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The hazelnut is a true star in the world of confectionery and healthy eating. The demand for it is consistently high, which means that hazelnut processing is a promising business.
But there’s one nuance familiar to everyone who has tried to shell this nut: a round and quite sturdy shell that does not forgive mistakes. One wrong move, and instead of a beautiful whole kernel, you’re left with just crumbs.
When it comes to tens or hundreds of kilograms, manual labor becomes simply unprofitable. It is at this moment that entrepreneurs decide to buy a nutcracker for hazelnuts.
At GORIHOVOD, we have been helping Ukrainian farmers and nut processors build successful businesses since 2012. Tons of hazelnuts of different varieties have passed through our hands, and we know exactly what the right equipment should be. It’s not just a machine, but a tool that helps preserve the maximum amount of this valuable product. Let’s figure out how to choose one.
It might seem that a nut is just a nut. But that’s not true. The hazelnut has an almost perfect round shape and a hard shell without distinct seams like a walnut. Therefore, conventional crackers or presses that simply crush the nut are not suitable for it – they most often crush the kernel as well.
A proper device for cracking hazelnuts works on a different principle. Most often, these are drum or roller mechanisms. In such machines, the nut enters the gap between a rotating shaft and a stationary wall.
The gap is precisely calibrated to be slightly smaller than the size of the nut. As it rolls through, the hazelnut is gently cracked around its entire circumference, while the kernel remains whole.
This technology allows for a whole kernel yield of 90% and higher, which is a key indicator for any production.
The choice of a specific model directly depends on your volumes and tasks. Conventionally, all hazelnut nutcrackers can be divided into two large groups.
Over the years, we’ve learned that there are no trifles in equipment. For us, selling hazelnut nutcrackers is about giving our client a tool that we are 100% confident in.
To make the right purchase, ask yourself a few simple questions. These are the same questions we ask our clients to find the best option.
At GORIHOVOD, we don’t just sell equipment. We help launch and set up the processing operation. When you buy a hazelnut nutcracker in Ukraine from us, you get:
Yes, many of our hazelnut models are versatile. After a minor readjustment, they work perfectly with almonds, for example, which have a similar cracking principle.
Productivity depends on the specific model. We have compact machines for 70-100 kg/hour, as well as powerful industrial lines capable of processing up to 300 kg/hour and more.
With proper equipment setup for the nut’s caliber, the whole kernel yield is consistently around 90%. This is an excellent industrial indicator.
No, maintenance is very simple. It involves cleaning the machine from shells at the end of a work shift and periodically lubricating the moving parts according to the instructions.
Of course. Our model range includes powerful industrial nutcrackers designed for many hours of daily work and processing tons of raw material.
With proper care and timely replacement of consumables, our machines last for 7-10 years and longer. We build a large margin of safety into the design.
Yes, we organize equipment delivery throughout Ukraine and have extensive experience shipping machines to our clients abroad. If necessary, our specialists can assist with installation and the initial startup.
