Automatic Tomato Sauce Making Machine & Paste Production Line
tomato ketchup making machine production line
automatic tomato sauce making line
A tomato ketchup making machine line is a set of equipment that processes fresh tomatoes into thick, smooth ketchup, tomato paste, or tomato sauce. This Tomato paste production line can also produce related products like chili sauce, fruit jam, and barbecue sauce. It fits small workshops, medium factories, and large food plants. With the right tomato ketchup making machine line, you control taste, color, thickness, and food safety. You get consistent, high-quality tomato paste every day.
Main Machines in Tomato Ketchup Making Machine Line
Vibrating Sorting Line
What it does:This machine uses vibration to spread tomatoes evenly on the conveyor belt. Workers can easily spot and remove bad or unripe tomatoes, stems, and leaves. It ensures only good-quality fruit enters the line.
What it does: This machine cleans fresh tomatoes thoroughly after sorting. Air bubbles gently shake the tomatoes, removing dirt, sand, and pesticides without damaging the fruit.
Parameter
Value
Mesh belt width
800 mm
Temperature range
60–98°C (adjustable)
Electric heating power
180 kW (if electric)
Circulation pump
3 kW
Conveyor motor
1.5 kW
Blanching Machine
What it does: Blanching means dipping tomatoes in hot water at 85–95°C for 30–90 seconds. This kills enzymes that would cause color loss and bad flavor. It also softens the tomato skin, making peeling and crushing much easier for the next steps.
What it does: The pulping machine separates skins, seeds, and fibers from the tomato pulp after concentration. It uses two stages: a coarse screen, then a fine screen
Parameter
Value
Drum diameter
Φ450 mm
Speed (first stage / second stage)
380 / 860 rpm
Screen mesh (first/second)
16 mm / 0.6 mm
Total power
8 kW
External size
1550×1550×1850 mm
Vacuum Concentrating Tank
What it does: It removes water from tomato puree under vacuum and low temperature (50–60°C). Low-temperature boiling protects the tomato’s red color, fresh taste, and vitamins, while making the paste thick enough (18–22% solids) for bottling.
What it does: The homogenizer breaks tomato cell walls under high pressure, making the pulp extremely smooth and stable. This prevents the separation of solids and liquids in the final ketchup.
Parameter
Value
Capacity
1000 L/h
Maximum pressure
25 MPa
Working pressure
0–20 MPa
Power
7.5 kW
Storage Tank
What it does: The storage tank holds the finished tomato paste temporarily before sterilization and filling. It balances the flow between upstream and downstream machines, ensuring continuous operation.
What it does: Before filling, the tomato paste must be sterilized to kill all harmful bacteria. Our sterilizer uses high-temperature short-time (HTST) technology: the paste quickly heats to 95–135°C for 30–60 seconds, then cools down.
Parameter
Value
External size
3800×2200×1800 mm
Weight
2200 kg
Sterilization temperature
≤135°C
Holding time
4–30 seconds
Filling Machine
What it does: The filling machine puts a precise amount of hot (above 85°C) tomato paste into bottles, jars, cans, or pouches. Hot filling sterilizes the container inside and creates a vacuum seal when cooling.
What it does: The packaging machine includes capping, labeling, and coding functions. It screws caps tightly, attaches your brand label, and prints production dates and batch numbers.
Parameter
Value
Capping speed
2000–3000 bottles/hour
Labeling speed
1000–3000 bottles/hour
Labeling accuracy
±1.0 mm
Power
3 kW total
Features of Automatic Tomato Sauce Making Machine
High-Efficiency Operation: The line integrates cleaning, pulping, concentration, and filling. Tomatoes move seamlessly from raw material to final product, boosting throughput.
Hygienic Materials: All contact parts are SUS 304 stainless steel. The smooth, sanitary design prevents contamination, making the Tomato paste production line suitable for high-standard food factories.
Flexible & Customizable Production: The line supports different packaging options (bottles, cans, pouches) and optional seasoning or mixing modules.
Intelligent Control System: PLC control allows precise adjustments of speed, temperature, and processing time. This ensures uniform quality for both tomato pastes.
Energy Saving & Cost Efficiency: Optimized heating, vacuum concentration, and water circulation reduce energy use by up to 25% while maintaining output.
Why Our Tomato Ketchup Making Machine Line Stands Out
High efficiency with low labor cost – Automatic conveyors and continuous machines reduce the number of workers needed. You save on salary while producing more.
Flexible for different containers – Our filling and packaging machines work with glass bottles, plastic jars, metal cans, and stand-up pouches.
Built-in food safety – Every part that touches tomato paste is SUS304 stainless steel. The HTST sterilizer and hot filling process meet international food safety standards (HACCP, GMP).
Lower energy and water use – The vacuum concentrator uses less steam because water boils at lower temperature. The bubble washer recycles water.
FAQ
What packaging options are available?
The line supports bottles, cans, and pouches. Using optional modules, you can switch between packaging types without major modifications.
How much energy and water does the line consume?
Optimized heating, vacuum concentration, and water recirculation significantly reduce energy and water use. Compared to traditional production lines, this Tomato sauce maker machine can save up to 25% in energy costs.
What after-sales support do you provide?
We provide a one-year warranty with lifetime maintenance. Spare parts are available, and our technical team responds promptly to any issues.
Can you provide references or case studies?
Yes. Our machines have been exported globally and successfully operate in multiple countries. We can provide photos, videos, and contact information of existing customers to demonstrate real-world performance of our Automatic Tomato Paste Ketchup Production Line.
Can the line be customized for my specific needs?
Absolutely. We can adjust the number of machines, production capacity, packaging type, and additional features such as seasoning mixers or vacuum concentration units.
10+ years of experience – We have designed and delivered more than 50 tomato processing lines to Africa, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and South America.
Competitive price– Factory-direct prices. You pay 20–30% less than European or American brands for the same or better quality.
Customized design – We draw a 3D layout for your factory. We adjust machine size, voltage, automation level, and even paint color.
Real customer success – A customer in Nigeria bought a small line in 2020. After one year, he ordered a second, larger line. His story is not rare.
