Gentle Steam Peeler for Peaches, Tomatoes, Peppers and Delicate Produce
The Gentle steam peeler runs fruit at lower pressure, so the skin lifts while the flesh stays firm, with no lye in the process.
- Four models, 250 to 1,000 L vessels
- Peaches about 3 to 11.5 t/h at 8 bar (116 psi); potatoes about 3 to 20 t/h at 15 bar (spec sheet)
- US and Canadian vessel certificates, any voltage
Gentle model specifications
| Model | Vessel | Fill (approx.) | Potatoes at 15 bar | Peaches at 8 bar | Steam use | Power | Water | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GENTLE 250 | 250 L (66 gal) | 80 kg (176 lb) | 3–5 t/h (6,600–11,000 lb/h) | 3–3.5 t/h (6,600–7,700 lb/h) | 350 kg/h (772 lb/h) | 1.5 kW | 0.8 m³/h (3.5 gpm) | 30 L/min (1.1 cfm) |
| GENTLE 450 | 450 L (119 gal) | 140 kg (309 lb) | 6–8 t/h (13,200–17,600 lb/h) | 4–5 t/h (8,800–11,000 lb/h) | 600 kg/h (1,323 lb/h) | 2.2 kW | 1.0 m³/h (4.4 gpm) | 40 L/min (1.4 cfm) |
| GENTLE 750 | 750 L (198 gal) | 250 kg (551 lb) | 10–14 t/h (22,000–30,900 lb/h) | 7–8.5 t/h (15,400–18,700 lb/h) | 950 kg/h (2,094 lb/h) | 2.2 kW | 1.0 m³/h (4.4 gpm) | 40 L/min (1.4 cfm) |
| GENTLE 1000 | 1,000 L (264 gal) | 320 kg (705 lb) | 14–20 t/h (30,900–44,100 lb/h) | 10–11.5 t/h (22,000–25,400 lb/h) | 1,200 kg/h (2,646 lb/h) | 5.5 kW | 1.25 m³/h (5.5 gpm) | 50 L/min (1.8 cfm) |
Source: Bigtem Ordinary & Gentle Steam Peelers technical specifications (spec sheet). t/h = metric tonnes per hour. Capacities are approximate and depend on crop, variety, size and condition. Water at 4 bar, compressed air at 8 bar. US units are rounded conversions.
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Peach peeling trials
Where it fits
- Peach lines for freezing or canning
- Processing tomatoes
- Roasted and peeled peppers
- Apples and pears
Gentle steam peeler questions
Which fruits and vegetables can the Gentle peeler handle?
Peaches and other stone fruit, tomatoes, peppers, apples and pears, plus potatoes and root crops at the higher pressure setting.
Does it use chemicals?
No. The Gentle steam peeler uses steam and water, so peach and tomato lines can peel without lye.
What capacity can I expect on peaches?
On the spec sheet, from about 3 to 3.5 t/h of peaches on the GENTLE 250 up to about 10 to 11.5 t/h on the GENTLE 1000, at 8 bar.
Can it be built for 480V/60Hz or 575V/60Hz?
Yes. Bigtem builds to any voltage the customer specifies.
Peel fruit without lye
Send your fruit, tonnage and steam pressure. We recommend a Gentle model and outline the utilities.