Germany's chocolate production is characterised by a rich tradition and continuous innovation and forms an essential part of the German confectionery industry. The country is not only one of the leading consumers of chocolate in Europe, but also a major producer. With an annual per capita consumption of around 11 kilograms, chocolate is one of the most popular confectionery products in Germany.
Germany's chocolate production figures are impressive: The annual production volume is over 1 million tonnes of chocolate goods. This makes Germany one of the largest chocolate producers in Europe and exports a significant proportion of its production to countries around the world. The export quota of the German chocolate industry is around 40%, which emphasises the global reach and popularity of German chocolate products.
In the world of mechanical engineering, adapting technologies to specific industry requirements is essential. A good example of this are ball valves, which are used in many industries. These valves, characterised by a rotating ball with a central passage, allow the flow of fluids to be controlled and are valued for their reliability and efficiency.
Compliance with the temperature range
Heating jacket ball valves are a special form of these valves and are an indispensable tool in certain industries, such as the chocolate industry. One supplier of this product group is MIT Moderne Industrietechnik GmbH & Co. KG.
The special feature of MIT's heating jacket ball valves is the “heating jacket”, which keeps the temperature of the chocolate constant during transport. This is of great importance in chocolate production, as chocolate must always be kept within the ideal temperature range to ensure perfect consistency and quality.
With the production of these specialised ball valves, the valve manufacturer offers a tailor-made solution that meets the needs of the chocolate industry.
