Multifunctional Equipment
ZL-180 Dim Sum Production Line
The ZL-180 dim sum line forms 1,000-7,200 pcs/h and cuts 1,000-12,000 pcs/h, at 12-160 g per piece and deviation within 5 g. Sheet thickness is set from 0.8-1.8 cm with 1-99 pressing passes, and the PLC stores 99 tray programs. 6.5 kW, 380V or 220V, 12000 x 1850 x 1900 mm, 304 stainless steel.
Product Overview
The ZL-180 dim sum production line is an automatic dim sum machine for shaping filled and unfilled dough, built for bakeries, frozen-food plants and central kitchens that make baozi, buns, pastries and bread. It runs on 6.5 kW at 380V/220V, is built in 304 stainless steel, and measures 12000*1850*1900 mm at 2850 kg. Capacity is 1,000-7,200 pieces per hour, with a cutting capacity of 1,000-12,000 pieces per hour and a product weight range of 12-160 g.
The line solves the weight and shape drift that comes with hand shaping at volume. Two rolling devices extend the dough without damaging gluten, and the cutting station holds the product within 5 g so portions stay consistent from the first tray to the last.
Key Features
- Modular peripheral equipment: changes position at 270 degrees, so one line can be re-laid out for a different product without a new frame.
- Two rolling devices: extend the dough without damaging gluten, which gives a glossier surface and a more stable shape after cutting.
- Weight control within 5 g: product weight and quality stay stable across a run, so packing weights and bake results hold.
- Changeable cutting tools: swap the knife set to run different product shapes on the same machine.
- Adjustable length and width: set the product size to the weight you need across the 12-160 g range.
- Automatic dusting system: set the dusting amount and switch it on or off, with an optional safety fence and emergency stop for the operator.
- Intelligent servo control: the paper pad machine sets paper length and width automatically, and the tray arrangement places products accurately without clamping the tray.
Product Specifications
| Model | ZL-180 |
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| Product type | pastry bread / dim sum production line |
| Equipment capacity | 1,000-7,200 p/h |
| Cutting capacity | 1,000-12,000 p/h |
| Product weight range | 12-160 g per piece (listed as 15-150 g/P on the cutting section) |
| Weight accuracy | error not more than 5 g |
| Power | 6.5 kW |
| Voltage | 380V/220V |
| Dimensions | 12000*1850*1900 mm |
| Weight | 2850 kg |
| Material | 304 stainless steel |
| Dough sheet thickness | 0.8-1.8 cm, adjustable |
| Pressing passes | 1-99 times, settable |
| Control | PLC with 99-set memory function on tray arrangement |
| Options | safety fence and emergency stop, changeable cutting knives, paper pad machine, tray arrangement |
| Dim sum production line specifications and datasheet | available on request |
As a dim sum production line supplier China buyers can order from directly, we confirm the full ZL-180 dim sum production line for sale against your product list before shipment.
Configurations & Options
| Universal sheeter | manual or automatic continuous dough pressing, 1-99 passes, 0.8-1.8 cm sheet thickness, with automatic dusting. |
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| Divider station | widens and thins the dough belt to feed the forming section and set the width and thickness before shaping. |
| Make-up station | two rolling wheels with individual thickness adjusters, an electric eye for speed control, and a winding wheel to roll dough into strips. |
| Cutting station | changeable cutting knife for cut products such as steamed buns. |
| Paper pad machine | places paper under stuffed buns and dim sum, with servo-set paper length and width. |
| Tray arrangement | parallel or cross layout, servo placement, 99-set PLC memory. |
| Safety package | safety fence and emergency safety switch for the sheeter. |
| Voltage | 380V or 220V to order. |
Industrial Applications
- Dim sum making machine for baozi production: dumpling and bun plants run meat bun and vegetable bun lines where the cut edge must stay thick and low so the bun does not deform in the steamer; the two-roll make-up station and cutting station hold that shape at 1,000-7,200 p/h.
- Dim sum making machine for frozen dough: frozen-food factories shape dough for freezing and need a stable portion weight so bags match the label; the ±5 g control and 12-160 g range cover most retail bun sizes.
- Dim sum making machine for pastry and moon cake: pastry shops and moon cake plants run Soviet-style moon cake, mung bean cake, crystal cake and Xifu cake on the same line by changing the cutting tool and the sheet thickness.
- Dim sum making machine for bread and bun bakeries: bakeries producing jam bread, breakfast buns, French milk bread and toast bread use the sheeter and make-up station to press and roll dough without heat build-up.
- Dim sum making machine for central kitchens: central kitchens supplying canteens and chain stores set the tray arrangement to parallel or cross layout and use the paper pad machine to place buns directly on trays.
Key Advantages
The line keeps dough gluten intact because the two rolling devices extend rather than tear the sheet, which is why the surface comes out glossy and the cut product holds its shape. Weight error stays within 5 g across the 12-160 g range, so a 7,200-piece shift does not drift out of packing tolerance. Peripheral equipment moves at 270 degrees, so a changeover from baozi to flower roll is a re-layout, not a new machine. Cutting tools are replaceable, which spreads one capital purchase across a product catalogue instead of one product. The 304 stainless steel frame and casing meet food hygiene requirements and take washdown between runs.
How to Choose the Right Configuration
| ZL-180 with universal sheeter and make-up station | bun and baozi plants that need continuous dough pressing and a stable round shape; the 1-99 pass setting and 0.8-1.8 cm thickness decide the bite. |
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| ZL-180 with cutting station | plants making cut products such as steamed buns, where the changeable knife sets the shape and the cutting capacity reaches 12,000 p/h. |
| ZL-180 with paper pad machine | dim sum and stuffed-bun lines that place product on paper before steaming or freezing; servo-set paper length and width suit the tray size. |
| ZL-180 with tray arrangement | lines feeding trays automatically, with parallel or cross layout and 99-set PLC memory for repeat orders. |
| ZL-180 with safety package | plants with operator access along the sheeter, where the safety fence and emergency switch are required. |
Why Choose Us
We quote the ZL-180 dim sum production line configuration against your product list, not against a catalogue page, so the cutting tool and sheet thickness match what you actually sell. As a dim sum production line manufacturer we build the frame and food-contact parts in 304 stainless steel and assemble the electrical and servo systems in-house. Spare cutting knives and paper pad parts ship from stock so a changeover does not stop the line. OEM and ODM work is available for buyers who need their own branding or a modified tray layout. For dim sum production line price and lead time, send your product weight and hourly target and we will confirm both.
Factory Strength
The ZL-180 is assembled and tested as a full line before packing: frame, sheeter, divider, make-up, cutting, paper pad and tray arrangement are run together so the electric eye and servo timing are set at the factory. Stainless steel fabrication, electrical assembly and PLC programming are done in-house. Each unit runs a dough trial to check sheet thickness across the 0.8-1.8 cm range and product weight across the 12-160 g range before it is released. Lines ship to export markets with 380V/220V voltage set to the destination.
Quality Control
Incoming 304 stainless steel sheet and food-contact parts are checked before fabrication. In-process checks follow the line build: roller alignment, sheet thickness at 0.8-1.8 cm, and electric-eye speed control between the pressing wheel and thinning device. Final inspection runs a dough trial and weighs product across the 12-160 g range against the 5 g error limit.
- Incoming material check on stainless steel and food-contact parts
- In-process check on roller alignment and sheet thickness
- Final dough trial with product weight verification against the 5 g limit
- PLC and servo function test on paper pad and tray arrangement
Packaging & Delivery
The line is packed in export cases with the sheeter, divider, make-up, cutting, paper pad and tray sections separated for transport. Voltage is set to 380V or 220V as ordered before packing. Port, trade terms and lead time are confirmed on the quotation, since they depend on destination and configuration.
- Export case packing with sections separated
- Voltage set to order before packing
- Port and trade terms confirmed on quotation
- Lead time confirmed against the chosen configuration
FAQ
What products can the ZL-180 dim sum production line shape?
It shapes baozi (meat and vegetable bun), round bun, pastry bean bun, custard bun, cutting bun, two-color bun, flower roll, lotus leaf bean paste bun, hand-tear bun, jam bread, breakfast bun, pie, pastry, Soviet style moon cake, meat muffin, mung bean cake, crystal cake, Xifu cake, French milk bread and toast bread.
What is the product weight range and how accurate is it?
The range is 12-160 g per piece, with product weight error not more than 5 g. You set length and width to reach the weight you need within that range.
How does the line keep the dough from losing its shape after cutting?
Two rolling devices extend the dough without damaging gluten, and the cut edge is kept thick and low so the product does not deform. That is what holds the shape through proofing and steaming.
Can the ZL-180 handle frozen dough and pastry products?
Yes. The sheeter presses dough for freezing and the cutting tool can be changed for pastry and moon cake. Sheet thickness is adjustable from 0.8 to 1.8 cm to suit the product.
What is the dim sum production line price and how do I get a quotation?
Price depends on the configuration: sheeter, divider, make-up, cutting, paper pad and tray arrangement are priced as a set. Send your product list, target weight and hourly output and we will quote the matching configuration.
What is your MOQ for a trial order?
MOQ is confirmed per order because the line is built to the configuration you choose. A single line can be supplied for a trial, with the voltage and cutting tools set to your product.
What is the lead time and what payment terms do you accept?
Lead time depends on the configuration and is confirmed on the quotation. Payment terms are agreed at order stage; a deposit is normally required before production starts.
Can you supply the dim sum production line datasheet and specifications before I order?
Yes. The dim sum production line specifications and datasheet are available on request, covering capacity, weight range, power, dimensions and the options fitted to your configuration.
Do you offer OEM and what warranty applies?
OEM and ODM work is available for branding and modified tray layout. Warranty terms are confirmed on the order; spare cutting knives and paper pad parts ship from stock.
