TWIN EXTRUDER MACHINE
Twin Screw Extruder Machine for Snacks – SS Engineering Works India
Since 2011, SS Engineering Works has been designing and building twin screw extruder machine setups for food snack production at its Greater Noida factory. We are one of the leading twin screw extruder manufacturers in India – supplying complete twin screw extrusion machine lines for cheese balls, corn rings, corn puffs, and extruded snack formats to manufacturers across India. Our clients include Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, and Patanjali.
Want to set up a new twin screw extruder machine line or find out pricing before you decide? We configure every line to your exact production target and factory floor space – not a standard catalogue size. Every buyer who visits our Ecotech III factory asks the same question first – can I see it running? The answer is always yes. Call us first, then decide.
- Capacity: 50 kg/hr to 500 kg/hr
- Runs cheese balls, corn rings, corn puffs, and tube snacks from one machine body
- SS304 food-grade stainless steel throughout
- Free installation and operator training included
- Interchangeable die plates – switch snack formats in under 30 minutes
- Clients: Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, Patanjali
What Our Twin Screw Extruder Machine Includes
A complete twin screw extruder machine line handles every production stage – from preparing raw cornmeal to applying the final flavour coating. Every SS Engineering twin screw line comes with the following as standard:
- Grid mixer – raw material preparation with precise moisture control
- Twin screw extruder – co-rotating dual screw barrel with interchangeable die for consistent product shape and expansion
- Incline elevator – VFD-controlled belt speed for smooth, uninterrupted material flow
- Rotary siever – removes fines and undersized pieces before frying or baking
- 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. Operators benefit from reduced batch variation and faster changeover times from the first week of production.
Capacity Options
We manufacture twin screw extruder machine lines across four standard capacity ranges:
| Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|
| 50 kg/hr | Small and medium snack manufacturers starting puff snack production |
| 100 kg/hr | Growing brands scaling up to meet rising demand |
| 250 kg/hr | Manufacturers running full production shifts |
| 500 kg/hr | Large-scale industrial puff snack output |
Most buyers start at 50 or 100 kg/hr and expand as demand grows. We have configured lines at non-standard capacities for buyers whose 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.
Snack Formats This Machine Produces
One twin screw extruder machine body runs all of these formats – only the die plate changes:
- Cheese Balls – light, airy ball shape with cheese coating
- Corn Rings – circular ring shape, fried or baked
- Corn Puffs – elongated puff shape for namkeen and snack packs
- Tube Snacks – hollow tube format with masala coating
- Cheese Rings – ring format with cheese seasoning
- Star and Pillow Shapes – available with custom die plates on request
Die change takes under 30 minutes for every format. This is the core advantage of our twin screw extrusion machine – manufacturers running two or three snack formats in one factory do not need multiple extruder bodies. One machine, one set of die plates, all formats.
Machines We Manufacture
Twin Screw Extruder Machine – How It Works
The twin screw extruder machine uses two co-rotating intermeshing screws inside a heated barrel. The screws generate shear, pressure, and heat simultaneously – this gelatinizes cornmeal and expands it uniformly as it exits through the die. The result is a consistent, light, airy cellular structure that defines quality extruded snacks.
Compared to a single screw extruder, the double screw extruder design handles a wider range of moisture contents and ingredient formulations without surging or jamming – making it the preferred choice for manufacturers who want to run multiple snack formats off one machine body without reformulating for each product.
- Co-rotating twin screws – consistent shear and heat distribution across all formulations
- Interchangeable die plates – cheese balls, corn rings, puffs, and tube shapes from one machine
- Adjustable screw speed and barrel temperature zones for precise texture and expansion control
- Compatible with cornmeal, rice meal, cheese powder blends, and mixed grain formulations
- No external heat source dependency – mechanical friction and barrel heat drives gelatinization
- PLC-controlled screw speed and zone temperatures for repeatable batch-to-batch consistency
Twin Screw vs Single Screw – Why It Matters for Snack Production
A single screw extruder pushes material forward using one rotating screw. A twin screw extruder uses two intermeshing screws that both convey and mix simultaneously, producing more uniform shear and more consistent product expansion. For food snack production, the twin screw design handles ingredient variations without losing product quality and allows one machine body to run multiple formats with a die plate change.
- Twin screw – uniform mixing and expansion across all cornmeal and grain blends
- Single screw – limited to narrow moisture and formulation ranges
- Twin screw – interchangeable dies for multiple snack formats on one body
- Twin screw – better texture consistency across long production runs
- Twin screw – preferred for cheese, masala, and flavoured snack formulations
Baked vs Fried Puff Snack Lines
We manufacture both types for the twin screw extruder machine:
Fried Puff Snack Line
Uses a continuous fryer with submerger conveyor. Delivers the classic crispy, airy texture consumers expect from cheese balls, corn rings, and corn puffs. Suited to brands selling in namkeen and impulse snack segments.
Baked Puff Snack 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 where oil content is restricted.
Both lines use the same twin screw extruder, seasoning system, and flavour drum. Only the cooking stage differs. We will walk you through both options before you commit to an order.
Twin Screw Extruder Frying Line – 50 to 500 kg/hr
SS Engineering Works builds a fully automatic twin screw extruder machine frying line from 50 kg/hr to 500 kg/hr. The line includes a stainless steel hopper with dedicated PLC display, a flavouring dispenser for accurate cheese powder 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 all shift long.
Seasoning goes into the drum in controlled amounts with gentle tumbling action. Overseasoning or rough handling at the flavouring stage is where most puff snack lines produce breakage and powder falloff. Ours does not. Clients include Haldiram, Bikaji, Bikano, and Patanjali.
- Continuous fryer with submerger conveyor (SS304)
- Conveyor oil filter – removes starch particles, extends oil life
- Controlled stainless steel hopper with PLC display
- Flavouring dispenser – precise cheese powder and masala dosing
- Zig-zag slurry drum for uniform flavour coating
- De-oiling belt with VFD speed control
- Capacity: 50 / 100 / 250 / 500 kg/hr
- Free installation, operator training, and 1-year mechanical warranty on every line
Why SS Engineering Works – Leading Twin Screw Extruder Manufacturers in India
Since 2011, our factory at Ecotech III, Greater Noida has supplied twin screw extruder machine lines and complete snack processing systems to manufacturers in Delhi, Rajasthan, Punjab, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and across India. As dedicated twin screw extruder manufacturers focused on food snack production, every machine we build is tested for food-grade compliance, expansion consistency, and long-term operational reliability before dispatch.
- Factory visit welcome – see the twin screw extruder 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
- Cheese Ball Making Machine – same twin screw extruder, cheese ball die plate, 50 to 500 kg/hr
- Corn Ring Making Machine – same extruder body, ring die plate, 50 to 500 kg/hr
- Kurkure Extruder Machine – rotary die extruder, kurkure and niknaks formats
- Batch Fryer Machine – diesel, wood pellet, continuous and rectangular fryers
Twin Screw Extruder Machine – Frequently Asked Questions
Questions we receive most often from buyers before ordering a twin screw extruder machine from SS Engineering Works.
How does a twin screw extruder machine work?
The twin screw extruder machine uses two co-rotating intermeshing screws inside a temperature-controlled barrel. As cornmeal or grain blend is fed in, the screws generate mechanical shear and heat simultaneously – this gelatinizes the starch and builds pressure. When the pressurized material exits through the die, the sudden pressure drop causes it to expand instantly, producing the light airy structure of cheese balls, corn rings, and puff snacks. A rotating knife at the die exit cuts the extrudate to the required shape and size.
What is the difference between a twin screw and single screw extruder?
A single screw extruder moves material forward using one rotating screw – it provides conveying but limited mixing. A double screw extruder uses two intermeshing screws that both convey and mix simultaneously, producing more uniform shear and more consistent product expansion. For food snack production, the twin screw design handles a wider range of moisture levels and ingredient formulations without surging, and allows one machine body to run multiple snack formats using interchangeable dies.
What snack products can a twin screw extruder machine produce?
The twin screw extrusion machine produces cheese balls, corn rings, corn puffs, tube snacks, cheese rings, and star or pillow shapes depending on the die plate fitted. All format changes use the same extruder body – only the die plate changes, and the swap takes under 30 minutes. This makes our machine the most cost-efficient choice for manufacturers who want to produce multiple puff snack formats in one factory.
What is the twin screw extruder machine price in India?
Twin screw extruder price in India depends on output capacity – 50 kg/hr, 100 kg/hr, 250 kg/hr, or 500 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 twin screw extruder machine is configured to the buyer’s exact specification.
What raw materials can a twin screw extruder process?
The twin screw extruder machine processes cornmeal, rice meal, mixed grain blends, and cheese powder formulations. Moisture content of the input material is the critical variable – the grid mixer upstream controls this before the blend enters the extruder. The twin screw design tolerates wider moisture variation than single screw machines, giving operators more flexibility when raw material quality varies between batches or suppliers.
What warranty and after-sales support do you provide?
Every twin screw extruder 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 twin screw extruder machines outside Delhi NCR?
Yes. We have supplied twin screw extruder machine lines to 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.