and proteins – with comprehensive process solutions from Zeppelin Systems.
Starch: A versatile raw material for perfect food products
For decades, starch has been an undisputed all-rounder in the food industry. In its traditional form, it’s ideal for thickening sauces, baking cakes, or enhancing fruit preparations and confectionery. This raw material—derived from corn, wheat, potatoes, and more—also serves as the foundation for numerous derivatives such as starch-based sugars. These are prized for their unique properties and are widely used in infant nutrition, sports supplements, baked goods, beverages, and convenience products—for greater volume, improved consistency, extended shelf life, and reduced crystallization.
To ensure that starch, its derivatives, or proteins deliver their full effect, a variety of precise processing steps are required. Zeppelin Systems makes sure that every single stage—from storage and transport to dosing and preparation—contributes to a perfect and profitable end product.
Optimally equipped with Zeppelin
Mastering the challenges of processing starch and starch derivatives
Processing high-quality starch and starch derivatives requires optimal storage conditions to prevent clumping, moisture issues, or pest infestation.
Different properties of starch types
The different types of starch—such as corn, wheat, or potato starch—have specific physical and chemical properties. These differences require precise adaptation of processing technologies.
Consider the sensitivity of starch
Starch is thermally and chemically sensitive, which places special demands on processing. This makes careful control of the processes essential.
Sustainable waste management
Waste and by-products from starch processing must be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner or further utilized. Sustainable solutions are crucial to meet ecological standards.
Efficiency and innovation for competitiveness
Fluctuating raw material prices require efficient processes, innovative approaches, and sustainable strategies. This is the only way to produce competitive products.
Eight benefits for the industry
Experience and expertise
Decades of experience in plant engineering for the food industry result in economical, resource-efficient, and highly effective solutions for our customers—whether for a new installation or the modernization of an existing brownfield facility.
Industrial-scale testing
The Food Technology Center is equipped with test facilities for dosing, conveying, weighing, sieving, and mixing of formulations. On-site trials and tests enable system optimization and provide a reliable basis for designing efficient plant solutions.
Tailored solutions
All systems are precisely tailored to the specific requirements of your processes and materials.
Innovative technologies
Cutting-edge technologies for maximum energy and process efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in the processing of high-quality bulk materials.
Global delivery and support
A global presence ensures a comprehensive worldwide service and maintenance network.
High efficiency and cost savings
Optimized processes and automated workflows reduce operating costs and boost productivity.
Top quality standards
Use of premium materials and technologies that ensure long-term reliability and low maintenance costs.
Sustainability focus
Systems designed to reduce energy consumption and emissions actively support your environmental and sustainability goals.
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