Potato chips are a universally loved snack, and their popularity in Nepal is no exception. For entrepreneurs and businesses looking to venture into or expand their potato chips manufacturing, Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers Pvt Ltd in Butwal is a reliable partner, offering a range of machines to streamline the entire production process.
Located conveniently in Butwal-12, Dhabaha, just beside the Milan Park Entrance Sign Board on Mahendra Highway, Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers Pvt Ltd is dedicated to providing “Reliable and Affordable Technology” across Nepal, with a proven track record of delivering to all districts from Panchthar to Darchula, Humla, Mugu, Jumla to Mustang.
The Potato Chips Making Process and the Machines Involved
Producing crispy, delicious potato chips involves several key steps, each requiring specialized machinery for efficiency and quality. Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers can provide machines for each stage, depending on the scale of production:
Washing & Peeling:
Machine Name: Potato Washer & Peeler Machine, Potato Washing Machine.
Process: Raw potatoes are first loaded into a washing machine to remove dirt and impurities. Following this, a potato peeler removes the skin efficiently with minimal waste.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: They supply various food processing machines, and given the commonality of potato processing, they would offer or source suitable washing and peeling machines.
Slicing:
Machine Name: Potato Slicer Machine, Potato Chips Cutting Machine, Potato Wafer Machine.
Process: Peeled potatoes are fed into a slicer that cuts them into uniform thin slices. These machines often come with adjustable thickness settings and can produce different cuts (plain, crinkle, julienne).
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: They explicitly list a “Cast Iron Potato French Fries Finger Chips Cutter Machine” with a motorizable option. They also mention supplying “Potato/Apple Slicing and chips making machine” capable of consistent and precise cuts.
Blanching (Optional, for better texture & color):
Machine Name: Blanching Tank / Machine.
Process: Sliced potatoes are briefly immersed in hot water to remove excess starch and prevent browning, ensuring a better texture and color after frying.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: While not explicitly listed as a standalone product, for a full production line, they would be able to source or integrate blanching solutions as part of their comprehensive food processing machinery offerings.
Dewatering/Spin Drying (Crucial for crispiness):
Machine Name: Hydro Extractor, Spin Dryer, Dewatering Machine.
Process: Excess water from the blanched (or washed) slices is removed to ensure even frying and crispiness. This is often done using centrifugal force.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: As part of a complete potato chips line, they would provide appropriate dewatering equipment.
Frying:
Machine Name: Potato Chips Fryer, Deep Fryer (Batch or Continuous).
Process: The dewatered potato slices are then deep-fried in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
Batch Fryers: Suitable for smaller to medium-scale production, where slices are fried in batches.
Continuous Fryers: Used for large-scale, automated production, where slices continuously move through a hot oil bath.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: They supply various food processing machines, and frying units for snacks are a common part of such setups.
De-oiling (Removes excess oil):
Machine Name: De-oiling Machine, Centrifugal Oil Separator.
Process: After frying, the chips pass through a de-oiling machine to remove excess oil, making them less greasy and healthier.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: This machine would be part of a complete line provided or sourced by them.
Seasoning/Flavoring:
Machine Name: Seasoning Machine, Flavoring Drum, Coating Machine.
Process: The fried and de-oiled chips are tumbled in a rotating drum where various seasonings and flavors are uniformly applied.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: They would be able to supply suitable seasoning machines.
Packaging:
Machine Name: Pouch Packing Machine, Vertical Form Fill Seal (VFFS) Machine.
Process: The finished chips are weighed and packed into bags or pouches, often with nitrogen flushing to maintain freshness.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers: As highlighted in previous content, they are a major supplier of various packaging machines, including pouch packing machines, which are essential for chips.
Budget for Potato Chips Making Machines (from Approx. Rs 3650)
The budget for potato chips making machines can vary significantly based on the scale of production, level of automation, and desired output capacity.
Entry-Level / Very Small Scale (e.g., Home-based or small stall): You can start with very basic, manual or semi-manual slicers.
A simple manual potato slicer/cutter can be found for as low as around Rs 3,650 (or even less for very basic models available online in Nepal, like those found on Daraz for ~Rs 1,100 to Rs 2,888). This would be for the slicing component only, and other processes like frying would be done manually using commercial fryers.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers also lists a “Cast Iron Potato French Fries Finger Chips Cutter Machine for Restaurants, Hotels and Home (Black)” with a current price of Rs 24,700 (originally Rs 38,700). They also mention a motorizable option for this machine at Rs 32,700.
Small to Medium Scale (Semi-Automatic Setup): For higher output and more consistent quality, you’d invest in dedicated semi-automatic machines for each step.
A semi-automatic potato slicer can cost around Rs 55,500 (as seen in some online listings in Nepal).
Adding dedicated peeler, dewatering, and batch frying machines would increase the total investment. For a basic semi-automatic line, the total budget could range from NPR 3 Lakhs to 15 Lakhs or more, depending on capacity and specific machine types.
Commercial Scale (Fully Automatic Line): For large-scale production, a fully automatic potato chips plant involves significant investment. These lines are highly automated, efficient, and minimize manual labor.
Prices for fully automatic lines can range from NPR 50 Lakhs to over 2 Crore Rupees, depending on the capacity (e.g., 100 kg/hr to 1000+ kg/hr) and the level of automation.
Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers Pvt Ltd can cater to these different scales. While they may have individual machines for specific steps, they also have the capability and network to import and set up complete semi-automatic or even fully automatic potato chips production lines, as they are a “One step solution for All kinds of Machines & Factories.”
For accurate pricing, detailed machine specifications, and to discuss your specific potato chips production needs, it’s highly recommended to contact Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers Pvt Ltd directly. Their team can guide you through the available options and provide tailored solutions.
Contact Bhagwati Machinery Suppliers Pvt Ltd:
Location: Butwal-12, Dhabaha – Just Beside of Milanpark Entrance Sign Board on Mahendra Highway.
Phone/WhatsApp: +977 9847820855
