Multifunctional Equipment
Chinese Crisp Snack-Fried Dough Twist Forming Machine
The fried dough twist machine folds and twists 30-100 units per minute, with gram weight switchable between products. Electric eyes set the folding position on both sides of the billet, and trays are arranged automatically for frozen twists. 2200 x 1000 x 1100 mm, all stainless steel.
Product Overview
The fried dough twist machine is a dough twist forming machine in the ZL-180 Series Machines category, built for molding Chinese fried dough twists (mahua) at 30-100 units per minute. It handles various gram weights, uses all stainless steel construction, and measures 2200 x 1000 x 1100 mm. Two to three staff can operate the line.
For a snack factory, this replaces hand twisting at the point where volume and consistency start to cost money. The machine runs alongside your existing dough forming and kneading equipment, so you add forming capacity without rebuilding the front end of the fried dough twist production line. Frozen fried dough twists can be arranged on trays automatically for later frying.
Key Features
- Capacity of 30-100 units per minute: matches output to your fryer and packing line instead of running a fixed speed.
- Electric-eye folding control: sets the fold position on both sides of the dough billet, so the twist shape stays even piece after piece.
- Automatic identification system for incoming materials: reads the dough billet as it arrives and adjusts the forming step without an operator reset.
- Automatic tray arranging: places formed frozen fried dough twists on trays in order, cutting a manual handling step before freezing.
- Intelligent visual control panel: speed is set from the screen according to current production conditions.
- All stainless steel build: stands up to daily washdown and dough contact in a snack plant.
- Accurate positioning and even rolling: keeps the rolled billet uniform before the twist is formed.
- Switchable multi-gram production: change piece weight without changing the machine.
Product Specifications
| Model | ZL-180 Series fried dough twist machine |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 30-100 units/minute |
| Equipment size | 2200 x 1000 x 1100 mm |
| Staffing | 2-3 units/person |
| Material | all stainless steel |
| Forming control | electric eye controls folding position on both sides of the dough billet |
| Material handling | automatic identification system for incoming materials |
| Tray handling | automatic tray arranging for frozen fried dough twists |
| Control | intelligent visual control panel with speed control |
| Gram range | various grams, switchable |
| Compatible equipment | dough forming machines and dough kneading machines |
| Certification | CE and ISO certified manufacturer |
| Power | available on request |
| Weight | available on request |
| Voltage | available on request |
| Documentation | a full fried dough twist machine datasheet with dimensions, capacity and electrical details is available on request. |
Configurations & Options
| Standard forming configuration | for plain fried dough twists at 30-100 units per minute; suits most snack lines. |
|---|---|
| Frozen twist configuration with automatic tray arranging | for plants that freeze formed twists before frying. |
| Multi-gram setup | switchable piece weights for buyers running more than one product size. |
| Line integration | paired with your dough forming machine and dough kneading machine upstream. |
| Control package | intelligent visual control panel with speed adjustment to production conditions. |
| Electrical specification | voltage and power to be confirmed against your plant supply. |
| Certification documentation | CE and ISO paperwork available for export orders. |
| Ordering | tell us your piece weight and output and we will confirm the fried dough twist machine specifications for your line. |
Industrial Applications
- Fried dough twist machine for snack production: snack factories running Chinese crisp fried dough twists at volume use the 30-100 units/minute capacity to keep pace with frying and packing.
- Mahua making machine for frozen fried dough twists: frozen snack producers form and tray-arrange twists before freezing, so the pieces hold shape through storage.
- Dough twist forming machine for bakery lines: bakery plants add the former after their kneading and dough forming machines to automate the twist step.
- Fried dough twist production line for contract snack manufacturers: plants running several gram sizes switch the machine between products instead of buying a second former.
- Chinese dim sum forming for export snack processors: manufacturers supplying overseas Chinese snack markets use the stainless steel build and CE/ISO documentation for their own compliance files.
Key Advantages
Electric-eye folding control holds the fold position on both sides of every billet, which is what keeps the finished twist shape consistent across a full shift.
Automatic tray arranging for frozen twists removes a manual handling step, so the 2-3 operators stay on the machine and the trays fill evenly.
Switchable multi-gram production lets one machine cover several product sizes, which matters when a buyer would otherwise need a second former for each weight.
All stainless steel construction keeps the machine in service through daily washdown, so maintenance time stays on the planned schedule.
Running at 30-100 units per minute with 2-3 staff replaces hand twisting at the volume where labor cost per piece starts to climb.
How to Choose the Right Configuration
| Standard fried dough twist machine | snack plants forming plain twists at 30-100 units per minute; the capacity figure decides it. |
|---|---|
| Machine with automatic tray arranging | frozen fried dough twist producers who need formed pieces laid on trays before freezing. |
| Multi-gram configuration | buyers running more than one piece weight; switchable grams avoid a second machine. |
| Line-integrated setup | plants that already run dough forming and kneading machines and want the former added downstream. |
| Export order with CE/ISO documentation | buyers who need certification paperwork for their own market. |
Why Choose Us
We quote the fried dough twist machine price against your piece weight and line speed, so the configuration matches what you actually run.
As a fried dough twist machine manufacturer in China, we build the former and supply it with the dough forming and kneading equipment it runs with.
We are a fried dough twist machine supplier China buyers contact for export orders, and we handle the CE and ISO documentation that goes with them.
Our fried dough twist machine for sale covers standard forming, frozen twist tray arranging and multi-gram setups, so you can order the version your plant needs.
Spare parts and technical support are arranged through the same sales contact who quotes your machine.
OEM and ODM requests are reviewed against the forming configuration you need before we confirm a lead time.
Factory Strength
The plant builds fried dough twist machines in-house, from the stainless steel frame and forming rolls through the electric-eye folding system, the automatic identification system and the visual control panel. Assembly and wiring are done on site, and each unit is run before packing to check folding position, rolling evenness and tray arranging. As a CE and ISO certified bakery machine manufacturer in China, we supply the fried dough twist production line equipment to snack producers and export buyers, and we ship with the certification documents the order requires.
Quality Control
Incoming stainless steel and bought-in components are checked before they reach assembly. During build, the forming rolls, electric-eye folding position and control panel wiring are inspected at each stage. Every finished machine is run to confirm it forms at 30-100 units per minute and arranges trays correctly before packing.
- Incoming material check on stainless steel and components
- In-process inspection of forming rolls and folding position
- Final run test at the stated capacity range
- CE and ISO certification held by the manufacturer
Packaging & Delivery
Machines are packed for export transport, with the forming section and control panel protected separately. The 2200 x 1000 x 1100 mm footprint sets the shipping dimensions; container loading is confirmed per order. Port, trade terms and lead time are quoted with the order, and the buyer supplies the deposit, import documents and shipping marks.
- Export packing with protected forming section and control panel
- Shipping dimensions based on 2200 x 1000 x 1100 mm
- Port and trade terms confirmed at quotation
- Lead time confirmed after configuration is fixed
FAQ
How does the fried dough twist machine control the fold position?
An electric eye reads the dough billet and controls the folding position on both sides, so the twist shape stays even. An automatic identification system also reads incoming material and adjusts the forming step.
What capacity can the machine run at?
The machine forms 30-100 units per minute, and speed is set from the intelligent visual control panel according to your production conditions. Two to three staff operate it.
Can the machine handle different piece weights?
Yes. It is friendly to various grams of fried dough twists, and multi-gram production is switchable on the same machine.
Can it produce frozen fried dough twists?
Yes. The machine can be used to make frozen fried dough twists with automatic tray arranging, so formed pieces go onto trays before freezing.
What equipment does the fried dough twist machine work with?
It is used with dough forming machines and dough kneading machines. The former sits downstream of your existing kneading and forming steps.
What is the fried dough twist machine price?
Price depends on the configuration, including whether automatic tray arranging and multi-gram switching are specified. Send your piece weight and required output and we will quote the matching setup.
What is your MOQ for a trial order?
MOQ is confirmed per order and depends on the configuration. A single machine can be arranged for a trial; tell us your line setup and we will confirm.
What is the lead time and what payment terms do you accept?
Lead time is confirmed once the configuration is fixed. Payment terms are agreed at quotation; the buyer provides the deposit and import documents for shipping.
Do you offer OEM and what certification comes with the machine?
OEM and ODM requests are reviewed against the forming configuration you need. We are a CE and ISO certified manufacturer, and the certification documents are supplied with export orders.
