NIKNAKS MAKING MACHINE
Niknaks Making Machine Manufacturer in India – SS Engineering Works
Since 2011, SS Engineering Works has been designing and building niknaks making machine setups and complete niknaks production line systems at its Greater Noida factory. We sell fully automatic nik naks making machine lines to snack manufacturers all over India – from first-time buyers starting at 100 kg/hr to established brands running multi-shift operations at 1000 kg/hr. Our clients include Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, and Patanjali.
Want to start a new niknaks machine line or ask about pricing before you make a decision? We set up each line to meet your exact production target and factory floor space – not a standard catalogue configuration. Every buyer who calls gets a line sized to their actual requirement. Most buyers who visit our Ecotech III factory ask the same question first – can I see it running? The answer is always yes. Call us first, then decide.
- Capacity: 100 kg/hr to 1000 kg/hr
- Both fried and baked niknaks lines available
- SS304 food-grade stainless steel throughout
- Free installation and operator training included
- Same extruder body as kurkure – switch formats by changing die plate only
- Clients: Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, Patanjali
What Our Niknaks Making Machine Includes
A complete niknaks making machine line handles every production stage – from preparing raw cornmeal to applying the final flavour coating. Every SS Engineering niknaks line includes the following as standard:
- Grid mixer – cornmeal preparation with precise moisture control
- Niknaks extruder – concentric dual-die gelatinization chamber with rotary knife cutter for consistent niknaks shape
- Incline elevator – VFD-controlled belt speed for smooth, uninterrupted material flow
- Rotary siever – removes fines and undersized particles before frying
- Continuous fryer – submerger conveyor in SS304 with built-in oil filter to extend oil life
- Mechanised hood lifting – safe, tool-free cleaning without production downtime
- De-oiling belt conveyor – VFD-controlled, removes excess frying oil from each piece
- Slurry system with zig-zag drum – delivers uniform flavour coating on every single piece
- Flavour drum – final seasoning and coating stage
- PLC control panel with operator display – single-point monitoring and control for the full line
All food-contact parts are SS304 stainless steel. The built-in conveyor oil filter continuously removes starch particles, keeping frying oil cleaner for longer and lowering your daily running cost. Faster changeover times and lower batch variation are two direct benefits operators see from the very first week of production.
Capacity Options
We manufacture niknaks making machine lines across four standard capacity ranges:
| Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|
| 100 kg/hr | Small and medium snack manufacturers starting niknaks production |
| 250 kg/hr | Regional brands scaling up to meet growing demand |
| 500 kg/hr | Manufacturers running full production shifts |
| 1000 kg/hr | Large-scale industrial niknaks output |
Most buyers start at 100 or 250 kg/hr and expand as demand grows. We have configured lines at non-standard capacities for buyers whose production targets fell between these numbers – custom sizing costs nothing extra. Call us at +91 98184 89414 and we will size the line to your exact requirement.
Baked vs Fried Niknaks Lines
We manufacture both types. Here is what separates them:
Fried Niknaks Line
Uses a continuous fryer with submerger conveyor. Delivers the classic niknaks crunch and oily texture that most consumers in the mainstream snack market expect. Suited to brands selling namkeen and extruded snacks across general trade.
Baked Niknaks Line
Replaces the frying stage entirely with a hot air roasting system. Oil consumption drops to near zero during the cooking stage. Popular with brands targeting health-conscious buyers or export markets with oil content restrictions.
Both lines use the same niknaks extruder, seasoning system, and flavour drum. Only the cooking stage differs. If you are not sure which option fits your product and market, we will walk you through both before you commit to an order.
Machines We Manufacture
Niknaks Making Machine – Core Extruder
The niknaks making machine runs on the same concentric dual-die extruder body as our kurkure line. One die rotates with 3 blades and grooves, the other is fixed with grooves only. Mechanical friction and pressure from the rotating die gelatinize the raw cornmeal – no external heating element needed. Product expands in the narrow gap between the two plates, and a circular knife ring on the rotor’s outer edge cuts each piece to size.
The niknaks shape comes from the die plate – swap it out and the same machine produces kurkure shape or corn puff shape in under 30 minutes. This is why manufacturers who want to run multiple snack formats in one factory choose our machine – one extruder body handles all formats without needing a separate machine for each.
- Concentric dual-die gelatinization chamber – no external heat source needed
- 3-blade rotary head with grooved counter-die
- Circular knife ring – adjustable cut size for niknaks and other formats
- Interchangeable die plates – niknaks, kurkure, and corn puff on one machine
- Compatible with cornmeal, rice meal, and mixed grain blends
- Pairs with our puffed snacks processing line for multi-format production floors
Kurkure Extruder – Same Machine, Different Die
The niknaks extruder body is identical to our kurkure extruder. If you order a niknaks line from us and later want to add kurkure production, the only investment is the additional die plate – not a second machine. Our clients in Delhi, Punjab, and Maharashtra run two or three snack formats on a single production floor without doubling their capital expenditure, thanks to this modular approach.
- Interchangeable die plate – switch between niknaks and kurkure in under 30 minutes
- Fried and baked options available for both formats
- Capacity: 100 / 250 / 500 / 1000 kg/hr
- PLC-controlled with SS304 surfaces throughout
- Free installation and operator training at your factory
- 1-year mechanical warranty on every line
Niknaks Baked Line – 100 to 1000 kg/hr
The automatic baked nik naks making machine line skips the fryer entirely. Hot air roasting handles the cooking stage. The same niknaks extruder and seasoning system are at each end, but oil consumption drops to near zero in the middle. Built for manufacturers targeting health-conscious buyers or export markets where oil content in snacks is restricted.
Capacity runs from 100 kg/hr to 1000 kg/hr. Most buyers starting on baked niknaks lines enter at 250 or 500 kg/hr.
- Hot air roasting system – no frying oil required
- Same niknaks extruder as the fried line
- Uniform seasoning via flavour drum and slurry system
- Capacity: 100 / 250 / 500 / 1000 kg/hr
- PLC-controlled with SS304 food-contact surfaces throughout
Niknaks Frying Line – 100 to 1000 kg/hr
SS Engineering Works builds a fully automatic niknaks production line with continuous frying from 100 kg/hr to 1000 kg/hr. The line includes a stainless steel hopper with dedicated PLC display, a flavouring dispenser for accurate salt and spice dosing, and a conveyor oil filter that continuously removes starch particles from the frying oil – cleaner oil means longer oil life and better product colour across a full production shift.
Seasoning goes into the drum in controlled amounts with gentle tumbling action. Most niknaks lines produce breakage during the flavouring stage due to overseasoning or rough handling. Ours does not. Clients include Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, and Patanjali.
- Continuous niknaks fryer with submerger conveyor (SS304)
- Conveyor oil filter – removes starch particles, extends oil life
- Controlled stainless steel hopper with PLC display
- Flavouring dispenser – precise salt and masala dosing
- Zig-zag slurry drum for uniform flavour coating
- De-oiling belt with VFD speed control
- Capacity: 100 / 250 / 500 / 1000 kg/hr
- Free installation, operator training, and 1-year mechanical warranty on every line
Why Manufacturers Across India Choose SS Engineering Works
Since 2011, our factory at Ecotech III, Greater Noida has supplied niknaks making machine lines, kurkure extruder machines, and complete snack processing lines to manufacturers in Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and across India. Our service team is based in Greater Noida – not routed through any distributor. When you call after delivery, you speak to the same engineers who built and installed your line.
- Factory visit welcome – see the niknaks making machine running live before you place an order
- No subcontracting – we manufacture, install, and service everything in-house
- One-year warranty on all mechanical parts
- AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) available after the warranty period
- Spare parts support dispatched directly from Greater Noida with fast turnaround to minimise downtime
Related Machines
- Kurkure Extruder Machine – same extruder body, kurkure die plate, fried and baked lines
- Puffed Snacks Machine & Plant – cheese balls, ring making machine, twin screw extruder
- Batch Fryer Machine – diesel, wood pellet, continuous and rectangular fryers
- Pasta & Macaroni Making Machine – complete pasta production lines
Niknaks Making Machine – Frequently Asked Questions
Questions we receive most often from buyers before ordering a niknaks making machine from SS Engineering Works.
How does a niknaks making machine work?
The niknaks making machine uses a concentric dual-die extruder – one rotating die with 3 blades and grooves, one fixed. Cornmeal fed into the chamber is gelatinized by mechanical friction and pressure alone. No external heat source is needed. The extruded strand exits at the rotor’s outer edge and is cut to shape by a circular knife ring. The die plate and the knife ring gap setting determine the final niknaks shape.
How to make nik naks – what is the step by step process?
Here is how to make nik naks step by step: (1) The grid mixer combines cornmeal with water to reach the correct moisture level. (2) The moistened meal enters the niknaks making machine where mechanical pressure and heat gelatinize it and the knife ring cuts it into niknaks shape. (3) Shaped pieces go through an incline elevator and rotary siever to remove undersized particles. (4) Pieces enter the continuous frying or baked roasting system. (5) The de-oiling conveyor removes excess oil. (6) The slurry system and flavour drum apply masala coating evenly. (7) Finished niknaks go to the packing station.
What is the niknaks making machine price in India?
Niknaks making machine price in India depends on the output capacity – 100 kg/hr, 250 kg/hr, 500 kg/hr, or 1000 kg/hr – and whether you need a fried or baked line. SS Engineering Works provides a custom quote based on your exact floor layout and production requirement. Call +91 98184 89414 directly. We do not list prices online because every nik naks making machine is configured to the buyer’s exact specification.
Can the same machine produce both niknaks and kurkure?
Yes. The extruder body is identical for both formats. You change only the die plate – the swap takes under 30 minutes. With a different die, the same machine also produces corn puff shape. Our niknaks machine is the most cost-efficient setup for a factory that wants to run multiple snack formats. SS Engineering supplies the correct die plates for every format with your order.
What raw material does a niknaks making machine use?
Cornmeal is the primary raw material. The niknaks making machine also processes rice meal and mixed grain blends. Moisture content of the input meal is the critical variable – the grid mixer upstream controls this before the cornmeal enters the extruder. Incorrect moisture levels affect niknaks shape consistency and texture uniformity across the batch.
What is the difference between fried and baked niknaks lines?
Both lines use the same niknaks extruder and seasoning system. The difference is the cooking stage – the fried line uses a continuous fryer with submerger conveyor, while the baked line uses a hot air roasting system with no frying oil at all. Fried niknaks deliver the classic oily crunch Indian consumers expect. Baked niknaks suit health-focused brands and export markets. We manufacture both and will recommend the right option for your target market before you place your order.
What warranty and after-sales support do you provide?
Every niknaks making machine order includes free installation and operator training at your factory at no additional charge. Our team commissions the full line, runs trial batches, and trains your operators before handover. Every machine carries a 1-year mechanical warranty on all parts. An Annual Maintenance Contract (AMC) is available after the warranty period. Spare parts are dispatched from our Greater Noida factory with fast turnaround to minimise downtime.
Do you supply niknaks making machines outside Delhi NCR?
Yes. We have set up niknaks production line systems for manufacturers in Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and other states across India. Installation and commissioning are included with every order regardless of location. Call +91 98184 89414 to discuss delivery and installation logistics for your state.