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Memory Lane Cakes is celebrating a creamy triumph thanks to some cutting-edge mixing technology! This top-notch bakery, based in Cardiff and part of the Finsbury Food Group, has taken a big leap forward in its production capabilities by bringing in the latest Horizontal Helical Blade Mixers from John R Boone. This new gear is making the process of whipping up cake batters, buttercream fillings, toppings, and ganache for both branded and private-label products a whole lot smoother, especially for many of the UK’s leading supermarkets.
Keeping Up with Modern Bakery Demands
Adapting to the ever-changing tastes of British consumers is no easy feat. With over 100 buttercream recipes and a diverse range of cake batters, the mixing equipment has to handle some serious demands. Creams, in particular, can be tricky, as they require blending 5kg blocks of butter at chilly temperatures of 8–10°C. Plus, ganache mixtures, which are made up of about 60% chocolate and 30–40% cream, need to be handled with precision.
Why Choose John R Boone Helical Blade Mixers?
After thorough testing, Memory Lane Cakes decided to go with John R Boone’s innovative helical blade mixer technology. Each mixer features four helical blades arranged in a double-interrupted spiral, which promotes efficient criss-cross material flow. The omega-shaped shell and optimized design ensure that every bit of product is thoroughly mixed.
Mixing times are impressively quick, ranging from just 3 to 4 minutes depending on the recipe, which means a big boost in both speed and consistency. Plus, the equipment operates with minimal noise and vibration, creating a quieter and more stable environment for production.
When it comes to hygiene and efficiency, cleanability was a key factor in our investment. Thanks to the innovative arm design, we’ve minimized product build-up, and the rotating trough allows for a complete discharge of the mix. This means quick and efficient cleaning, leaving our equipment looking almost brand new after washdown.
Each unit features a hygienic, user-friendly touchscreen control panel. Recipe data, including mixing times and ingredient sequences, is conveniently stored on a memory card, making it easy to access for seasonal production runs. Plus, the system is fully compatible with broader factory control networks, paving the way for future integration.
A Smart Investment
So far, we’ve installed seven John R Boone Helical Blade Mixers at our Cardiff site. The decision to expand was driven by the mixers’ reliability, user-friendliness, and consistent performance.
By embracing cutting-edge powder mixing and cream preparation technology, Memory Lane Cakes is solidifying its place at the forefront of the UK bakery industry—successfully merging traditional indulgence with modern production excellence.
For more information, please reach out to us:
John R Boone Ltd
Tel: +44 (0)1260 272894
Fax: +44 (0)1260 281128
Email: sales@jrboone.com
Website: www.jrboone.com
