Extruders in Food Applications

The result of years of experience by experts in extrusion technology, Extruders in Food Applications brings together practical experience and in-depth knowledge of extrusion cooking technology. The book summarizes basic considerations for the application of extrusion technology to food industry processes and focuses on the types of extruders available for a growing number of food applications. Chapters compare and describe the types of extruders and their functions and applications, providing a wealth of information. This is a valuable resource for the technical and practical application of extrusion and will be useful for the selection of the proper equipment for this technology.

List of contents

Introduction to Food Extrusion. Dry Extruders. Interrupted Flight Extruders/Expanders. Single Screw Extruders. Twin Screw Extruders. Preconditioner. Chemical and Nutritional Changes in Food During Extrusion.

About the author

Mian N. Riaz

Summary

Brings together practical experience and knowledge of extrusion cooking technology. This book summarizes basic considerations for the application of extrusion technology to food industry processes and focuses on the types of extruders available for a growing number of food applications.

Product details

• Assisted by: Mian N. Riaz (Editor), Riaz Mian N. (Editor)
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.02.2000
• EAN: 9781566767798
• ISBN: 978-1-56676-779-8
• No. of pages: 238
• Weight: 600 g
• Subjects: Guides > Health > Diet; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Genetics, genetic engineering; SCIENCE / General, MATHEMATICS / General, Food & beverage technology, Mathematics & science, Food and beverage technology, TECHNOLOGY & ENGINEERING / Food Science / General, Mathematics and science