Mechanization Once the cheese is in the mould another lengthy and important phase begins, one which can take many hours, i.e. draining. Cleverly conceived draining systems accommodate large production volumes in the smallest of storage areas. Climate-controlled conveyors ensure that the temperature is always right for acidification and drainage. An intelligent turning program, simulation-tested for a wide diversity of cheese recipies, ensures that all cheeses are turned at the right time to so that their perfect shape is maintained and the moisture evenly distributed. ALPMA Machines for Mechanization Stacker – Storage area is valuable and expensive. Consequently, one should make the best of what's available - stack the racks high! The ALPMA Stacker can utilize space so well that blockmoulds, turning sheets, turning plates and racks are stacked together precisely and with no risk of falling. The parts can be lifted directly from the floor or taken off the conveyor system. Many Cheese Production plants already make use of the tried and tested belt stacker. For places where room is restricted we have developed a special stacker with lifting pawls. Constructed from materials which conform to dairy standards and capable of using CIP cleaning processes, the stacker/de-stacker can be perfectly integrated into your fully automated production line. Conveyors not only take care of all the work of moving the products, they also fulfill essential technological tasks as well: The system of wagons used for carrying products enables tasks to be carried out strictly according to schedule. This extremely flexible system offers endless variations of use. It goes without saying that none of the draining whey escapes. The hygienic design of the conveyors also permits them to be cleaned easily but thoroughly. Climate-Controlled Conveyor – Your cheese is happy here. ALPMA climate-controlled conveyor systems offer the best chance to control the draining characteristics specific to the cheese type. Development of the cheese rind and acidification is best influenced by means of warming, steaming or cooling. The combination of the fans help the chimney-effect of the stacked blockmoulds to offer unrivalled even drainage of the cheese. This has the very positive effect of reducing the variations in the cheese weights to a minimum. Turner – Turners have a decisive influence on the uniform draining and perfect shaping of the cheese. Stack turners are high-performance and reliable solutions. In exemplary hygienic design and suitable for CIP cleaning processes. Manipulator – A genuine cheese robot for stacking, turning, rotating, positioning, transporting and destacking. The Manipulator handles all these operations quickly and in confined spaces. If required, several Manipulators can even be used at a single workstation. Another major advantage is its open and easy-to-clean design, made entirely of stainless steel.